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Highlights

  • Community room
  • Washer and dryer
  • Free wi-fi
  • Underground parking
  • Large windows
  • Stainless appliances

Location

1121 S Park St, Madison, WI 53715, USA|Bay Creek
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Management

Team Evergreen Management Portfolio | Fulton Grace Property Management

Leasing office

(608) 214-6742

Property Overview

The Emerson is a highly rated community (8.5/10 overall) with exceptional amenities (10/10), including a community room, in-home washer and dryer, free Wi‑Fi, underground parking, stainless appliances, large windows, patios or balconies, and an on-site fitness center. With strong value for the price (9/10), a convenient location near many health and wellness centers and a top-rated middle school, plus detailed, transparent property information and 29 photos, it offers an appealing and well-rounded living experience.

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

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Wellness

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath759+ sqft$1,615–$1,825 /mo5 units availableThe Emerson on 1121 S Park St! #109 - 1br/1ba - 789sf - 1st floor - Balcony The Emerson Apartments at Bay Creek is perfectly located for an easy commute to the capital square, UW campus, Arboretum, Bernie's Beach Park, and surrounding areas. The building provides secure entry, underground parking, a fitness center with sauna, a community living room and kitchen with a patio and a grill, a dog run and a dog washing station, and a coworking room with free wi-fi. Each apartment unit boasts large windows and high ceilings allowing for great natural light during the day, with stainless appliances, granite counters, washer and dryer in unit, and private patios. Photos may be of a similar unit.
2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath1,085 sqft$2,425 /mo1 unit availableThe Emerson on 1121 S Park St! #103 - 1,085sf - 1st floor - 2br/2ba - Corner apartment The Emerson Apartments at Bay Creek is perfectly located for an easy commute to the capital square, UW campus, and surrounding areas. The building provides secure entry, available underground parking, a fitness center with sauna, and community room with patio and grill for tenants use. Each unit boasts large windows and high ceilings allowing for great natural light during the day, with stainless appliances, granite counters, washer and dryer in unit, and private patios.

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Amenities for The Emerson

Apartment Amenities

Hot Water

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator
StoveWasher and Dryer

Building

Business CenterCommunity Room
EV ChargingFitness Center
SaunaSewer
Underground Parking Available

Grounds

Community TerracePet Wash
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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Building details

Property details

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About The Emerson

HomeApartments in MadisonBay Creek The Emerson

The Emerson is for friends, family, and pets. It’s a stress-free place to enjoy nature, social gatherings, and working from home. With a business center, outdoor patio, community room and balcony with grill, health & wellness center, and more, there’s a place for everyone at The Emerson. View our apartments and reserve your place in The Emerson community.


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, The Emerson is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Emerson 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 The Emerson
Price·9A 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 Emerson stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
The Emerson 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—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.
The Emerson 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 Emerson 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 Emerson is great for:

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • 38 health/wellness centers nearby
  • This property has patios or balconies for fresh air

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 Emerson compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 355 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
Studio is 585 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 480 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Bay Creek

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 2% higher than 1-bedrooms in Bay Creek.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Emerson to be 47% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Bay Creek.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Bay Creek
Madison
A table of studio rental data trends in Madison
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,309
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$1,276
May 2026$1,213
A table of studio rental data trends in Bay Creek
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,549
July 2024$1,549
August 2024$1,525
September 2024$1,549
October 2024$1,549
November 2024$1,549
December 2024$1,549
January 2025$1,549
February 2025$1,549
March 2025$1,549
April 2025$1,549
May 2025$1,549
June 2025$1,549
July 2025$1,544
August 2025$1,560
September 2025$1,621
October 2025$1,572
November 2025$1,540
December 2025$1,524
January 2026$1,549
February 2026$1,596
March 2026$1,549

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1121 S Park St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$64,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $64,600 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,615.
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Schools near The Emerson

Franklin Elementary School

305 w lakeside st

madison, WI, 53715

PK, K-2Public
B+

4K PK Off Site

545 w dayton st

madison, WI, 53703

PKPublic

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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Getting around Madison near 1121 S Park St

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1121 S Park St, Madison

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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