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131 E Lakeside St, Madison, WI 53715
(608) 405-6981
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The Post

131 E Lakeside St
Madison, WI 53715
(608) 405-6981
The Post in Madison, WI - Building Photo
  • 1 Bedroom Bedrooms
  • $1,630-$1,895Pricing
  • 630–762Square Feet

About The Post

Introducing The Post, luxury apartment homes crafted and managed by Avante Properties. Located in the gateway of Madison at 131 East Lakeside, The Post has a lot to boast. It starts with location; it’s magnifique! Minutes from downtown Madison, it’s walkable to many of the city’s finest places to visit, be entertained, dine, shop, be seen at, and bask in the energy of the city. Boasting Capitol views and plenty of places to schmooze like our rooftop patio complete with a kitchenette, flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, gas grill, pool table (rack ‘em up, Fast Eddie), and seating nooks throughout the rooftop; or our grand lobby, fitness center, or courtyard with sundeck, sunshade piazza with TV, and, well, you get the idea and the concepts. It’s the place to be. 66 high-demand units featuring studios, micro one-bedroom, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with balconies. The Post is for a life of elegance and luxury.

The Post is located in the Bay Creek Neighborhood and 53715 Zip code of Madison, WI.

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Post offers 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,650 and having 630–762 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • 1 Bedroom

      One Bedroom

      From $1,750

      1 Bed, 1 Bath, 758-762 sq ft
      Available Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
      $1,750Available Now117758
      $1,825Available Now422762

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Balcony
      • Ceiling Fans
      • High Speed Internet Access
      • Intercom
      • Smoke Free
      • Sprinkler System
      • Tub/Shower
      • Washer/Dryer
      • Wi-Fi

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Disposal
      • Island Kitchen
      • Kitchen
      • Microwave
      • Oven
      • Quartz Countertops
      • Range
      • Refrigerator
      • Stainless Steel Appliances

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price Range

      • $1,750 - $1,895

      Current Available Pricing

      • $1,750 - $1,825

      Unit 117 Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $1,750

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price Range

      • $1,750 - $1,895

      Unit 422 Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $1,825

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price Range

      • $1,750 - $1,895

      Micro-One Bedroom

      From $1,650

      1 Bed, 1 Bath, 630 sq ft
      Available Nov 3

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
      $1,650 November 3, 2025308630

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Balcony
      • Ceiling Fans
      • High Speed Internet Access
      • Intercom
      • Smoke Free
      • Sprinkler System
      • Tub/Shower
      • Washer/Dryer
      • Wi-Fi

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Disposal
      • Island Kitchen
      • Kitchen
      • Microwave
      • Oven
      • Quartz Countertops
      • Range
      • Refrigerator
      • Stainless Steel Appliances

      Unit 308 Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $1,650

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price Range

      • $1,630 - $1,675
    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

    • 66 Units
    • 4 Stories
    • Built in 2023

    Lease Terms

    • 8 - 11 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 Applicant$25
    Due at Move-In
    Earnest DepositiApplied to security deposit after lease signing.$200

    Other Fees

    Pet Fees

    Dog

    One-Time Pet Fee$0
    Monthly Pet Fee$50/mo
    Pet Deposit$0

    Cat

    One-Time Pet Fee$0
    Monthly Pet Fee$30/mo
    Pet Deposit$0

    Dogs

    • 2 Pet Limit
    • 100 Lb Weight Limit
    Restrictions:

    2 pets max per unit.

    Cats

    • 2 Pet Limit

    2 pets max per unit.

    Parking Fees

    Street

    Parking Fee$0/mo

    Garage

    Parking Fee$150/mo

    Storage Fees

    Storage Unit

    Storage Rent$50/mo
    Storage Deposit$0

    Features and Amenities

    Unique Amenities

    • Earnest Deposit

    On-Site Services

    • Package Service
    • Pet Washing Station
    • Online Services
    • Recycling
    • 24 Hour Access

    Community Features

    • Lounge
    • Elevator

    Outdoor Features

    • Grill
    • Sundeck
    • Roof Terrace
    • Courtyard
    • Controlled Access
    • Patio

    Recreation and Fitness

    • Fitness Center
    • Bicycle Storage

    Interior Features

    • Balcony
    • Sprinkler System
    • Tub/Shower
    • Intercom
    • Ceiling Fans
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wi Fi
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Oven
    • Island Kitchen
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Kitchen
    • Disposal
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Living Area Features

    • Walk In Closets
    • Vinyl Flooring
    • Carpet
    • Views
    • Window Coverings

    Unique Amenities

    • Garage Available
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    131 E Lakeside St, Madison, WI 53715

    Hours and Contact Info

    Call Us - Open Now!
    Currently Closed
    By Appointment
    MondayBy Appointment
    TuesdayBy Appointment
    WednesdayBy Appointment
    ThursdayBy Appointment
    FridayBy Appointment
    SaturdayBy Appointment
    SundayClosed

    Getting Around

    Walk Score®

    50 / 100

    Somewhat Walkable

    Some errands can be accomplished on foot

    Bike Score®

    91 / 100

    Biker's Paradise

    Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

    Transit Score®

    31 / 100

    Some Transit

    A few nearby public transportation options

    Frequently Asked Questions about The Post

    Where is The Post located?

    The Post is located at 131 E Lakeside St near the Bay Creek area of Madison, WI

    What is the current rent range at The Post?

    1 Bedrooms at The Post currently start from $1,650. Call today for more info!

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for The Post are
    • Monday By Appointment
    • Tuesday By Appointment
    • Wednesday By Appointment
    • Thursday By Appointment
    • Friday By Appointment
    • Saturday By Appointment
    • Sunday Closed

    Are pets allowed?

    Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Nice Value3.2

      The The Post Apartments are 15.6% cheaper than the average apartment in the Bay Creek area, and 4.7% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Bay Creek Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$1,630$1,931-$301-15.6%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Madison

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$1,630$1,711-$81-4.7%

      Methodology: On 10/03/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 365 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Post (Bay Creek), and 973 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 10/03/2025

    • Transit Friendly 3.0

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

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    Nearby Schools

    West High

    Madison Metropolitan
    30 Ash Street
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (2147 Students)
    In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 2.4 miles away
    9/10

    Franklin Elementary

    Madison Metropolitan
    305 West Lakeside Street
    Public School - Grades PK-2 (297 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away

    Randall Elementary

    Madison Metropolitan
    1802 Regent Street
    Public School - Grades 3-5 (311 Students)
    In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.9 miles away
    9/10

    Hamilton Middle

    Madison Metropolitan
    4801 Waukesha Street
    Public School - Grades 6-8 (725 Students)
    In Attendance Zone8 minute drive / 3.8 miles away
    8/10
    School data provided by GreatSchools.
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from The Post.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    Wisconsin Capitol Building

    2 East Main Street
    2 minute drive / 0.99 miles away

    Overture Center for the Arts

    201 State Street
    3 minute drive / 1.09 miles away

    Madison Museum of Contemporary Art

    227 State Street
    3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away

    Big Box and Retail

    Kohl's

    2501 W Broadway
    5 minute drive / 1.76 miles away

    Walgreens

    5300 Monona Dr
    5 minute drive / 2.76 miles away

    Menards

    6401 Copps Ave
    7 minute drive / 3.49 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    Edgewood College

    1000 Edgewood College Drive
    4 minute drive / 2.09 miles away

    University of Wisconsin at Madison

    500 Lincoln Dr
    6 minute drive / 2.92 miles away

    Madison Area Technical College - Truax Campus

    1701 Wright Street
    10 minute drive / 4.7 miles away

    Groceries

    Whole Foods

    4710 Madison Yards Way
    8 minute drive / 4.08 miles away

    Cub Foods

    4141 Nakoosa Trl
    10 minute drive / 4.81 miles away

    Hy-Vee

    2920 Fitchrona Rd
    12 minute drive / 5.98 miles away

    Hospitals

    Ssm Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison

    700 South Park St
    3 minute drive / 1.05 miles away

    Meriter Hospital

    202 S Park St
    3 minute drive / 1.12 miles away

    University Of Wisconsin Hospitals And Clinics Authority

    600 Highland Avenue
    5 minute drive / 2.75 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    Lakeshore Nature Preserve

    610 Walnut Street
    5 minute drive / 2.54 miles away

    The Post has 1 park within 2.5 miles, including Lakeshore Nature Preserve.

    Shopping Centers

    Wingra Creek Plaza

    1216-1276 S Park St
    2 minute drive / 0.95 miles away

    Manchester Place

    2 E Mifflin St
    3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away

    Wes Zulty's

    1000 John Nolen Dr
    3 minute drive / 1.12 miles away

    The Post has 5 shopping centers within 1.2 miles.

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Madison Studio Apartments $1,477$750$4,235
    Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,711$641$8,220
    Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,114$750$8,208
    Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,639$839$6,445
    Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,759$1,080$6,700
    Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,439$799$8,150

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