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2161-2171 Effingham Way, Sun Prairie, WI 53590

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Gateway Commons

2161-2171 Effingham Way
Sun Prairie, WI 53590
(608) 999-4557
Gateway Commons in Sun Prairie, WI - Building Photo
  • Studio–1 Bedrooms
  • $1,075-$1,575 Pricing
  • 520–1,146 Square Feet

About Gateway Commons

Conveniently located in Sun Prairie's beautiful Gateway neighborhood, you will find a neighborhood truly like no other. Primarily residential, nice spacious parks,wide walking paths on tree-lined, quiet city streets, and plenty of green space arethe norm. Choose to walk to the grocery store, restaurants, or retail opportunities,or hop in the car for a quick commute to the Interstate, Highway 151 and Downtown Madison. Enjoy all the features you expect at a great price, including underground parking. Choose from several spacious floor plans. Call Gateway Commons your next home.

Gateway Commons is located in the Gateway Dane Neighborhood and 53590 Zip code of Sun Prairie, WI. This community is professionally managed by Forward Management, Inc.

Unique Features and Amenities

  • Built in Microwaves
  • Carpeting
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Extra Storage
  • Private Balcony/Patio
  • Resident pays flat fee for heat October through April based on unit style
  • Skylight
  • Vaulted Ceilings
  • Washer/Dryer Available in All Except Studio Units

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Property Contact Info

Office Hours

Monday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday8:00 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Gateway Commons offers Studio to 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,075 and having 520–1,146 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    Floorplan E

    $1,075

    Studio, 1 Bath, 520 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,075Available Now2171_108520

    Unit 2171_108 Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Fireplace
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Skylights
    • Tub/Shower

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Range

    Living Space

    • Carpet
    • Dining Room
    • Loft Layout
    • Vinyl Flooring
    • Walk-In Closets
    • Window Coverings

    Unit 2171_108 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,075

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,075
  • 1 Bedroom

    Floorplan H

    $1,595

    1 Bed, 2 Baths, 1146 sq ft
    Available Now
    Largest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,595Available NowH1146 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Skylights
    • Storage Space
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,595

    Floorplan F

    $1,575

    1 Bed, 2 Baths, 1136 sq ft
    Available Aug 1

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,575 August 1, 20262171_2181136

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Skylights
    • Storage Space
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 2171_218 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,575

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,575

    Floorplan G

    $1,525

    1 Bed, 2 Baths, 1130 sq ft
    Available Sep 1
    Cheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,525 September 1, 20262171_2021130

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Skylights
    • Storage Space
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator

    Unit 2171_202 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,525

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,525

    Floorplan D

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 700 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityD700 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access

    Floorplan A

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 715 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityA715 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Skylights
    • Storage Space
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator

    Floorplan C

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 715 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityC715 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Skylights
    • Storage Space
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator

    Floorplan B

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 715 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityB715 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Skylights
    • Storage Space
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator

    Floorplan L

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 720 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityL720 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Skylights
    • Storage Space
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
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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

  • 60 Units
  • 2 Stories
  • Built in 2000

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

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.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$0.00
Due at Move-In
Administrative FeeiCharged per unit.$0.00

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Cat
Cat RentiCharged Per Pet.$25.00/mo
Restrictions:

None

Comments:

| Restrictions: None.

Parking Fees

Street
Parking FeeiCharged per vehicle.$0.00/mo
Comments:

One underground heated parking space included.

Additional Parking Options

Garage Parking

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

Unique Amenities

  • Built in Microwaves
  • Carpeting
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Extra Storage
  • Private Balcony/Patio
  • Resident pays flat fee for heat October through April based on unit style
  • Skylight
  • Vaulted Ceilings
  • Washer/Dryer Available in All Except Studio Units

On-Site Services

  • Laundry Facilities

Recreation and Fitness

  • Walking/Biking Trails

Interior Features

  • Balcony
  • Skylights
  • Storage Space
  • Ceiling Fans
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Cable Ready
  • Washer/Dryer

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Disposal
  • Refrigerator

Living Area Features

  • Vaulted Ceiling

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
Google Map

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2161-2171 Effingham Way, Sun Prairie, WI 53590

Frequently Asked Questions about Gateway Commons

Where is Gateway Commons located?

Gateway Commons is located at 2161-2171 Effingham Way near the Gateway Dane area of Sun Prairie, WI

What is the current rent range at Gateway Commons?

Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments at Gateway Commons currently range from $1,075 to $1,575

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Gateway Commons are
  • Monday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 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 Value3.0

    The Gateway Commons Apartments are 6.3% cheaper than the average apartment in the Gateway Dane area, and 9.65% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Gateway Dane Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,075$1,295-$220-17.0%
    1 Bedroom$1,525$1,461+$644.4%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Sun Prairie

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,075$1,305-$230-17.6%
    1 Bedroom$1,525$1,551-$26-1.7%

    Methodology: On 07/11/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 73 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Gateway Commons (Gateway Dane), and 120 other apartment communities in Sun Prairie 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 07/11/2026

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Gateway Commons.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Barrymore Theatre

2090 Atwood Ave
18 minute drive / 8.46 miles away

Wisconsin Capitol Building

2 East Main Street
22 minute drive / 10.45 miles away

Overture Center for the Arts

201 State Street
22 minute drive / 10.59 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Aldi

750 Bunny Trl
5 minute drive / 1.71 miles away

Jcpenney

135 E Towne Blvd
11 minute drive / 5.16 miles away

Target

4301 Lien Rd
12 minute drive / 5.69 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Herzing University - Madison

5218 East Terrace Drive
8 minute drive / 3.81 miles away

Madison Area Technical College - Truax Campus

1701 Wright Street
13 minute drive / 6.48 miles away

University of Wisconsin at Madison

500 Lincoln Dr
25 minute drive / 11.86 miles away

Groceries

Aldi

750 Bunny Trl
5 minute drive / 1.71 miles away

Cub Foods

4141 Nakoosa Trl
13 minute drive / 6.42 miles away

Hospitals

Uw Health East Madison Hospital

4602 Eastpark Blvd
7 minute drive / 3.54 miles away

Mendota Mental Health Institute

301 Troy Dr
17 minute drive / 8.33 miles away

Meriter Hospital

202 S Park St
24 minute drive / 11.49 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Lakeshore Nature Preserve

610 Walnut Street
25 minute drive / 11.84 miles away

Gateway Commons has 1 park within 11.8 miles, including Lakeshore Nature Preserve.

Shopping Centers

Prairie Center

2538 Ironwood Dr
2 minute drive / 0.73 miles away

Park Bank Anchored Shopping Center

2679-2691 Windsor St
2 minute drive / 0.87 miles away

Galaxy Plaza

1632 W Main St
2 minute drive / 0.92 miles away

Gateway Commons has 5 shopping centers within 1.1 miles.

Nearby Neighborhoods

Gateway Dane

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Emerald Terrace

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Liberty Square

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Sun Prairie Studio Apartments $1,305$975$1,960
Sun Prairie 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,551$663$2,517
Sun Prairie 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,950$1,150$3,000
Sun Prairie 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,011$1,300$3,750
Sun Prairie 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,557$2,465$2,650

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