Fordem Towers

1622 Fordem Ave, Madison, WI 53704

Last Updated: 1 Day Ago
Monthly Rent
$1,220 - $1,495
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Bedrooms
1 - 3
Bathrooms
1 Bath
Sq. Ft.
675 - 825 sq ft

Pricing and Floor Plans

Holly

$1,220
1 Bed, 1 Bath
675 Sq. Ft.
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1 Available Unit
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
22-101
$1,220
675
Now

Kalmia Large

$1,445 - $1,495
2 Beds, 1 Bath
825 Sq. Ft.
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2 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
22-202
$1,495
825
Nov. 11
22-306
$1,445
825
Dec. 2
* 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. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 1982
  • 108 units7 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $20

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.

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Property Highlights

  • Ample off-street parking
  • buildings; intercom entry systems
  • Cat Friendly - meow!
  • City Views
  • Convenient clothes care centers on every floor!
  • Disability Access
  • Elevators in every building
  • Maintenance Team
  • Many price points to fit any budget
  • Minutes from UW and MATC Campuses
  • Online Payments Available
  • Oversized windows let the light shine in!
  • Pass-through kitchens make it easy to entertain
  • Patio or balcony on all apartment homes
  • Plank Flooring
  • Plenty of closet space
  • Professionally landscaped grounds
  • Satellite Dish service available
  • Short-term leases available
  • Spacious Apartment Homes

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Intercom
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Window Coverings

Community Features

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Clubhouse
  • Controlled Access
  • Elevator
  • Income Restricted
  • Meal Service
  • Package Service
  • Playground

Map of Fordem Towers

Area Scores

Walkability

Fairly walkable

Transit

Some public transit

Driveability

Moderately drivable

Bikeability

Very bikeable

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Soundscore

Active

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Transit

Airport

Dane County Regional/Truax Field

7 min Drive

Dane County Regional

Moving to Sherman Terrace, Madison, WI

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Fordem Towers proximity to Fordem Ave Center, Lakewood Plaza, and Third Lake Market. Fordem Ave Center is 0.1 miles away, and Lakewood Plaza is within a 19 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 40, Fordem Towers has some public transit, including 2 transit stops within 36.7 miles. Transit options include Columbus Amtrak Station and Portage.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near Fordem Towers are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.1 miles, including Madison Children's Museum, Olbrich Botanical Gardens, and Ice Age National Scenic Trail.

Airports

Living in Sherman Terrace provides easy access to Dane County Regional/Truax Field, located just 6 minutes from Fordem Towers.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

Lowell Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

Not rated

Lapham Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 2 out of 10

Sherman Middle

Grades 6-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10

East High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

Isthmus Montessori Academy

Grades PK-12

Private

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GreatSchools

Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Madison Area Technical College Drive: 7 min (3.6 mi)
Edgewood University Drive: 13 min (4.6 mi)
University of Wisconsin Drive: 13 min (4.6 mi)
Herzing University Drive: 15 min (6.8 mi)

About Fordem Towers

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Fordem Towers is an apartment community in Madison, WI

Contact

Property Address:
1622 Fordem Ave,
Madison, WI 53704
Phone Number: (608) 338-1689
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed

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