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Wisconsin Dane County Madison Sunset Village

501 Shepard Terrace

501 Shepard Ter, Madison, WI 53705

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    $1,725

  • Bedrooms

    2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    800 sq ft

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7-minute walk to UW Hospital and Medical School as well as nearby the Pharmacy, Nursing and Veterinary Schools. Enjoy living on a shaded QUIET street in the beautiful University Heights neighborhood, conveniently located 1 block off University Avenue and the bus line. Very well-kept quiet colonial brick building with only 4 apartments. All apartments have been remodeled - updated kitchen, bathroom, Low-E windows, air conditioning, refinished hardwood floors, decorative fireplace and ceiling fans in the bedrooms. Additional storage in the basement. Heat and hot water is included. On site laundry. Local responsive owner managed on a daily basis. Square footage is approximate. 2 cats allowed. No dogs. Garage parking available. Renter References available on request.

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Highlights

  • Yard
  • Fireplace
  • Balcony
  • Hardwood Floors

Pricing & Floor Plans

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2 Bed 1 Bath
$1,725 2 Beds 1 Bath 800 Sq Ft
2 Available units
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  • Unit 2
    price $1,725
    square feet 800
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  • Unit 3
    price $1,725
    square feet 800
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2 Bed 1 Bath
$1,725 2 Beds 1 Bath 800 Sq Ft
2 Available units
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Unit Details
  • Unit 2
    price $1,725
    square feet 800
    availibility Now
  • Unit 3
    price $1,725
    square feet 800
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* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

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. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

  • Cats
    • One-Time Pet Fee
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $0
    • Pet Deposit
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $0
    • Monthly Pet Fee
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $40 / mo
    Comments
    Monthly fee is per cat. Max allowed is 2.
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  • Garage Lot
    • Parking Fee
      Max of 3. Charged per vehicle.
      $100 / mo
    Comments
    Max of 3, Enclosed garage is available for $100 per month. Includes remote openers and keypad access.
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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.

Details

Utilities Included

  • Heat
  • Trash Removal

Lease Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 1953
  • 4 units/2 stories

About 501 Shepard Terrace

7-minute walk to UW Hospital and Medical School as well as nearby the Pharmacy, Nursing and Veterinary Schools. Enjoy living on a shaded QUIET street in the beautiful University Heights neighborhood, conveniently located 1 block off University Avenue and the bus line. Very well-kept quiet colonial brick building with only 4 apartments. All apartments have been remodeled - updated kitchen, bathroom, Low-E windows, air conditioning, refinished hardwood floors, decorative fireplace and ceiling fans in the bedrooms. Additional storage in the basement. Heat and hot water is included. On site laundry. Local responsive owner managed on a daily basis. Square footage is approximate. 2 cats allowed. No dogs. Garage parking available. Renter References available on request.

501 Shepard Terrace is an apartment community located in Dane County and the 53705 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Madison Metropolitan School District attendance zone.

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Community Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floors

Yard

Refrigerator

Tub/Shower

Disposal

Fireplace

Indoor Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Storage Space
  • Tub/Shower
  • Fireplace

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Pantry
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Instant Hot Water

Model Details

  • Hardwood Floors
  • Tile Floors
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Basement
  • Built-In Bookshelves
  • Window Coverings
  • Balcony
  • Yard
  • Lawn
  • Garden
Location
501 Shepard Ter, Madison,
WI 53705
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Neighborhood

Sunset Village is located about four miles west of Downtown Madison. This wooded, tree-lined neighborhood is sought after for its incredible location and access to an abundance of amenities. Sunset Village is convenient to Edgewood College, the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and Downtown Madison, which are all under 15 minutes away via car. Perfect for nature lovers, Sunset Village has multiple parks and is also proximate to other green spaces, Lake Wingra and Lake Mendota. Residents don’t have to go far for groceries, clothing, or a meal since there are a wide variety of restaurants and shopping centers located along North Midvale Boulevard and University Avenue. Depending on where you live in the neighborhood you can even walk to the Hilldale Shopping Center, a massive high-end retail complex. Adding allure, Sunset Village has a wide variety of affordable to upscale rentals in a variety of styles available for rent.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Sunset Village Madison, WI
Studio $1,466 $1,256
1 Bedroom $1,764 $1,513
2 Bedrooms $1,997 $1,876
3 Bedrooms $2,579 $2,294
Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Storage Space
  • Tub/Shower
  • Fireplace
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Pantry
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Instant Hot Water
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Tile Floors
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Basement
  • Built-In Bookshelves
  • Window Coverings
  • Balcony
  • Yard
  • Lawn
  • Garden
Expenses
Recurring
Assigned Garage Parking $100
Cat Rent $40
One-Time
Cat Fee $0
Utilities Included
Heat, Trash Removal Included
Office Hours
Monday By Appointment
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Saturday By Appointment
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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
University of Wisconsin
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Edgewood University
Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
Madison Area Technical College
Drive: 18 min 7.8 mi
Herzing University
Drive: 25 min 11.1 mi
501 Shepard Terrace is within 15 minutes or 0.8 mile from University of Wisconsin. It is also near Edgewood University and Madison Area Technical College.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Midvale Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
373 Students
Attendance Zone
Lincoln Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
374 Students
Attendance Zone
Hamilton Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
725 Students
Attendance Zone
Hamilton Middle
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
725 Students
Nearby
West High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,147 Students
Attendance Zone
West High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,147 Students
Nearby
Blessed Sacrament School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
221 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

501 Shepard Terrace is near Dane County Regional/Truax Field, located 7.9 miles or 17 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Columbus Amtrak Station
Drive: 45 min 29.8 mi
Portage
Drive: 58 min 41.0 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Dane County Regional/Truax Field
Drive: 17 min 7.9 mi
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Walkability
80 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50 / 100
Fairly Drivable
Drivability
40 / 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 501 Shepard Terrace.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Findlay Center
Walk: 3 min 0.2 mi
University Station
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Shorewood Shopping Center
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
501 Shepard Terrace has 3 shopping centers within 0.5 mile, which is about a 9-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
UW Zoological Museum
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Allen Centennial Gardens
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
UW-Madison Geology Museum
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Washburn Observatory
Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
Henry Vilas Zoo
Drive: 8 min 3.3 mi
501 Shepard Terrace has 5 parks within 3.3 miles, including Allen Centennial Gardens, Washburn Observatory, and UW-Madison Geology Museum.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Meriter Hospital
Drive: 6 min 2.5 mi
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison
Drive: 7 min 2.9 mi
501 Shepard Terrace has 3 hospitals within 2.9 miles, the nearest is University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority which is 0.8 mile away and a 15 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Savanna Army Depot Washington
Drive: 162 min 104.1 mi
Savanna Army Depot Hanover
Drive: 176 min 109.0 mi
501 Shepard Terrace is 104.1 miles from Savanna Army Depot Washington, and is convenient to other military bases, including Savanna Army Depot Hanover.
 
 

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 501 Shepard Terrace have in-unit laundry?

While 501 Shepard Terrace does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.

What utilities are included in rent at 501 Shepard Terrace?

Select utilities are included in rent at 501 Shepard Terrace, including heat and trash removal. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.

Is parking available at 501 Shepard Terrace?

Parking is available at 501 Shepard Terrace for $100 / mo. Contact this property for details.

Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

501 Shepard Terrace has two-bedrooms apartments renting for $1,725/mo.

Is 501 Shepard Terrace pet-friendly?

Yes, 501 Shepard Terrace welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.

How much income do I need to rent at 501 Shepard Terrace?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,725 for a two-bedrooms, you would need to earn about $69,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

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