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Highlights

  • Community room
  • Underground parking
  • Stainless appliances
  • Large windows
  • Business center
  • Private patios

Location

1121 South Park Street, Madison, Wisconsin 53715, United States|Bay Creek
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Management

Apex Property Management, Inc.

Leasing office

(608) 255-3753

Property Overview

The Emerson achieves an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.9, with top scores in price, amenities, location, and quality, reflecting a strong value for renters. Notable features include a community room, underground parking, and large windows, enhancing the living experience. Additionally, its proximity to health and wellness centers highlights its appeal for those seeking an active lifestyle.

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

8.9
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, The Emerson is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Emerson 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space

Great for

  • Wellness

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath773 sqft$1,750 /mo1 unit availableThe Emerson on 1121 S Park St! #312 - 1br/1ba - 773sf - 3rd floor - Balcony 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. Call now for availability and showings @ 608-255-3753.

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Amenities for The Emerson

Building

Business CenterCommunity Room
EV ChargingFitness Center
SaunaUnderground 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

Building 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.
8.9
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, The Emerson is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Emerson 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 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·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 Emerson goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including business center. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Emerson 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 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·9A 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.
The Emerson has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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 1-bedroom is 290 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Bay Creek

1-bedroom apartments at The Emerson cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Bay Creek.

Median rents as of Nov 22 2025.
Bay Creek
Madison
A table of studio rental data trends in Madison
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,150
January 2024$1,150
February 2024$1,150
March 2024$1,256
April 2024$1,225
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$1,182
A table of studio rental data trends in Bay Creek
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,525
January 2024$1,525
February 2024$1,513
March 2024$1,525
April 2024$1,519
May 2024$1,479
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$1,544

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$70,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $70,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,750.
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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-
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Getting around Madison near 1121 South Park Street

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

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

Cycling

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

Transit

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

Points of interest for 1121 South Park Street, 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

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

7/10
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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