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- Studio–2 Bedrooms
- $1,560-$2,805Pricing
- 513–1,489Square Feet
About The Ideal
Welcome to The Ideal, your dream community where comfort, leisure, and entertainment are designed with your lifestyle in mind. With a prime location and top-tier amenities, our pet-friendly apartments for rent in Madison, The Ideal, have everything you need to feel right at home.Whether you choose a studio, one, or two-bedroom apartment, you’ll benefit from a host of convenient features and services that will make your day a breeze. These include open floor plan, in-unit laundry, lake views, and on-site management and maintenance teams ready to assist you. When you’re ready to step out for some relaxation and recreation, come and enjoy our community amenities, including a fitness center, community room, and heated parking garageLocated near highway 151 and John Nolen Drive, you’re a stone’s throw away from the top dining, shopping, and entertainment venues that Madison has to offer, including Capital Building, Henry Villas Zoo, and Monona Bay. Commuting to work won’t be a problem, especially since we’re located next to several prominent employers, such as UW Madison, Madison Technical College, and UW Hospital. If the outdoors is more your thing, head on over to UW Arboretum to catch some fresh air and connect with nature.Take a look at our photo gallery and see why our apartment community near Greenbush will make the perfect home. Get the full The Ideal experience with a personal visit. Schedule a tour today!
The Ideal is located in the Greenbush Neighborhood and 53715 Zip code of Madison, WI. This community is professionally managed by Gallina Management Inc.
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Floorplan Pricing and Availability
The Ideal offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,805 and having 513–1,489 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:
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Unit C
Studio, 1 Bath, 513 sq ftModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft From $1,560 Call for Availability Unit C 513 sq ft Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,560 - $1,570
Apartment Model: Unit CFrom $1,560Studio, 1 Bath, 513 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit C - Floorplan 1 Unit J
Studio, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft From $1,575 Call for Availability Unit J 602 sq ft Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,575 - $1,580
Apartment Model: Unit JFrom $1,575Studio, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit J - Floorplan 1 1 Bedroom
Show Unavailable FloorplansUnit O
From $1,805
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 724 sq ftAvailable Jun 1Model Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $1,805 June 1, 2026 407 724 Unit 407 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $1,805
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,770 - $1,820
Apartment Model: Unit OFrom $1,7701 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 724 sq ftAvailable June 1, 2026![]()
Unit O - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: 407Apartment Model: Unit O$1,8051 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 724 sq ftAvailable June 1, 2026Unit D
From $1,845
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 852 sq ftAvailable Jun 1Model Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $1,845 June 1, 2026 322 852 Unit 322 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $1,845
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,820 - $1,875
Apartment Model: Unit DFrom $1,8201 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 852 sq ftAvailable June 1, 2026![]()
Unit D - Floorplan 1 ![]()
Unit D - Floorplan 2 Apartment Unit: 322Apartment Model: Unit D$1,8451 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 852 sq ftAvailable June 1, 2026Unit P2
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 587 sq ftModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $1,700 Call for Availability Unit P2 587 sq ft Model Rent and Fees
Model Price
- $1,700
Apartment Model: Unit P2$1,7001 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 587 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit P2 - Floorplan 1 Unit P1
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 749 sq ftModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $1,780 Call for Availability Unit P1 749 sq ft Model Rent and Fees
Model Price
- $1,780
Apartment Model: Unit P1$1,7801 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 749 sq ftUnavailableFloorplansPhotos![]()
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Unit P1 - Floorplan 6 Unit P3
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 754 sq ftModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $1,780 Call for Availability Unit P3 754 sq ft Model Rent and Fees
Model Price
- $1,780
Apartment Model: Unit P3$1,7801 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 754 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit P3 - Floorplan 1 Unit L
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 769 sq ftModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft From $1,785 Call for Availability Unit L 769 sq ft Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,785 - $1,795
Apartment Model: Unit LFrom $1,7851 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 769 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit L - Floorplan 1 Unit E with Den
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 887 sq ftModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft From $2,015 Call for Availability Unit E with Den 887 sq ft Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,015 - $2,085
Apartment Model: Unit E with DenFrom $2,0151 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 887 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit E with Den - Floorplan 1 ![]()
Unit E with Den - Floorplan 2 Unit H with Den
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 974 sq ftLargest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft From $2,105 Call for Availability Unit H with Den 974 sq ft Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,105 - $2,115
Apartment Model: Unit H with DenFrom $2,1051 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 974 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit H with Den - Floorplan 1 2 Bedrooms
Unit M
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 917 sq ftModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft From $2,250 Call for Availability Unit M 917 sq ft Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,250 - $2,275
Apartment Model: Unit MFrom $2,2502 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 917 sq ftUnavailable![]()
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Unit M - Floorplan 2 Unit F
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1055 sq ftModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft From $2,450 Call for Availability Unit F 1055 sq ft Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,450 - $2,460
Apartment Model: Unit FFrom $2,4502 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1055 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit F - Floorplan 1 Unit I
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1112 sq ftModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft From $2,455 Call for Availability Unit I 1112 sq ft Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,455 - $2,510
Apartment Model: Unit IFrom $2,4552 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1112 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit I - Floorplan 1 Unit K
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1230 sq ftModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft From $2,555 Call for Availability Unit K 1230 sq ft Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,555 - $2,580
Apartment Model: Unit KFrom $2,5552 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1230 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit K - Floorplan 1 Unit Q
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1435 sq ftModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft From $2,750 Call for Availability Unit Q 1435 sq ft Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,750 - $2,800
Apartment Model: Unit QFrom $2,7502 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1435 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit Q - Floorplan 1 Unit R
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1489 sq ftLargest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft From $2,795 Call for Availability Unit R 1489 sq ft Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,795 - $2,805
Apartment Model: Unit RFrom $2,7952 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1489 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit R - Floorplan 1
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Property Information
- 57 Units
- 5 Stories
- Built in 2013
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Lease Terms
- 2 - 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. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.
Required Fees
One-Time Move-In Fees
- Due at Application
- Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant$0
Other Fees
Pet Fees
- Monthly Pet FeeiCharged Per Pet$25
- Monthly Pet FeeiCharged Per Pet$25
Cat
Dog
Pets: Max 2 allowed. Additional deposits apply. Restrictions: Breed Restriction apply. Cats allowed. Rent $25. Cats are to be neutered/spayed. Dogs allowed. Rent $40. Call for details. Breed and weight restrictions apply.
Storage Fees
- Storage RentiCharged per rentable item$45/mo
- Storage DepositiCharged per rentable item$0
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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
- Community Room
- Rooftop Terrace
Community Features
- Corporate Housing
Recreation and Fitness
- Fitness Center
Map
- Shopping
- Colleges
- Grocery
- Medical
- Parks
Map
Hours and Contact Info
| Monday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Wednesday | By Appointment |
| Thursday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Friday | 10:00 am–5:00 pm |
| Saturday | By Appointment |
| Sunday | Closed |
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- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Ideal
Where is The Ideal located?
The Ideal is located at 901 Drake St near the Greenbush area of Madison, WI
What is the current rent range at The Ideal?
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at The Ideal currently range from $1,805 to $1,845
When is the leasing office open?
- The office Hours for The Ideal are
- Monday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
- Tuesday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
- Wednesday By Appointment
- Thursday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
- Friday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
- Saturday By Appointment
- Sunday Closed
Are pets allowed?
Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets
Lifestyle Ratings
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Nearby Schools
Hamilton Middle
Franklin Elementary
West High
Randall Elementary
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Points of Interest
Time and distance from The Ideal.
Arts Museums and Landmarks
Big Box and Retail
Kohl's
Walgreens
Menards
Colleges and Universities
Groceries
Whole Foods
Hy-Vee
Cub Foods
Hospitals
University Of Wisconsin Hospitals And Clinics Authority
Parks and Recreation
The Ideal has 1 park within 1.7 miles, including Lakeshore Nature Preserve.
Shopping Centers
The Ideal has 5 shopping centers within 1.5 miles.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Rental Price Ranges in the Area
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Studio Apartments | $1,506 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,756 | $641 | $4,875 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,137 | $620 | $6,600 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,399 | $675 | $6,450 |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,494 | $675 | $6,700 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,254 | $1,199 | $8,150 |
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Pets: Max 2 allowed. Additional deposits apply. Restrictions: Breed Restriction apply. Cats allowed. Rent $25. Cats are to be neutered/spayed. Dogs allowed. Rent $40. Call for details. Breed and weight restrictions apply.