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(608) 292-6751
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Madison, WI 53703

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502 E Main St

Madison, WI 53703
(608) 292-6751
502 E Main St in Madison, WI - Building Photo
  • Studio Bedrooms
  • $999-$1,225 Pricing
  • 350 Square Feet

About 502 E Main St

Located right in the heart of downtown Madison. Within walking distance of great restaurants, bars, museums located just on the Capitol square, few blocks away from both lakes and all of the summer attractions that downtown Madison has to offer! Are you a biker? Well you're in luck, this location offers some of the best bike trails to get to anywhere like the UW Campus or State st. and even the colorful Willie St neighborhood!! Just an 8 minute drive from UW! Utility CoPay $50/month. If a studio or 1 BR is not available at 502 E Main, we also have other studio's and 1 BR's within a block walk!

502 E Main St is located in the Downtown Madison Neighborhood and 53703 Zip code of Madison, WI. This community is professionally managed by Colonial Property Management

Property Contact Info

Office Hours

Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

502 E Main St offers Studio apartments starting from $999 and having 350 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

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    • Studio

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      From $999

      Studio, 1 Bath, 350 sq ft
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      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
      $999Available Now1A350
      $1,115Available Now3A350
      $1,225Available Now6A350

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Disposal

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price Range

      • $999 - $1,225

      Unit 1A Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Disposal

      Unit 1A Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $999
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      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price Range

      • $999 - $1,225

      Unit 3A Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Disposal

      Unit 3A Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $1,115
      • View Details and Rent Estimate

      Unit Description

      Welcome to 502 E Main Street in Madison, WI! This cozy apartment features 1 bathroom and is conveniently located near a bike path and bus line for easy transportation. With surface parking available, you'll never have to worry about finding a spot for your vehicle. Enjoy the convenience of on-site laundry and the peace of mind knowing that 24/7 maintenance is available. Air conditioning will keep you comfortable year-round, and your feline friends are

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price Range

      • $999 - $1,225

      Unit 6A Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Disposal

      Unit 6A Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $1,225
      • View Details and Rent Estimate

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price Range

      • $999 - $1,225
    Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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    Property Information

    • 18 Units
    • 3 Stories
    • Built in 1967

    Lease Terms

    • 12 mo
    • Short Term Lease Options

    Fees and Policies

    The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

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    Required Fees

    One-Time Basics

    Application Fee Per Applicant$25.00

    Utilities

    Utility - ElectriciThe $50 Utility Co-pay covers all utilities included in the apartment (minus internet) Charged per unit.$50.00/mo

    Other Fees and Policies

    Pet Fees

    Pet Policies are Negotiable

    Cat
    Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$25.00/mo
    Comments:

    Max of 2.

    Dog
    Pet DepositiMax of 2. Charged per Pet.$0.00
    One-Time Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$0.00
    Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$50.00/mo
    Restrictions:

    Breed Restrictions apply

    Comments:

    Max of 2.

    Parking Fees

    Surface Lot
    Parking FeeiCharged per vehicle.$150.00/mo

    Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

    Features and Amenities

    On-Site Services

    • Laundry Facilities

    Community Features

    • Corporate Housing
    • Walk Up

    Recreation and Fitness

    • Walking/Biking Trails

    Interior Features

    • Tub/Shower
    • Cable Ready
    • Air Conditioning
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Disposal
    • Dishwasher
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Area Features

    • Vinyl Flooring
    • Carpet
    • Tile Floors
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    502 E Main St, Madison, WI 53703

    Getting Around

    • 60 / 100 Moderately walkable

      Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

    • 60 / 100 Good public transit

      Walking distance to rapid transit and frequent bus lines

    • 70 / 100 Moderately bikeable

      Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

    • 50 / 100 Fairly car friendly

      Arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are possible

    Scores provided by Local Logic details

    Getting to Know the Area

    • 90 / 100 Restaurants

      Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes

    • 90 / 100 Cafes

      Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes

    • 100 / 100 Nightlife

      Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes

    • 80 / 100 Shopping

      Wide variety of shops within a few minutes

    • 80 / 100 Parks

      Very large amount of park space within a few minutes

    • 10 / 100 Noise Level

      Many sources of noise nearby

    Scores provided by Local Logic

    Frequently Asked Questions about 502 E Main St

    Where is 502 E Main St located?

    502 E Main St is located at 502 E Main St near the Downtown Madison area of Madison, WI

    What is the current rent range at 502 E Main St?

    Studio at 502 E Main St currently start from $999. Call today for more info!

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for 502 E Main St are
    • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
    • Saturday Closed
    • Sunday Closed

    Are pets allowed?

    Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Nice Value3.2

      The 502 E Main St Apartments are 39.9% cheaper than the average apartment in the Downtown Madison area, and 32.5% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Downtown Madison Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      Studio$999$1,662-$663-39.9%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Madison

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      Studio$999$1,481-$482-32.5%

      Methodology: On 08/23/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 231 other apartment communities in the immediate area around 502 E Main St (Downtown Madison), and 519 other apartment communities in Madison using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

      Rent Pricing Data as of 08/23/2026

    • Transit Friendly 3.6

      Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

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    Renters Reviews and Ratings

    4.0
    1 Renters Reviews

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    Nearby Schools

    Lapham Elementary School

    Madison Metropolitan School District
    1045 East Dayton Street
    Public School - Grades PK-5 (182 Students)
    In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away

    East High School

    Madison Metropolitan School District
    2222 East Washington Avenue
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (1643 Students)
    In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.9 miles away
    8/10
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from 502 E Main St.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    Wisconsin Capitol Building

    2 East Main Street
    1 minute drive / 0.44 miles away

    Overture Center for the Arts

    201 State Street
    1 minute drive / 0.56 miles away

    Madison Museum of Contemporary Art

    227 State Street
    1 minute drive / 0.58 miles away

    Big Box and Retail

    Walgreens

    108 Cottage Grove Rd
    6 minute drive / 2.82 miles away

    Kohl's

    2501 W Broadway
    6 minute drive / 2.82 miles away

    Menards

    6401 Copps Ave
    8 minute drive / 4.01 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Edgewood University - Main Campus

    1000 Edgewood College Drive
    5 minute drive / 2.55 miles away

    University of Wisconsin at Madison

    500 Lincoln Dr
    5 minute drive / 2.57 miles away

    Madison Area Technical College - Truax Campus

    1701 Wright Street
    7 minute drive / 3.56 miles away

    Groceries

    Cub Foods

    4141 Nakoosa Trl
    8 minute drive / 3.97 miles away

    Whole Foods

    4710 Madison Yards Way
    8 minute drive / 3.98 miles away

    Hy-Vee

    2920 Fitchrona Rd
    14 minute drive / 6.82 miles away

    Hospitals

    Meriter Hospital

    202 S Park St
    4 minute drive / 1.46 miles away

    Ssm Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison

    700 South Park St
    5 minute drive / 1.78 miles away

    University Of Wisconsin Hospitals And Clinics Authority

    600 Highland Avenue
    5 minute drive / 2.48 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    Lakeshore Nature Preserve

    610 Walnut Street
    4 minute drive / 2.3 miles away

    502 E Main St has 1 park within 2.3 miles, including Lakeshore Nature Preserve.

    Shopping Centers

    The Gateway

    600 Williamson St
    1 minute drive / 0.35 miles away

    Manchester Place

    2 E Mifflin St
    1 minute drive / 0.41 miles away

    Third Lake Market

    944 Williamson St
    1 minute drive / 0.58 miles away

    502 E Main St has 5 shopping centers within 1.3 miles.

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Madison Studio Apartments $1,481$782$2,601
    Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,689$641$6,695
    Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,101$763$6,865
    Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,476$675$10,000+
    Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,001$650$6,700
    Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,555$941$7,250

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