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Fordem Towers
Madison, WI 53704

- 1–3 Bedrooms
- 675–1,666Square Feet
About Fordem Towers
Welcome Home to Rivers Edge Apartments in Madison, WI With beautiful grounds, expansive layouts, and convenient amenities and features, Rivers Edge gives you plenty of reasons to breathe easy! From the minute, youre handed the keys to your new apartment, youll enjoy privileges to a living experience that has all the qualities youve been looking for across a wide variety of studio, one, two, and three bedroom floor plans. Were just minutes from UW and MATC campuses, next door to Tenney Park, and just east of downtown. Rivers Edge is a cat-friendly community that keeps you close to everything the city has to offer. Apartments in Madison that Offer Upscale Affordable Living Rivers Edge offers an amazing variety of unique features and amenities you wont easily find at other apartment neighborhoods. Our community boasts elevators and mail stations in every building, and laundry centers on every floor! We have two beautiful swimming pools, a resident clubhouse, and a playground, too. Our in-home amenities include air conditioning, window coverings, patios and balconies, extra closet space, and full-size washers and dryers are available in select homes. Need a garage for rent or short-term lease? We have those available, too! Discover how affordable modern living can be at our apartments in Madison, WI contact us today!
Fordem Towers is located in the Sherman Terrace Neighborhood and 53704 Zip code of Madison, WI.
Unique Features and Amenities
- Ample Off-street Parking
- buildings; intercom entry systems
- Cat Friendly - meow!
- City Views
- Convenient clothes care centers on every floor!
- Disability Access
- Elevators in Every Building
- Maintenance Team
- Many price points to fit any budget
- Minutes from UW and MATC Campuses
- Online Payments Available
- Oversized windows let the light shine in!
- Pass-through kitchens make it easy to entertain
- Patio or balcony on all apartment homes
- Plank Flooring
- Plenty of closet space
- Professionally Landscaped Grounds
- Satellite Dish service available
- Short-Term Leases Available
- Spacious Apartment Homes
- Studio, 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments
- Terrific location just east of downtown Madison
- Underground Heated Parking
- Unique, open floorplans, over 20 styles
- Value Pricing
- Wired for High-speed Internet and Cable
Property Contact Info
Floorplan Pricing and Availability
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1 Bedroom
Holly
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 675 sq ftModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable Holly 675 sq ft Apartment Model: Holly1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 675 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Holly - Floorplan 1 2 Bedrooms
Show Unavailable FloorplansKalmia Large
From $1,415
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 825 sq ftAvailable NowCheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit $1,465 Available Now 22-202 825 $500 $1,415 Available Now 50-402 825 $500 Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,415 - $1,465
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,415 - $1,465
Apartment Model: Kalmia Large2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 825 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
Kalmia Large - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: 22-202Apartment Model: Kalmia Large2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 825 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 50-402Apartment Model: Kalmia Large2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 825 sq ftAvailable NowLilac Large
$1,430
2 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 832 sq ftAvailable Feb 10Largest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit $1,430 February 10, 2026 50-503 832 $500 $1,430 February 16, 2026 50-305 832 $500 $1,430 March 13, 2026 50-507 832 $500 Model Rent and Fees
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- $1,430
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- $1,430
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- $1,430
Apartment Model: Lilac Large2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath, 832 sq ftAvailable February 10, 2026![]()
Lilac Large - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: 50-503Apartment Model: Lilac Large2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath, 832 sq ftAvailable February 10, 2026Apartment Unit: 50-305Apartment Model: Lilac Large2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath, 832 sq ftAvailable February 16, 2026Apartment Unit: 50-507Apartment Model: Lilac Large2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath, 832 sq ftAvailable March 13, 2026Kalmia Small
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 739 sq ftModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable Kalmia Small 739 sq ft Apartment Model: Kalmia Small2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 739 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Kalmia Small - Floorplan 1 Kalmia Medium
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 770 sq ftModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable Kalmia Medium 770 sq ft Apartment Model: Kalmia Medium2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 770 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Kalmia Medium - Floorplan 1 Lilac Small
2 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 795 sq ftModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable Lilac Small 795 sq ft Apartment Model: Lilac Small2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath, 795 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Lilac Small - Floorplan 1 3 Bedrooms
Sycamore
3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1666 sq ftModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Unavailable Sycamore 1666 sq ft Apartment Model: Sycamore3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1666 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Sycamore - Floorplan 1
Property Information
- 108 Units
- 7 Stories
- Built in 1982
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Lease Terms
- 12 mo
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Required Fees
One-Time Move-In Fees
- Due at Application
- Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant$20
Pet Policy and Fees
Cats
- Fees Not Specified
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Parking Info and Fees
- Surface Lot
- 1 Max
- Covered
- 1 Max
- Other
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
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Hours and Contact Info
| Monday | 8:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 8:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 8:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Thursday | 8:00 am–6:00 pm |
| Friday | 8:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Nearby Schools
East High
Sherman Middle
Lapham Elementary
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Points of Interest
Time and distance from Fordem Towers.
Arts Museums and Landmarks
Big Box and Retail
Walgreens
Target
Jcpenney
Colleges and Universities
Groceries
Cub Foods
Whole Foods
Aldi
Hospitals
Mendota Mental Health Institute
Meriter Hospital
Ssm Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison
Parks and Recreation
Fordem Towers has 1 park within 3.7 miles, including Lakeshore Nature Preserve.
Shopping Centers
Fordem Towers has 5 shopping centers within 1.4 miles.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Rental Price Ranges in the Area
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Studio Apartments | $1,481 | $775 | $4,325 |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,734 | $641 | $4,940 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,137 | $763 | $6,600 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,468 | $675 | $6,450 |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,515 | $675 | $6,700 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,240 | $1,199 | $8,150 |
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