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185 S Hickory St, Platteville, WI 53818, USA
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Management

Hickory Street Housing LLC, DBA Newman Heights

Leasing office

(608) 620-5228

Property Overview

Newman Heights receives an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3, reflecting a strong value with a price rating of 8 out of 10, emphasizing its competitive pricing relative to amenities and location. The property excels with a perfect amenities score of 10, offering a superior living experience, complemented by a location rating of 9, ensuring easy access to essential services and attractions. Trustworthiness is rated 8 out of 10, highlighting the transparency and detail in property management, while its quiet environment and high-speed internet make it an excellent option for remote work.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Newman Heights is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Newman Heights has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Dishwasher
  • Elevator

Great for

  • Social life
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

SPRING LIMITED SPOTS! Studio Apartment - Spring 2026 January2026-May2026 (Student Housing)1 bed1 bath$679 /mo2 units available
Bedroom in 4 Bedroom Apartment - 12 Months [Student Off-Campus Housing]4 bed2 bath$549 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for Newman Heights

Apartment Amenities

FurnishedLiving Room Furniture
Roommate MatchingStudy Room
TrashWater

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
Kitchen AppliancesMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator
Washer and Dryer

Tech

High Speed WiFiInternet
Smart TV

Building

Coffee BarCommon Area Lounge
ElevatorFitness Center
Residents LoungeSewer
Study LoungeTheater Room

Grounds

Storage

Services

24/7 SecurityCommunity Events
Complimentary PrintingOn-Site Management

Neighborhood

Washer/Dryer in Every Unit

Other

Individual Leases
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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Building details

Property details

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About Newman Heights

Home Newman Heights

Newman Heights cost $549–$679 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: on-site management and storage. Located at 185 S Hickory St, Platteville, WI 53818, USA, Newman Heights has 1 — 4 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 4 bedrooms in Platteville, renting an apartment at Newman Heights is 51% cheaper per month.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Newman Heights is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Newman Heights has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Newman Heights
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Newman Heights is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·10A 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.
Newman Heights stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry, furnished rental—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Newman Heights 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 Newman Heights 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 6 highest rated

A step above the rest! It's convenient being just a few steps from campus, friendly, and the community is exactly what I wanted! It's the perfect home!

Justin Broyles

Justin Broyles

Oct 08, 2019

The staff are hospitable and competent, the venue is tasteful yet modern, and the residents are polite and friendly. An excellent place to call home!

John Shakal

John Shakal

Sep 03, 2019

We’re sharing just 6 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Newman Heights is great for:

Social life

  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Common areas for meetings or remote work
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

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 Newman Heights compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers

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Rent trends in Platteville

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 9% lower than 1-bedrooms in Platteville.

4-bedroom apartments at Newman Heights cost about 60% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Platteville.

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
Platteville
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Platteville
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$750
January 2024$750
February 2024$750
March 2024$744
April 2024$712
May 2024$616
June 2024$707
July 2024$813
August 2024$872
September 2024$649
October 2024$652
November 2024$676
January 2025$721
February 2025$695
March 2025$705
May 2025$695
June 2025$864
July 2025$895
August 2025$867
September 2025$765
October 2025$717

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 185 S Hickory St?

Bedrooms

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

$27,160/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $27,160 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $679.
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Schools near Newman Heights

Westview Elementary School

1201 w camp st

platteville, WI, 53818

1-4Public
A-

Neal Wilkins Early Learning Center

425 broadway st

platteville, WI, 53818

PK, KPublic
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Platteville near 185 S Hickory St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Points of interest for 185 S Hickory St, Platteville

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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