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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Fitness center
  • Closet space
  • Private balcony or patio
  • Washers and dryers
  • Ample storage space
  • Personal patio/balcony

Location

401 N Thompson Dr #2, Madison, WI 53714, USA
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The Meadows

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(608) 292-4326

Property Overview

The Meadows Apartments offers a strong overall rental experience, with an 8.6 Zumper rating, excellent value, and standout marks for amenities, location, and trustworthiness. It features a fitness center, washers and dryers, private balcony or patio, and ample storage space, while nearby grocery access, many photos, and high value-for-money and value-per-sqft rankings add to its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, The Meadows Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Meadows Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Grocery store nearby
  • Less expensive
  • More space

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1b/1b-r1 bed1 bath625 sqft$1,174–$1,445 /mo2 units availableYour Perfect Home Awaits: Experience and enjoy a harmonious blend of comfort, convenience, and sophistication on Madison’s East side. Close to public transportation, the East Towne Mall, convenience stores and many restaurants, you never have to go far to take care of your needs. Take a dip in one of the two sparkling swimming pools, pace yourself with the treadmills and free weights in our fitness center and enjoy a barbeque with friends in the meticulously landscaped courtyard. Our washers and dryers are conveniently located in the basement of each building, so you will not have to go far to take care of your laundry needs. Our units are in high demand and won’t last long, so don’t miss the opportunity to secure your dream 1 bedroom apartment today! Our 1-bedroom apartments feature lots of natural light, walk in closets, sleek countertops, personal patio/balcony, and ample storage space. Choose from one of two different remodeling styles (based on availability). Ask us for details! Please contact us to discuss your future home!
1bd-r1 bed1 bath744 sqft$1,279–$1,469 /mo1 unit availableYour Perfect Home Awaits: Experience and enjoy a harmonious blend of comfort, convenience, and sophistication on Madison’s East side. Close to public transportation, the East Towne Mall, convenience stores and many restaurants, you never have to go far to take care of your needs. Take a dip in one of the two sparkling swimming pools, pace yourself with the treadmills and free weights in our fitness center and enjoy a barbeque with friends in the meticulously landscaped courtyard. Our washers and dryers are conveniently located in the basement of each building, so you will not have to go far to take care of your laundry needs. Our units are in high demand and won’t last long, so don’t miss the opportunity to secure your dream 1 bedroom apartment today! Our 1-bedroom apartments feature lots of natural light, closet space, sleek countertops, personal patio/balcony, and ample storage space. Enjoy the classic styling of your new home at The Meadows Apartments. Please call us or stop by the office to discuss your future home!
2br/1b2 bed1 bath875 sqft$1,296–$1,567 /mo2 units availableYour Perfect Home Awaits: Experience and enjoy a harmonious blend of comfort, convenience, and sophistication on Madison’s East side. Close to public transportation, the East Towne Mall, convenience stores and many restaurants, you never have to go far to take care of your needs. Take a dip in one of the two sparkling swimming pools, pace yourself with the treadmills and free weights in our fitness center and enjoy a barbeque with friends in the meticulously landscaped courtyard. Our washers and dryers are conveniently located in the basement of each building, so you will not have to go far to take care of your laundry needs. Our units are in high demand and won’t last long, so don’t miss the opportunity to secure your dream 2 bedroom apartment today! Our 2-bedroom apartments feature lots of natural light, walk in closets, sleek countertops, personal patio/balcony, and ample storage space. Enjoy the classic styling of your new home at The Meadows Apartments. Please call us or stop by the office to discuss your future home!
2b/1b-r2 bed1 bath875+ sqft$1,303–$1,715 /mo33 units availableYour Perfect Home Awaits: Experience and enjoy a harmonious blend of comfort, convenience, and sophistication on Madison’s East side. Close to public transportation, the East Towne Mall, convenience stores and many restaurants, you never have to go far to take care of your needs. Take a dip in one of the two sparkling swimming pools, pace yourself with the treadmills and free weights in our fitness center and enjoy a barbeque with friends in the meticulously landscaped courtyard. Our washers and dryers are conveniently located in the basement of each building, so you will not have to go far to take care of your laundry needs. Our units are in high demand and won’t last long, so don’t miss the opportunity to secure your dream 1 bedroom apartment today! Our 2-bedroom apartments feature lots of natural light, walk in closet, sleek countertops, personal patio/balcony, and ample storage space. Choose from one of two different remodeling styles (based on availability). Ask us for details! Pease call us or stop by the office to discuss your future home!

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Cats OKDogs OK
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About The Meadows Apartments

HomeApartments in Madison The Meadows Apartments

1st Month Free, call now before this opportunity slips away! Discover attractive apartment options in Madison, Units include a range of layouts labeled Deluxe 1 through Deluxe 4, Deluxe 3, Deluxe 2, and a Larger Unit, many featuring a private balcony or patio and pleasant courtyard or nature views. Contact us today to learn which available floor plans qualify for the move-in discount and to schedule a tour.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, The Meadows Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Meadows Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Meadows Apartments
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Meadows Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
The Meadows Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Meadows Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Meadows Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While The Meadows Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

The Meadows Apartments is great for:

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • This property has patios or balconies for fresh air
  • 7 parks nearby

Pet owners

  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How The Meadows Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Grocery store nearby
Only 0.3 miles from the nearest store
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 208 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Balcony
Easy access to the outdoors
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2.6 miles away

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Rent trends in Madison

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 18% lower than 1-bedrooms in Madison.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Meadows Apartments to be 34% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Madison.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Madison
A table of studio rental data trends in Madison
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,205
December 2024$1,250
January 2025$1,248
February 2025$1,311
March 2025$1,304
April 2025$1,343
May 2025$1,334
June 2025$1,361
July 2025$1,391
August 2025$1,281
September 2025$1,140
October 2025$1,165
November 2025$1,195
December 2025$1,195
January 2026$1,217
February 2026$1,257
March 2026$1,267
April 2026$1,276
May 2026$1,213
June 2026$1,258
July 2026$1,297
August 2026$1,308
September 2026$1,175
October 2026$1,193

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 401 N Thompson Dr #2?

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$49,060/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $49,060 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,226.
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Schools near The Meadows Apartments

Schenk Elementary School

230 schenk st

madison, WI, 53714

K-5Public
C+

Granite Ridge School

4500 buss rd

cottage grove, WI, 53527

3-5Public
B

4K PK Off Site

545 w dayton st

madison, WI, 53703

PKPublic

Meadow View Elementary

200 n grand ave

sun prairie, WI, 53590

PK, K-5Public
B+

Mendota Mental Health Institution

301 troy dr

madison, WI, 53704

PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Madison near 401 N Thompson Dr #2

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 401 N Thompson Dr #2, Madison

Groceries

7/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 10-minute walk, and there are also a few specialist food stores nearby.

Shopping

5/10
Some fashion stores are within walking distance.

Cafes

1/10
Few cafés are within walking distance.

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants are within walking distance.

Primary schools

3/10
The closest elementary school is within a 20-to-30-minute walk.

Parks

6/10
Few parks in the area.

Nightlife

1/10
Few bars are within walking distance.

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