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The Surf

661 Mendota Ct, Madison, WI 53703

2.9 (6 reviews)

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    Studio - 2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 2 ba

  • Square Feet

    225 - 1,000 sq ft

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Beds Baths Average SF Availability
Studio Studio 0 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 225 SF Not Available
1 Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 650 SF Not Available
2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba 960 SF Not Available
2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br 2 Baths 2 Baths 2 Ba 1,000 SF Not Available
Studio Call for Rent Not Available
Studio 1 Bath 225 Sq Ft $600 Deposit
One Bedroom Call for Rent Not Available
1 Bed 1 Bath 650 Sq Ft $874 Deposit
Two Bedroom Call for Rent Not Available
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,000 Sq Ft $2,600 Deposit
Two Bedroom Call for Rent Not Available
2 Beds 1 Bath 960 Sq Ft $2,615 Deposit
Studio Call for Rent Not Available
Studio 1 Bath 225 Sq Ft $600 Deposit
One Bedroom Call for Rent Not Available
1 Bed 1 Bath 650 Sq Ft $874 Deposit
Two Bedroom Call for Rent Not Available
2 Beds 2 Baths 1,000 Sq Ft $2,600 Deposit
Two Bedroom Call for Rent Not Available
2 Beds 1 Bath 960 Sq Ft $2,615 Deposit
* 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.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

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  • Dogs Allowed
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  • Cats Allowed
  • No fees required
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Utilities Included

  • Gas
  • Water
  • Electricity
  • Heat
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer
  • Cable
  • Air Conditioning
  • Internet

Lease Options

  • 12

Property Information

  • Built in 1969
  • 83 units/13 stories
  • Furnished Units Available

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About The Surf

Get half off your first month's rent on 2-bedroom apartments available now! Get a $500 rent credit when you sign a lease today! The Surf Apartments are located lakeside right on Lake Mendota and offer the best of downtown Madison living! Plus our apartments are furnished and all utilities are included. Our location grants us access to incredible views of the lake, Picnic Point, and even the Capital, and our outside lawn, deck, and dock back right up to the lake and are great areas to enjoy with friends and family. We are just a 5-minute walk from campus and Memorial Union Terrace, and just a few minutes walk from State Street which leads right up to the Capitol Building, so our residents are in walking distance from the best that Madison has to offer. But it's not all about location. Our communities offer free WiFI, air conditioning, lake views, free cable and heating, as well as modern features like stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a tub. With on-site management and maintenance, you won't regret making The Surf Apartments your home! Make sure to check out our photo gallery and our video tour to get a better feel for what home is like at The Surf!

The Surf is an apartment community located in Dane County and the 53703 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Madison Metropolitan attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Lake Views
  • Waterfront Property
  • Free Fiber Optic WIFI Up To 300mb
  • Furnishings included
  • Kitchen Island
  • Plank and Vinyl Flooring
  • Bike Racks
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Free Cable
  • Kayak Racks
  • Camera Surveillance
  • Near Bus Stop 80
  • Surface Parking Lot (Fee)
  • Close to Campus - 5 Minute Walk
  • Heat, water/sewer, trash/recycle included

Contact

Language: English
Open 9am - 4pm Today
  • Monday - Friday, 9am - 4pm
  • Saturday & Sunday, Closed

Community Amenities

Fitness Center

Laundry Facilities

Furnished Units Available

Elevator

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Furnished Units Available
  • Elevator
  • Clubhouse
  • Walk-Up
  • Fitness Center
  • Sundeck
  • Courtyard
  • Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Waterfront
  • Lake Access
  • Dock

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Island Kitchen

Granite Countertops

Yard

Microwave

Refrigerator

Wi-Fi

Highlights

  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Tub/Shower

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Pantry
  • Island Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer

Model Details

  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Furnished
  • Window Coverings
  • Deck
  • Yard
  • Lawn
  • Dock
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Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Furnished Units Available
  • Elevator
  • Clubhouse
  • Walk-Up
  • Sundeck
  • Courtyard
  • Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Waterfront
  • Lake Access
  • Dock
  • Fitness Center
  • Lake Views
  • Waterfront Property
  • Free Fiber Optic WIFI Up To 300mb
  • Furnishings included
  • Kitchen Island
  • Plank and Vinyl Flooring
  • Bike Racks
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Free Cable
  • Kayak Racks
  • Camera Surveillance
  • Near Bus Stop 80
  • Surface Parking Lot (Fee)
  • Close to Campus - 5 Minute Walk
  • Heat, water/sewer, trash/recycle included
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Tub/Shower
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Granite Countertops
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Pantry
  • Island Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Furnished
  • Window Coverings
  • Deck
  • Yard
  • Lawn
  • Dock
Expenses
One-Time
Cat Fee $0
Dog Fee $0
Utilities Included
Gas, Water, Electricity, Heat, Trash Removal, Sewer, Cable, Air Conditioning Included
Office Hours
Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
608-400-0192
City - Madison

As Wisconsin’s capital and second largest city, Madison is situated in the heart if America’s Dairyland. Aside from the city’s farming history, Madison is also known for its lakeside recreation and relaxation on Lake Mendota, Lake Monona, and Lake Waubesa. Interstates 90 and 94 make commuting as easy as possible in the area, even to major metropolises like Milwaukee, located roughly 80 miles east of town on Lake Michigan.

Home to the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison draws in many residents for its college sports and top-notch educational opportunities. Between the Badgers basketball and hockey games at the Kohl Center to the Badgers football Games at Camp Randall Coliseum, there’s always a college game to cheer for. The university features all kinds of entertainment options, including the University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum, a major natural attraction in the city.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Edgewood College
Drive: 6 min 2.3 mi
University of Wisconsin
Drive: 6 min 2.4 mi
Madison Area Technical College
Drive: 14 min 5.8 mi
Herzing University
Drive: 21 min 9.1 mi
The Surf is within 6 minutes or 2.4 miles from University of Wisconsin. It is also near Edgewood College and Madison Area Technical College.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Franklin Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-2
297 Students
Attendance Zone
Metro School
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades 4-12
19 Students
Nearby
Lowell Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
334 Students
Nearby
Randall Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades 3-5
311 Students
Attendance Zone
Hamilton Middle
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
725 Students
Attendance Zone
West High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,147 Students
Attendance Zone
K12 International Academy
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
St James Catholic School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
131 Students
Nearby
The Keystone School
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
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Transportation

The Surf is near Dane County Regional/Truax Field, located 5.9 miles or 13 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Columbus Amtrak Station
Drive: 41 min 27.7 mi
Portage
Drive: 53 min 38.9 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Dane County Regional/Truax Field
Drive: 13 min 5.9 mi
Walker's Paradise
90
Walk Score®
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Good Transit
60
Transit Score®
Out of 100
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
Very Bikeable
78
Bike Score®
Out of 100
This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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Soundscore™
Out of 100

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Time and distance from The Surf.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
449 State
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
The Gateway
Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
Third Lake Market
Drive: 6 min 2.4 mi
The Surf has 3 shopping centers within 2.4 miles, which is about a 6-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Ice Age National Scenic Trail
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
UW Zoological Museum
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
Washburn Observatory
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Madison Children's Museum
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
UW-Madison Geology Museum
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
The Surf has 5 parks within 0.9 mile, including Ice Age National Scenic Trail, UW Zoological Museum, and Washburn Observatory.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Meriter Hospital
Walk: 19 min 1.0 mi
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison
Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority
Drive: 6 min 2.4 mi
The Surf has 3 hospitals within 2.4 miles, the nearest is Meriter Hospital which is 1.0 mile away and a 19 minute walk.
 
 

Property Ratings at The Surf

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5/27/25
MANAGEMENT SWITCH

I lived at surfside and surf apartments for two years, going on three and management switched this past May. The new management is fantastic! In April, a week before exams my apartment caught on fire and the new manager was so kind, handled the situation amazingly, and did not charge me exurbanite fees (like the previous managers would've). Thanks to her kindness, I was able to study for my exams without having to worry about added financial burdens. She is also planning to replace some furniture, cabinets, and utilities in both properties, making the apartments significantly nicer. She also brings her dog to work! Super cute!

7/27/23
live here if you want to suffer

Over the course of the 5 years I have lived here, this apartment has raised my rent by 200 dollars and there are numerous issues. Firstly, the apartment manager likes to raise your rent just to hire 4 DJs and a private sailboat while they have year-round construction projects that make living there essentially impossible. Not to mention the homeless that sleep in the basement and sleep on the bench outside. Manager doesnt respond to emails on weekends too.

Property Manager at The Surf, Responded To This Review

We are sorry you had a disappointing experience with us. The recent event was hosted by private parties, not the building owner/manager, meaning the DJ and sailboat rides were provided by parties outside of ownership or management. Our office is open from 9am to 4pm, Monday through Friday, so that's when you can expect to hear from us. We do have emergency maintenance over the weekend if needed. The police are always contacted when unauthorized guests are brought to our attention. As we don't have your name, we cannot reach out to you to resolve your concerns. Please contact our team at 608.256.3013. Thank you!

2/3/23
DO NOT LIVE HERE!!!!!!

terrible terrible terrible. the management makes it outrageously difficult to do almost anything. signing the lease is a nightmare for no reason, as if everything else. the property itself is not very nice and ridiculously overpriced. upon move in there were issues with my sink, loose cabinets, and more. the temperature inside of the apartment was very uncomfortable and the bathrooms were one million degrees even during winter. and the air conditioner makes the entire room smell horrible. there where bugs everywhere. they shut the water off every other week. mail gets stolen and they do nothing about it. the furniture is old, ratty, and literally falling apart. also when it’s windy or rains the windows rattle extremely loud and make it impossible to sleep. the employees are slow to respond to emails and are so unorganized. and for the prices of this place?? it’s almost insulting. take your money somewhere else please.

7/21/22
do not live here

insanely overpriced, really weird and poorly organized management, broken appliances and furniture, no natural light. worst mistake i’ve made in quite a while

11/1/21
Unreliable maintenance and terrible water

Property manager is quite difficult to contact. Maintenance is basically non-existent. Lots of bugs. Water is often yellow, you will need a filter for everything. Another tenant can’t even get their air conditioning fixed. This property is super overpriced when considering how negative of an experience the new management this year is.

10/25/21
Not worth it!

Management doesn't care about the tenants. Building needs lots of repairs to make it liveable in my opinion.

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The Surf is in the city of Madison. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 2.4 miles of the property.Five parks are within 0.9 mile, including Ice Age National Scenic Trail, UW Zoological Museum, and Washburn Observatory.

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