229 W Lakelawn Pl, Madison, WI 53703
6 bed · 3 bath · 1.9 mi from campus · 1,500 sq ft · Apartment
$1,000/mo
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Family housing near University of Wisconsin-Madison
Explore family housing near University of Wisconsin-Madison in Madison, WI. Live listings, rent trends, and student-focused insights for students with partners or children.
Average rent
$1,704/mo
Walk score
55/100
Listings
24
Avg commute
~16 min
Student budget fit
Typical all-in monthly costs near University of Wisconsin-Madison land around ~$1,290/mo estimated when sharing a 2BR. Use the budget calculator and roommate tools before signing — headline rent is only part of the story.
Safety insights
Treat safety like a student-life decision, not just rent: tour at night, confirm lighting and access control, and compare blocks instead of entire ZIP codes. Areas listed on this hub are ranked for student-friendly walkability and residential stability.
Transportation for students
Transit convenience near Madison, WI scores about 77/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.
Best areas for students
Students targeting family housing often start in Madison Heights and East Side before expanding search radius.
Matching inventory
24 active listings match this category near University of Wisconsin-Madison. Compare rent, commute, and roommate options before touring.
Rent trends
Studio trend
$750/mo avg
1 bedroom trend
$900/mo avg
2 bedroom trend
$1,200/mo avg
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$1,704/mo
Housing match score
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92/100
Relative to campus median rents
Safety
78/100
Walkability and residential stability
Convenience
71/100
Commute and daily errands
Nightlife
67/100
Social scene proximity
Transportation
84/100
Transit and shuttle access
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535 W Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703
4 bed · 2 bath · 1.9 mi from campus · 1,291 sq ft · Apartment
$1,175/mo
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2501 Fish Hatchery Rd, Apt 3, Madison, WI 53713
3 bed · 1 bath · 3.2 mi from campus · 975 sq ft · Apartment
$1,195/mo
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3810 Hoover Dr, Apt 1, Madison, WI 53714
3 bed · 1 bath · 6.1 mi from campus · 945 sq ft · Apartment
$1,195/mo
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633 N Henry St, Madison, WI 53703
3 bed · 2 bath · 1.9 mi from campus · 1,024 sq ft · Apartment
$1,225/mo
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2414 Fremont Ave, Madison, WI 53704
8 bed · 1 bath · 4.5 mi from campus · 900 sq ft · Apartment
$1,375/mo
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2413 Fremont Ave, Madison, WI 53704
8 bed · 1 bath · 4.6 mi from campus · 900 sq ft · Apartment
$1,375/mo
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1906 Lake Point Dr, Apt 3, Madison, WI 53713
3 bed · 1 bath · 4.8 mi from campus · 800 sq ft · Apartment
$1,495/mo
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How much does family housing cost near University of Wisconsin-Madison?
Filtered listings average about $1,704/month near University of Wisconsin-Madison. Campus-wide averages run $900 for 1BR and $1,200 for 2BR.
Where should I look for family housing near University of Wisconsin-Madison?
Students often start in Madison Heights and East Side. Compare 24 listings filtered for students with partners or children before expanding your search radius.
When should University of Wisconsin-Madison students start searching for family housing?
Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For University of Wisconsin-Madison, starting 60 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.
Is family housing available near University of Wisconsin-Madison?
Look for 3+ bedroom units, townhomes, or complexes advertising family layouts. Madison Heights and East Side often have larger floor plans within a short drive of campus.
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