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Highlights

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

Location

401 N Thompson Dr #2, Madison, WI 53714, USA
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(608) 292-4326

Property Overview

The Meadows offers strong overall value with an 8.6/10 expert rating, highlighted by a perfect price score and high marks for amenities, location, and trustworthiness. Residents can enjoy a fitness center, in-home washers and dryers, generous closet and storage space, personal patios/balconies, and friendly staff, with ample photos available to preview the community. The property is also well-suited to pet owners, with nearby dog parks, a local pet hospital, and outdoor spaces on-site.

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 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Meadows 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

  • More space
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1b/1b-r1 bed1 bath625 sqft$1,155–$1,245 /mo9 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$1,280–$1,290 /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, 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$1,320–$1,330 /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$1,360–$1,485 /mo25 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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About The Meadows

HomeApartments in Madison The Meadows

At The Meadows it is our pleasure to create a community you can call home. A quiet community in the Hiestand neighborhood of Madison, we combine high quality apartment homes, thoughtful amenities, and friendly staff to create a place that feels like home.


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 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Meadows 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
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 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 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 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 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 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 is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 1 pet hospital 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 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 60 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
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Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 3 miles away

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Rent trends in Madison

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 22% lower than 1-bedrooms in Madison.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Meadows to be 29% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Madison.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Madison
A table of studio rental data trends in Madison
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,257
June 2024$1,293
July 2024$1,363
August 2024$1,345
September 2024$1,313
October 2024$1,177
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$1,278

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

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,700 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,217.
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Schools near The Meadows

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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