The Varsity Apartments

401 N Lake St, Madison, WI 53715

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The Varsity

401 N Lake St
Madison, WI 53715
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  • Studio–4 Bedrooms
  • 359–904Square Feet

About The Varsity

The apartments at The Varsity in Madison, WI could be your next home! Located in 405 N Lake St, you are steps away from UW-Madison and State St! The community has a host of amenities such as our amenity suite and fitness center. Information on vacancies and lease options is available. Get in touch with us today, or visit 405 N Lake St in Madison, WI.

The Varsity is located in the Downtown Madison Neighborhood and 53715 Zip code of Madison, WI.

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

  • Studio

    Studio

    Studio, 1 Bath, 359 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableStudio359 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready

    Studio, 1 bath

    Studio, 1 Bath, 388 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableStudio, 1 bath388 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready

    Studio, 1 bath

    Studio, 1 Bath, 389 sq ft
     
    Largest StudioThis is the largest Studio at this Property

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableStudio, 1 bath389 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
  • 1 Bedroom

    1 Bed, 1 bath

    1 Bed, 1 Bath
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnit
    Unavailable1 Bed, 1 bath

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready

    One Bedroom

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, up to 409 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableOne Bedroom up to 409 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
  • 2 Bedrooms

    One Bedroom in a 2 Bedroom

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, up to 513 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableOne Bedroom in a 2 Bedroom up to 513 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready

    2 Beds, 1 bath

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 513 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailable2 Beds, 1 bath513 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready

    ENTIRE 2 BEDROOM

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 513 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableENTIRE 2 BEDROOM513 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready

    2 Beds, 1 bath

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 548 sq ft
     
    Largest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailable2 Beds, 1 bath548 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
  • 3 Bedrooms

    One Bedroom in a 3 Bedroom

    3 Beds, 2 Baths, up to 755 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableOne Bedroom in a 3 Bedroom up to 755 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready

    3 Beds, 2 baths

    3 Beds, 2 Baths, 727 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailable3 Beds, 2 baths727 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready

    3 Beds, 2 baths

    3 Beds, 2 Baths, 755 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailable3 Beds, 2 baths755 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready

    ENTIRE 3 BEDROOM

    3 Beds, 2 Baths, 755 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableENTIRE 3 BEDROOM755 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
  • 4 Bedrooms

    One Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom

    4 Beds, 2 Baths, 904 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableOne Bedroom in a 4 Bedroom904 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready

    Visit varsitymadison.com

    4 Beds, 2 Baths
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnit
    UnavailableVisit varsitymadison.com

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready

    4 Beds, 2 baths

    4 Beds, 2 Baths, 904 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Unavailable4 Beds, 2 baths904 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready

    ENTIRE 4 BEDROOM

    4 Beds, 2 Baths, 904 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableENTIRE 4 BEDROOM904 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
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.

Property Information

  • 27 Units
  • 4 Stories
  • Built in 2005

Lease Terms

  • 6 - 12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Other Fees

Personal Add-Ons

Application Fee Per Applicant$25

Pet Policy and Fees

Cats

  • 2 Pet Limit
  • $35 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $200 Fee
  • 50 Lb Weight Limit

Dogs

  • 2 Pet Limit
  • $35 Monthly Pet Rent
  • $200 Fee
  • 50 Lb Weight Limit
Restrictions:

Features and Amenities

Interior Features

  • Cable Ready

Map

401 N Lake St, Madison, WI 53715

Hours and Contact Info

Open Now
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday10:00 am–6:00 pm
Tuesday10:00 am–6:00 pm
WednesdayBy Appointment
Thursday10:00 am–6:00 pm
Friday10:00 am–6:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Getting Around

Walk Score®

93 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

97 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

57 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Renters Reviews and Ratings

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Nearby Schools

Franklin Elementary

Madison Metropolitan
305 West Lakeside Street
Public School - Grades PK-2 (297 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.4 miles away

Hamilton Middle

Madison Metropolitan
4801 Waukesha Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (725 Students)
In Attendance Zone6 minute drive / 3.2 miles away
8/10

Randall Elementary

Madison Metropolitan
1802 Regent Street
Public School - Grades 3-5 (311 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away
9/10

West High

Madison Metropolitan
30 Ash Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2147 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.5 miles away
9/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Varsity.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Madison Museum of Contemporary Art

227 State Street
1 minute drive / 0.65 miles away

Overture Center for the Arts

201 State Street
2 minute drive / 0.67 miles away

Wisconsin Capitol Building

2 East Main Street
2 minute drive / 0.9 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Kohl's

2501 W Broadway
6 minute drive / 2.98 miles away

Walgreens

5300 Monona Dr
8 minute drive / 3.81 miles away

Menards

6401 Copps Ave
9 minute drive / 4.64 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Edgewood College

1000 Edgewood College Drive
4 minute drive / 1.34 miles away

University of Wisconsin at Madison

500 Lincoln Dr
5 minute drive / 1.71 miles away

Madison Area Technical College - Truax Campus

1701 Wright Street
10 minute drive / 4.75 miles away

Groceries

Whole Foods

4710 Madison Yards Way
6 minute drive / 2.97 miles away

Cub Foods

4141 Nakoosa Trl
11 minute drive / 5.19 miles away

Hy-Vee

2920 Fitchrona Rd
12 minute drive / 5.62 miles away

Hospitals

Meriter Hospital

202 S Park St
1 minute drive / 0.32 miles away

Ssm Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison

700 South Park St
2 minute drive / 0.75 miles away

University Of Wisconsin Hospitals And Clinics Authority

600 Highland Avenue
4 minute drive / 1.55 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Lakeshore Nature Preserve

610 Walnut Street
4 minute drive / 1.34 miles away

The Varsity has 1 park within 1.3 miles, including Lakeshore Nature Preserve.

Shopping Centers

449 State

449 State St
1 minute drive / 0.45 miles away

Manchester Place

2 E Mifflin St
2 minute drive / 0.84 miles away

Wingra Creek Plaza

1216-1276 S Park St
3 minute drive / 1.18 miles away

The Varsity has 5 shopping centers within 1.7 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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