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221 N Pinckney St
221 N Pinckney St, Madison, WI 53703, USA

Apartment for rent
Monthly rent
$1,135–$1,999
BedsStudio–4
Baths1–2
Sqft–
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Property Overview

Featuring a prime location, this property offers off-street parking, stainless steel appliances, a private entrance, and brand-new flooring. Proximity to top-rated schools, a vibrant social scene with numerous restaurants and entertainment venues, as well as parks and fitness options, enhances its appeal. Additionally, the presence of sustainable amenities and multiple internet service providers supports a convenient and modern lifestyle.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Social life

Highlights

  • prime location
  • off-street parking
  • stainless steel appliances
  • private entrance
  • brand-new flooring

Units

221 N Pinckney St Madison, WI

Available

221-2R

Studio

1 Bath

$1,135

Listed on 10/13/2025
Listed by Account Contact
Days on market: 115
Spacious studio apartment located in the Mansion Hill neighborhood. Features a separate kitchen, private entrance, remodeled bathroom, and new flooring throughout. Prime location just one block from the Capitol Square and within walking or biking distance to UW–Madison Campus, offering convenient downtown access at a reasonable price. Location: 221 N Pinckney St #2R, Madison, WI 53703 Rent: $1,135 per month Available: August 16th, 2026 KEY FEATURES: Unit Type: Studio Bathrooms: 1 Lease: 1 Year Deposit: 1 Month Rent Laundry: Coin-operated laundry in adjacent building Utilities: Electricity, Heat & Trash INCLUDED Water: $20 per person/month Parking: Off-street parking available nearby at 207 N Pinckney St for $210/month Pets: Cats considered for $30/month (maximum 2 cats); No Dogs Furnishing: Unfurnished No Smoking If interested in a showing, click on the Request Information tab below.

New Listing

4 Beds, 2 Baths

4 Beds

2 Baths

$1,999

Listed on 02/05/2026
Listed by Account Contact
Spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment with your own private entrance, located in Madison's desirable Mansion Hill neighborhood. Recently upgraded with brand-new flooring, updated kitchen cabinets, and stainless steel appliances. The bathroom is currently being fully remodeled, offering fresh, modern finishes in a bright and inviting space. A must-see unit! Situated just one block from the Capitol Square and within easy walking or biking distance to UW–Madison, this apartment offers unbeatable access to downtown dining, shopping, and campus amenities—all at a great value. Prime location, generous layout, and modern updates make this a fantastic opportunity. Location: 221 N Pinckney St, Madison, WI 53703 Rent: $1,999 per month Available: Summer term- May 1st, 2026 - August 14th, 2026. KEY FEATURES: Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Lease: Through August 14th, 2026, short-term summer lease available Deposit: 1 Month Rent Laundry: Coin-operated laundry in adjacent buildings Utilities: Electricity, Heat & Trash INCLUDED Internet: $39 per month Water: $20 per person per month Parking: Off-street parking available in adjacent lot for $210/month Pets: Cats considered for an extra $30/month (maximum 2 cats) Furnishing: Unfurnished No Smoking | No Dogs Must see! If interested in a showing, click on the Request Information tab below.

Occupied Units

Available - Aug 16, 2026

221UPPER

4 Beds

2 Baths

$1,999

Listed by 221-223 North Pinckney Street - 221 Upper
Days on market: 57
Spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment with your own private entrance, located in Madison's desirable Mansion Hill neighborhood. Recently upgraded with brand-new flooring, updated kitchen cabinets, and stainless steel appliances. The bathroom is currently being fully remodeled, offering fresh, modern finishes in a bright and inviting space. A must-see unit! Situated just one block from the Capitol Square and within easy walking or biking distance to UW–Madison, this apartment offers unbeatable access to downtown dining, shopping, and campus amenities—all at a great value. Prime location, generous layout, and modern updates make this a fantastic opportunity. Location: 221 N Pinckney St, Madison, WI 53703 Rent: $1,999 per month Available: Now! KEY FEATURES: Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Lease: Through August 10th, 2026 or short-term semester lease available Deposit: 1 Month Rent Laundry: Coin-operated laundry in adjacent buildings Utilities: Electricity, Heat & Trash INCLUDED Internet: $39 per month Water: $20 per person per month Parking: Off-street parking available in adjacent lot for $210/month Pets: Cats considered for an extra $30/month (maximum 2 cats) Furnishing: Unfurnished No Smoking | No Dogs Must see! If interested in a showing, click on the Request Information tab below.

Amenities for 221 N Pinckney St

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  • On-Site Laundry
Unit Amenities
  • On-Site Laundry

Policies at 221 N Pinckney St

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Applicants

One-time.

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One-time. Refundable.

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About 221 N Pinckney St

HomeApartments in MadisonDowntown Madison 221 N Pinckney St, Madison, WI 53703, USA

Explore the heart of Downtown Madison at 221 N Pinckney St, where you'll find a unique rental opportunity. This property consists of 2 units, offering studio and 4-bedroom options to suit various lifestyles. Residents can enjoy a prime location near top-rated schools, including a highly-rated elementary school. Highlights of this property include off-street parking, stainless steel appliances, private entrance, brand-new flooring, and updated kitchen cabinets. Take advantage of on-site laundry and spacious studio apartments. This is a smoke-free and pet-free property, ideal for those looking for a long-term rental in a vibrant downtown setting.

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Address details

Units3
Units available2
Neighborhood
City
Zip code53703

221 N Pinckney St is great for:

Wellness

  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 33 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby
  • There are 24 grocery stores within 1 mile
  • 46 parks nearby

Social life

  • 312 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 32 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 48 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • 123 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

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 221 N Pinckney St, Madison, WI 53703, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Madison

Studio apartments at 221 N Pinckney St cost about 9% less than the average rent price for studios in Downtown Madison.

4-bedroom apartments at 221 N Pinckney St cost about 23% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Downtown Madison.

Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
Downtown Madison
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A table of studio rental data trends in Madison
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,195
December 2025$1,195
January 2026$1,217
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Madison
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,101
March 2024$1,098
April 2024$1,083
May 2024$1,195
June 2024$1,145
July 2024$1,093
August 2024$1,148
September 2024$1,136
October 2024$1,100
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

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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 221 N Pinckney St, Madison, WI.
This month$1,9994 bed2 bath
This month$1,9994 bed2 bath
1 year ago$1,065Studio1 bath
1 year ago$950Studio1 bath

Schools near 221 N Pinckney St

4K PK Off Site

545 w dayton st

madison, WI, 53703

PKPublic

Lapham Elementary School

1045 e dayton st

madison, WI, 53703

PK, K-2Public
B+

Marquette Elementary School

1501 jenifer st

madison, WI, 53703

3-5Public
A-
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Getting around Madison near 221 N Pinckney St

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 221 N Pinckney St, Madison

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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