- Studio–2 Bedrooms
- $1,560-$2,805 Pricing
- 513–1,489 Square Feet
Rent Specials
$500 Sign Today Bonus! Call for details.
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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- (608) 471-5037
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Office Hours
| 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 |
Floorplan Pricing and Availability
The Ideal offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,820 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 Deposit From $1,560 Call for Availability Unit C 513 sq ft $250 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,560 - $1,570
Deposit
- $250 deposit
Apartment Model: Unit CFrom $1,560Studio, 1 Bath, 513 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit C - Floorplan Unit J
Studio, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit From $1,575 Call for Availability Unit J 602 sq ft $250 Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,575 - $1,580
Deposit
- $250 deposit
Apartment Model: Unit JFrom $1,575Studio, 1 Bath, 602 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit J - Floorplan 1 Bedroom
Show Unavailable FloorplansUnit D
From $1,820
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 852 sq ftAvailable NowCheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $1,875 Available Now 508 852 $1,820 Available Now 208 852 $1,845 Available Now 322 852 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,820 - $1,875
Deposit
- $250 deposit
Unit 508 Amenities and Features
Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
Unit 508 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $1,875
Deposit
- $250 deposit
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,820 - $1,875
Unit 208 Amenities and Features
Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
Unit 208 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $1,820
Deposit
- $250 deposit
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,820 - $1,875
Unit 322 Amenities and Features
Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
Unit 322 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $1,845
Deposit
- $250 deposit
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,820 - $1,875
Apartment Model: Unit DFrom $1,8201 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 852 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
Unit D - Floorplan 1 ![]()
Unit D - Floorplan 2 Apartment Unit: 508Apartment Model: Unit D$1,8751 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 852 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 208Apartment Model: Unit D$1,8201 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 852 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 322Apartment Model: Unit D$1,8451 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 852 sq ftAvailable NowUnit E with Den
From $2,015
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 887 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $2,015 Available Now 211 887 $2,030 August 1, 2026 210 887 Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,015 - $2,085
Current Available Pricing
- $2,015 - $2,030
Deposit
- $250 deposit
Unit 211 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $2,015
Deposit
- $250 deposit
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,015 - $2,085
Unit 210 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $2,030
Deposit
- $250 deposit
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,015 - $2,085
Apartment Model: Unit E with DenFrom $2,0151 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 887 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
Unit E with Den - Floorplan 1 ![]()
Unit E with Den - Floorplan 2 Apartment Unit: 211Apartment Model: Unit E with Den$2,0151 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 887 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 210Apartment Model: Unit E with Den$2,0301 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 887 sq ftAvailable August 1, 2026Unit P2
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 587 sq ftModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit $1,700 Call for Availability Unit P2 587 sq ft $250 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price
- $1,700
Deposit
- $250 deposit
Apartment Model: Unit P2$1,7001 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 587 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit P2 - Floorplan Unit O
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 724 sq ftModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit From $1,770 Call for Availability Unit O 724 sq ft $250 Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,770 - $1,820
Deposit
- $250 deposit
Apartment Model: Unit OFrom $1,7701 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 724 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit O - Floorplan Unit P1
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 749 sq ftModel Gallery
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Photos
Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit $1,780 Call for Availability Unit P1 749 sq ft $250 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price
- $1,780
Deposit
- $250 deposit
Apartment Model: Unit P1$1,7801 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 749 sq ftUnavailableFloorplansPhotos![]()
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Unit P1 - Floorplan Unit P3
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 754 sq ftModel Gallery
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Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit $1,780 Call for Availability Unit P3 754 sq ft $250 Model Amenities and Features
Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price
- $1,780
Deposit
- $250 deposit
Apartment Model: Unit P3$1,7801 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 754 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit P3 - Floorplan Unit L
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 769 sq ftModel Gallery
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Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit From $1,785 Call for Availability Unit L 769 sq ft $250 Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $1,785 - $1,795
Deposit
- $250 deposit
Apartment Model: Unit LFrom $1,7851 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 769 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit L - Floorplan 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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Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit From $2,105 Call for Availability Unit H with Den 974 sq ft $250 Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,105 - $2,115
Deposit
- $250 deposit
Apartment Model: Unit H with DenFrom $2,1051 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 974 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit H with Den - Floorplan 2 Bedrooms
Show Unavailable FloorplansUnit Q
From $2,750
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1435 sq ftAvailable Aug 1Model Gallery
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Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft $2,750 August 1, 2026 402 1435 Unit 402 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
- $2,750
Deposit
- $250 deposit
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,750 - $2,800
Apartment Model: Unit QFrom $2,7502 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1435 sq ftAvailable August 1, 2026![]()
Unit Q - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 402Apartment Model: Unit Q$2,7502 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1435 sq ftAvailable August 1, 2026Unit M
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 917 sq ftModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit From $2,250 Call for Availability Unit M 917 sq ft $250 Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,250 - $2,275
Deposit
- $250 deposit
Apartment Model: Unit MFrom $2,2502 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 917 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit M - Floorplan 1 ![]()
Unit M - Floorplan 2 Unit F
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1055 sq ftModel Gallery
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Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit From $2,450 Call for Availability Unit F 1055 sq ft $250 Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,450 - $2,460
Deposit
- $250 deposit
Apartment Model: Unit FFrom $2,4502 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1055 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit F - Floorplan Unit I
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1112 sq ftModel Gallery
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Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit From $2,455 Call for Availability Unit I 1112 sq ft $250 Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,455 - $2,510
Deposit
- $250 deposit
Apartment Model: Unit IFrom $2,4552 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1112 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit I - Floorplan Unit K
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1230 sq ftModel Gallery
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Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit From $2,555 Call for Availability Unit K 1230 sq ft $250 Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,555 - $2,580
Deposit
- $250 deposit
Apartment Model: Unit KFrom $2,5552 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1230 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit K - Floorplan Unit R
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1489 sq ftLargest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this PropertyModel Gallery
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Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit From $2,795 Call for Availability Unit R 1489 sq ft $250 Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
- $2,795 - $2,805
Deposit
- $250 deposit
Apartment Model: Unit RFrom $2,7952 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1489 sq ftUnavailable![]()
Unit R - Floorplan
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Property Information
- 57 Units
- 5 Stories
- Built in 2013
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
Other Fees and Policies
Pet Fees
- Cat
- Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$25.00/mo
- Dog
- Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$25.00/mo
Max of 2. 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 Unit
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
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 $1,820 to $2,750
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
Are there any rent specials?
The current rent special at The Ideal is: $500 Sign Today Bonus! Call for details..
Lifestyle Ratings
Learn more about Lifestyle SearchPoints 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
Ssm Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison
Meriter Hospital
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 | $1,486 | $715 | $2,601 |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,694 | $641 | $5,250 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,113 | $763 | $6,450 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,491 | $866 | $10,000+ |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,123 | $938 | $6,700 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,568 | $941 | $7,250 |
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Max of 2. 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.