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901 Drake St, Madison, WI 53715
(608) 471-5037
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The Ideal

901 Drake St
Madison, WI 53715
(608) 471-5037
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  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $1,510-$2,725Pricing
  • 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 having 513–1,489 sqft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    Unit C

    Studio, 1 Bath, 513 sq ft
     

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    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $1,510Call for AvailabilityUnit C513 sq ft

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,510 - $1,520

    Unit J

    Studio, 1 Bath, 602 sq ft
     

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    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $1,530Call for AvailabilityUnit J602 sq ft

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,530 - $1,535

  • 1 Bedroom

    Unit P2

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 587 sq ft
     

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    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,650Call for AvailabilityUnit P2587 sq ft

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,650

    Unit O

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 724 sq ft
     

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    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $1,740Call for AvailabilityUnit O724 sq ft

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    Model Price Range

    • $1,740 - $1,790

    Unit P1

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 749 sq ft
     

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    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,735Call for AvailabilityUnit P1749 sq ft

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    Model Price

    • $1,735

    Unit P3

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 754 sq ft
     

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    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,735Call for AvailabilityUnit P3754 sq ft

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    Model Price

    • $1,735

    Unit L

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 769 sq ft
     

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    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $1,755Call for AvailabilityUnit L769 sq ft

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,755 - $1,765

    Unit D

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 852 sq ft
     

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    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $1,780Call for AvailabilityUnit D852 sq ft

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    Model Price Range

    • $1,780 - $1,835

    Unit E with Den

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 887 sq ft
     

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    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $1,945Call for AvailabilityUnit E with Den887 sq ft

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    Model Price Range

    • $1,945 - $2,015

    Unit H with Den

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 974 sq ft
     
    Largest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property

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    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $2,035Call for AvailabilityUnit H with Den974 sq ft

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    Model Price Range

    • $2,035 - $2,045

  • 2 Bedrooms

    Unit M

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 917 sq ft
     

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    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $2,165Call for AvailabilityUnit M917 sq ft

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    Model Price Range

    • $2,165 - $2,190

    Unit F

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1055 sq ft
     

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    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $2,385Call for AvailabilityUnit F1055 sq ft

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    Model Price Range

    • $2,385 - $2,395

    Unit I

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1112 sq ft
     

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    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $2,385Call for AvailabilityUnit I1112 sq ft

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    Model Price Range

    • $2,385 - $2,440

    Unit K

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1230 sq ft
     

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    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $2,475Call for AvailabilityUnit K1230 sq ft

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    Model Price Range

    • $2,475 - $2,500

    Unit Q

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1435 sq ft
     

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    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $2,665Call for AvailabilityUnit Q1435 sq ft

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,665 - $2,715

    Unit R

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1489 sq ft
     
    Largest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this Property

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    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $2,715Call for AvailabilityUnit R1489 sq ft

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,715 - $2,725
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. 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

Lease Terms

  • 2 - 12 mo
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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$0

Other Fees

Storage Fees

Storage Unit

Storage DepositiCharged per rentable item$0
Storage RentiCharged per rentable item$45/mo
Storage RentiCharged per rentable item$45/mo
Storage DepositiCharged per rentable item$0

Pet Fees

Dog

Monthly Pet FeeiCharged per Pet$25

Cat

Monthly Pet FeeiCharged per Pet$25

Cats

  • 2 Pet Limit

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.

Dogs

  • 2 Pet Limit

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.

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
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901 Drake St, Madison, WI 53715
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(608) 471-5037
Monday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday10:00 am–5:00 pm
WednesdayBy Appointment
Thursday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday10:00 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayBy Appointment
SundayClosed
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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?

Call us today for rates on the Studio to 2 options at The Ideal

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

  • Luxury 3.2

    The Luxury rating shows you how this community's high end floorplan pricing relates to the local average.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.2-star Luxury rating is based on the following features:

    • Fitness Center

  • Affordability Nice Value3.0

    The The Ideal Apartments are 4.07% cheaper than the average apartment in the Greenbush area, and 0.13% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Greenbush Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,510$1,674-$164-9.8%
    1 Bedroom$1,650$1,788-$138-7.7%
    2 Bedroom$2,165$2,056+$1095.3%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Madison

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    Studio$1,510$1,474+$362.4%
    1 Bedroom$1,650$1,718-$68-4.0%
    2 Bedroom$2,165$2,140+$251.2%

    Methodology: On 12/17/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 110 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Ideal (Greenbush), and 2674 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 12/17/2025

  • Transit Friendly 3.8

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

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

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Nearby Schools

Hamilton Middle

Madison Metropolitan
4801 Waukesha Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (725 Students)
In Attendance Zone6 minute drive / 2.9 miles away
8/10

Franklin Elementary

Madison Metropolitan
305 West Lakeside Street
Public School - Grades PK-2 (297 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away

West High

Madison Metropolitan
30 Ash Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2147 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.4 miles away
9/10

Randall Elementary

Madison Metropolitan
1802 Regent Street
Public School - Grades 3-5 (311 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away
9/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Ideal.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Madison Museum of Contemporary Art

227 State Street
3 minute drive / 1.16 miles away

Overture Center for the Arts

201 State Street
3 minute drive / 1.17 miles away

Wisconsin Capitol Building

2 East Main Street
3 minute drive / 1.29 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Kohl's

2501 W Broadway
5 minute drive / 2.63 miles away

Walgreens

5300 Monona Dr
8 minute drive / 3.77 miles away

Menards

6401 Copps Ave
9 minute drive / 4.48 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Edgewood College

1000 Edgewood College Drive
3 minute drive / 1.08 miles away

University of Wisconsin at Madison

500 Lincoln Dr
4 minute drive / 2.09 miles away

Madison Area Technical College - Truax Campus

1701 Wright Street
11 minute drive / 5.27 miles away

Groceries

Whole Foods

4710 Madison Yards Way
6 minute drive / 3.12 miles away

Hy-Vee

2920 Fitchrona Rd
11 minute drive / 5.16 miles away

Cub Foods

4141 Nakoosa Trl
11 minute drive / 5.58 miles away

Hospitals

Ssm Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison

700 South Park St
1 minute drive / 0.07 miles away

Meriter Hospital

202 S Park St
1 minute drive / 0.37 miles away

University Of Wisconsin Hospitals And Clinics Authority

600 Highland Avenue
5 minute drive / 1.89 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Lakeshore Nature Preserve

610 Walnut Street
5 minute drive / 1.69 miles away

The Ideal has 1 park within 1.7 miles, including Lakeshore Nature Preserve.

Shopping Centers

Wingra Creek Plaza

1216-1276 S Park St
1 minute drive / 0.51 miles away

449 State

449 State St
3 minute drive / 1.06 miles away

Manchester Place

2 E Mifflin St
3 minute drive / 1.31 miles away

The Ideal has 5 shopping centers within 1.5 miles.

Nearby Neighborhoods

Greenbush

Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments from $1,126
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Bay Creek

Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments from $750
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Miffland

Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments from $750
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Madison Studio Apartments $1,474$775$3,945
Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,718$641$4,710
Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,140$750$7,000
Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,537$839$6,450
Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,564$1,099$6,700
Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,494$1,199$8,150

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