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Prairie Park Senior Apartments

6530 Schroeder Rd, Madison, WI 53711

4.0 (8 reviews)

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  • Total Monthly Price

    $1,100 - $1,415

  • Bedrooms

    1 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    798 sq ft

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Located on the west side of Madison, Prairie Park Senior Apartments is an affordable apartment home community specifically designed for seniors 55 and better. Live easy with amenities such as a community room, dining room, in-house beauty salon, fitness room, guest suite, elevator service and free WiFi. Many floor plans to choose from ranging from 1-2 bedrooms. Each apartment home features an in-unit washer and dryer, central air conditioning, dishwasher, garbage disposal, walk-in closets, discounted cable packages and FREE underground parking! Pets are welcome (some restrictions apply). Community events and an affordable rent program on select units (moderate income and student status restrictions would apply) will have you wanting to call Prairie Park home. Income restricted community, you must not exceed gross income requirements, must meet gross income criteria at the bottom of this page.

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Highlights

  • Bay Window
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Deck
  • Planned Social Activities
  • Controlled Access
  • Fireplace
  • Picnic Area
  • Elevator
  • Grill

Pricing & Floor Plans

1 bed/1bath LMI
$1,100 – $1,415 Total Monthly Price 1 Bed 1 Bath 798 Sq Ft $99 Deposit
Apr 1
1 bed/1bath LMI
$1,100 – $1,415 Total Monthly Price 1 Bed 1 Bath 798 Sq Ft $99 Deposit
Apr 1
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. 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.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $35
    • Due at Move-In
      • Administrative Fee
        Charged per unit.
        $0
  • Dogs
    • Monthly Pet Fee
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $25 / mo
    Restrictions:
    Breed restrictions apply.
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  • Cats
    • Monthly Pet Fee
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $25 / mo
  • Garage Lot
    • Parking Fee
      Max of 1. Charged per vehicle.
      $0 / mo
    Comments
    Max of 1, Additional underground parking stalls available for monthly charge.
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  • Storage Unit
    • Storage Deposit
      Charged per rentable item.
      $0
    • Storage Rent
      Charged per rentable item.
      $0 / mo

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

  • Gas
  • Water
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer

Lease Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 2002
  • 96 units/3 stories

Specialty Housing Details

  • This property is intended and operated for occupancy by persons 55 years of age or older.

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1BR, 1BA - E1
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About Prairie Park Senior Apartments

Located on the west side of Madison, Prairie Park Senior Apartments is an affordable apartment home community specifically designed for seniors 55 and better. Live easy with amenities such as a community room, dining room, in-house beauty salon, fitness room, guest suite, elevator service and free WiFi. Many floor plans to choose from ranging from 1-2 bedrooms. Each apartment home features an in-unit washer and dryer, central air conditioning, dishwasher, garbage disposal, walk-in closets, discounted cable packages and FREE underground parking! Pets are welcome (some restrictions apply). Community events and an affordable rent program on select units (moderate income and student status restrictions would apply) will have you wanting to call Prairie Park home. Income restricted community, you must not exceed gross income requirements, must meet gross income criteria at the bottom of this page.

Prairie Park Senior Apartments is an apartment community located in Dane County and the 53711 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Madison Metropolitan School District attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Fitness
  • Garage Parking, Free Storage, Free Wifi
  • Various Community Activities
  • Community Room with Kitchen
  • Beauty Salon/Barber Shop
  • Puzzle Stations
  • Resident lounge with Fireplace
  • Underground And Storage Included In Rent
  • Dog Park
  • Library
  • Move in specials - Call for details!
  • Cable Available For A Low Monthly Rate!
  • Garage Parking
  • Moderate income restrictions

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  • Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm
  • Saturday & Sunday, Closed
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Community Amenities

Fitness Center

Elevator

Clubhouse

Controlled Access

Recycling

Business Center

Grill

Conference Rooms

Property Services

  • Package Service
  • Controlled Access
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Recycling
  • Grocery Service
  • Online Services
  • Planned Social Activities
  • Guest Apartment
  • Public Transportation

Shared Community

  • Elevator
  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Lounge
  • Multi Use Room
  • Storage Space
  • Disposal Chutes
  • Conference Rooms

Fitness & Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Gameroom

Outdoor Features

  • Courtyard
  • Grill
  • Picnic Area

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Walk-In Closets

Refrigerator

Wi-Fi

Disposal

Indoor Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Security System
  • Storage Space
  • Fireplace
  • Handrails
  • Intercom
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer

Model Details

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Family Room
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Bay Window
  • Views
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Deck
  • Lawn

Income Restrictions

Income restrictions apply to some or all residents. Contact the community for more information.

How To Qualify

Based on the size of your household, your Maximum Annual Income must be equal to or less than the amount listed in this chart.
# Persons Annual Income
1 $54,540
2 $62,340
3 $70,140
4 $77,880
5 $84,120
6 $90,360
Location
6530 Schroeder Rd, Madison,
WI 53711
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Neighborhood

Nestled along Lake Mendota and Lake Monona, West Madison is a sprawling community that blends beautiful, rural landscapes with charming suburban neighborhoods. West Madison is home to the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Henry Vilas Zoo, West Towne Mall, and Owen Conservation Park. West Madison is known for having high-ranking schools, a family-friendly atmosphere, and abundant rental options, ranging from affordable homes to upscale apartments. An array of restaurants, retailers, and other businesses call West Madison home, making it a very convenient place to put down roots. Local have easy access to the heart of the city, where they’ll find even more parks, waterfront views, and big-city amenities.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

West Madison Madison, WI
Studio $1,254 $1,258
1 Bedroom $1,434 $1,508
2 Bedrooms $1,782 $1,863
3 Bedrooms $2,037 $2,321
Amenities
  • Package Service
  • Controlled Access
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Recycling
  • Grocery Service
  • Online Services
  • Planned Social Activities
  • Guest Apartment
  • Public Transportation
  • Elevator
  • Business Center
  • Clubhouse
  • Lounge
  • Multi Use Room
  • Storage Space
  • Disposal Chutes
  • Conference Rooms
  • Courtyard
  • Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Fitness Center
  • Gameroom
  • Fitness
  • Garage Parking, Free Storage, Free Wifi
  • Various Community Activities
  • Community Room with Kitchen
  • Beauty Salon/Barber Shop
  • Puzzle Stations
  • Resident lounge with Fireplace
  • Underground And Storage Included In Rent
  • Dog Park
  • Library
  • Move in specials - Call for details!
  • Cable Available For A Low Monthly Rate!
  • Garage Parking
  • Moderate income restrictions
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Security System
  • Storage Space
  • Fireplace
  • Handrails
  • Intercom
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Family Room
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Bay Window
  • Views
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Balcony
  • Patio
  • Deck
  • Lawn
Expenses
Recurring
Cat Rent $25
Dog Rent $25
Utilities Included
Gas, Water, Trash Removal, Sewer Included
Office Hours
Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Edgewood University
Drive: 11 min 4.5 mi
University of Wisconsin
Drive: 13 min 5.5 mi
Madison Area Technical College
Drive: 26 min 15.9 mi
Herzing University
Drive: 31 min 18.9 mi
Prairie Park Senior Apartments is within 11 minutes or 4.5 miles from Edgewood University. It is also near University of Wisconsin and Madison Area Technical College.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Elm Lawn Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
Falk Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Attendance Zone
Jefferson Middle
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
Attendance Zone
Memorial High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Madison Waldorf School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Wisconsin Institute for Learning
Private High School
Grades 9-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Prairie Park Senior Apartments is near Dane County Regional/Truax Field, located 11.7 miles or 26 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Columbus Amtrak Station
Drive: 51 min 37.6 mi
Portage
Drive: 61 min 42.8 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Dane County Regional/Truax Field
Drive: 26 min 11.7 mi
Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60 / 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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74 / 100

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Airport

Calm

Businesses

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Prairie Park Senior Apartments.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Gammon Retail Center
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Highland Gates
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Westland Plaza
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Prairie Park Senior Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 1.4 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
North Country National Scenic Trail
Walk: 7 min 0.4 mi
Elver Park
Drive: 2 min 1.3 mi
Prairie Ridge Conservation Park
Drive: 7 min 3.1 mi
Owen Conservation Park
Drive: 11 min 3.8 mi
UW-Madison Arboretum
Drive: 9 min 3.8 mi
Prairie Park Senior Apartments has 5 parks within 3.8 miles, including North Country National Scenic Trail, Elver Park, and Prairie Ridge Conservation Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority
Drive: 13 min 5.5 mi
Meriter Hospital
Drive: 14 min 5.7 mi
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison
Drive: 14 min 7.0 mi
Prairie Park Senior Apartments has 3 hospitals within 7.0 miles, the nearest is University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority which is 5.5 miles away and a 13 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Savanna Army Depot Washington
Drive: 160 min 112.0 mi
Savanna Army Depot Hanover
Drive: 173 min 116.9 mi
Prairie Park Senior Apartments is 112.0 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 Prairie Park Senior Apartments have in-unit laundry?

Prairie Park Senior Apartments has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.

What utilities are included in rent at Prairie Park Senior Apartments?

Select utilities are included in rent at Prairie Park Senior Apartments, including gas, water, trash removal, and sewer. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.

Is parking available at Prairie Park Senior Apartments?

Parking is available at Prairie Park Senior Apartments and is free of charge for residents.

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

Prairie Park Senior Apartments has one-bedroom apartments renting for $1,100/mo.

Is Prairie Park Senior Apartments pet-friendly?

Yes, Prairie Park Senior Apartments 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 Prairie Park Senior Apartments?

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 $1,100 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $44,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

Does Prairie Park Senior Apartments have move-in specials?

Prairie Park Senior Apartments is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

Does Prairie Park Senior Apartments offer Matterport 3D tours?

Yes! Prairie Park Senior Apartments offers 5 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.

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