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Highlights

  • Dishwasher
  • On-site parking
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Laundry on-site
  • Gas stove
  • Hardwood floors throughout

Location

535 W Mifflin St, Madison, WI 53703, USA|Downtown Madison
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Management

Birwood Property Management

Leasing office

(608) 241-4449

Property Overview

535/537 offers a strong overall renter experience, with an 8.5 Zumper Expert Rating supported by excellent scores for price, amenities, and location. It features a dishwasher, on-site parking, a fully equipped kitchen, laundry on-site, a gas stove, and hardwood floors throughout, while nearby parks, restaurants, walkability, and transit options 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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 535/537 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 535/537 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

  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

3BR/1.0BA3 bed1 bath$2,300 /mo1 unit availableDiscover this well-located 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom flat on Mifflin Street in Madison, WI, just steps from campus. The unit features hardwood floors throughout and a welcoming front porch. The kitchen comes fully equipped with a gas stove and dishwasher, making cleaning up a breeze! On-site parking is available for added convenience at an additional fee. Laundry is on-site for a monthly fee of $10/person/month. Practical management services include emergency maintenance, electronic rent payments, and email/text communications to simplify leasing and monthly transactions. Ideal for those seeking close proximity to campus and straightforward amenities. Contact us at 608-241-4449 to schedule a showing. Apply directly at www birwood net

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Amenities for 535/537

Apartment Amenities

Front PorchHardwood Floor

Appliances

DishwasherRange
RefrigeratorStove

Grounds

Assigned Parking

Services

Email & Text CommunicationsEmergency Maintenance

Neighborhood

Near Campus

Other

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

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

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Building details

Property details

Units2

About 535/537

HomeApartments in MadisonDowntown Madison 535/537

Discover this well-located 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom flat on Mifflin Street in Madison, WI, just steps from campus. The unit features hardwood floors throughout and a welcoming front porch. The kitchen comes fully equipped with a gas stove and dishwasher, making cleaning up a breeze! On-site parking is available for added convenience at an additional fee. Laundry is on-site for a monthly fee of $10/person/month. Practical management services include emergency maintenance, electronic rent payments, and email/text communications to simplify leasing and monthly transactions. Ideal for those seeking close proximity to campus and straightforward amenities. Contact us at 608-241-4449 to schedule a showing. Apply directly at www birwood net


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 535/537 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 535/537 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 535/537
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.
535/537 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.
535/537 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 535/537 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.
535/537 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 535/537 does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
535/537 provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

535/537 is great for:

Eco living

  • 42 parks within a mile
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby

Social life

  • 270 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • Area has 42 parks and recreation options

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 535/537 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1.5 miles away
Distance from transit
More than 2.9 miles from public transportation
Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 4.3 miles away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1.0 miles away
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Rent trends in Downtown Madison

3-bedroom apartments at 535/537 cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Downtown Madison.

Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Downtown Madison
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Madison
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,122
December 2024$1,217
January 2025$1,223
February 2025$1,218
March 2025$1,196
April 2025$1,235
May 2025$1,280
June 2025$1,265
July 2025$1,288
August 2025$1,166
September 2025$1,125
October 2025$1,127
November 2025$1,181
December 2025$1,250
January 2026$1,242
February 2026$1,251
March 2026$1,250
April 2026$1,260
May 2026$1,105
June 2026$1,117
July 2026$1,111
August 2026$1,138
September 2026$1,128
October 2026$1,151

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Can I afford to live at 535 W Mifflin St?

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$92,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $92,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,300.
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Schools near 535/537

4K PK Off Site

545 w dayton st

madison, WI, 53703

PKPublic

Franklin Elementary School

305 w lakeside st

madison, WI, 53715

PK, K-2Public
B+

Randall Elementary School

1802 regent st

madison, WI, 53726

3-5Public
A-

Forest Edge Elementary School

4848 brassica rd

fitchburg, WI, 53711

PK, K-6Public
A-

Mendota Mental Health Institution

301 troy dr

madison, WI, 53704

PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood

Downtown Madison | Madison, WI

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

Getting around Madison near 535 W Mifflin St

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 535 W Mifflin St, Madison

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

7/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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