217 N 6th St, Madison, WI 53704
What This Townhouse Offers
Beautiful 2-bedroom,2-bath apartment in Madison's vibrant Emerson East neighborhood, blending timeless character with thoughtful updates. Featuring 9-foot... ceilings, maple hardwood floors, original columnades, and abundant natural light, this home offers a bright and inviting living space with classic architectural charm.
The updated kitchen includes butcher block countertops, open shelving, a gas range, and generous cabinet space. The apartment offers a full main-floor bathroom, plus a private finished second bathroom in the basement. Shared laundry and additional basement storage are also available.
Enjoy your morning coffee on the covered front porch or relax in the partially fenced backyard with space for grilling and entertaining. Driveway parking and a detached 1.5-car garage are included.
Heat, water, sewer, and trash are included in the rent—tenants pay only electricity. Conveniently located near downtown Madison, the East Washington corridor, parks, restaurants, coffee shops, and bike paths, this apartment offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience.
Unit
- $1,950
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 743 sq. ft.
- Available Sep 1
Townhome Features
- Basement
- Hardwood Floors
- Kitchen
- Porch
- Range
Community Features
- Walking/Biking Trails
217 N 6th St is a townhome for rent in Madison, WI
Fees and Policies
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No Pets Allowed
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Madison, WI 53704
Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable60 / 100
Transit
Some public transit40 / 100
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable90 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable70 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active74 / 100
Travel and Transit
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Emerson Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Sherman Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
East High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Isthmus Montessori Academy
Grades PK-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Madison Area Technical College
Drive: 6 min (2.4 mi)
University of Wisconsin
Drive: 14 min (5.1 mi)
Edgewood University
Drive: 14 min (5.4 mi)
Herzing University
Drive: 12 min (5.9 mi)
Discover Emerson East, Madison, WI
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 217 N 6th St proximity to 2602-2618 E Washington Ave, Madison East Shopping Center, and Fordem Ave Center. 2602-2618 E Washington Ave is 0.4 miles away, and Madison East Shopping Center is within a 10 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 40, 217 N 6th St has some public transit, including 2 transit stops within 36 miles. Transit options include Columbus Amtrak Station and Portage.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 217 N 6th St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3 miles, including Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Sandburg Woods, and Heritage Sanctuary.
Airports
Living in Emerson East provides easy access to Dane County Regional/Truax Field, located just 5 minutes from 217 N 6th St.