Apartments for Rent in the First Settlement Neighborhood of Madison, WI (420 Rentals)

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First Settlement, Madison, WI Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
First Settlement, Madison, WI

Ranked #11

Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including First Settlement, Madison, and the greater Madison area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, apartment communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Family-Friendly Rating

When renting for a family with children, location matters. Amongst all of the submarkets in Madison, First Settlement has established a name for itself as one of the best-regarded communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, trails and recreation, and access to highly-rated education and schools.

Outdoors Rating

Do you like parks, paths, and trails? this section of town is now ranked as providing favorable access to the outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This area of town has now become known as amongst the finest upscale submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, on-site concierge services, park views, easy access to green space, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Other luxury items often include wood-burning fireplaces, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise dogs or cats? this area is one of the finest neighborhoods for renters with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Getting Around the First Settlement Neighborhood in Madison, WI

Walk Score®

95 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

94 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

52 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • 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 First Settlement

How much are Studio apartments in First Settlement?

There are currently 182 Studio Apartments in First Settlement with rent ranges from $775 to $2,420 with an average price of $1,773.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom First Settlement Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in First Settlement ranges from $900 to $3,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,173.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in First Settlement cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in First Settlement range from $750 to $6,365. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,992.

How expensive are First Settlement Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 96 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in First Settlement on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,012 to $6,445 - averaging $2,935 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Experts Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Madison

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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