Rivers Edge Apartments

1614 Fordem Ave, Madison, WI 53704

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Monthly Rent: $1,220 - $1,745; View Fees and Policies
Bedrooms: Studio - 3Studio - 3 Beds
Bathrooms: 1 - 21 - 2 Baths
Sq. Ft.: 390 - 1,666 sq ft

Pricing and Floor Plans

Ash

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Studio, 1 Bath

, 390 Sq. Ft.

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Birch

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Studio, 1 Bath

, 420 Sq. Ft.

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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 Sq. Ft.

Now

Ivy

$1,375

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 739 Sq. Ft.

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Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

06-311

$1,375

739 Sq. Ft.

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Juniper

$1,375

1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 756 Sq. Ft.

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Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

82-307

$1,375

756 Sq. Ft.

Dec. 10 New

Elm

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1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 585 Sq. Ft.

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Fir

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1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 641 Sq. Ft.

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Gardenia

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1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 644 Sq. Ft.

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Cyprus

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1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 540 Sq. Ft.

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Dogwood

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1 Bed, 1 Bath

, 532 Sq. Ft.

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Palm

$1,695 - $1,745

2 Beds, 2 Baths

, 1,018 Sq. Ft.

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4 Available Units

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

66-206

$1,745

1,018 Sq. Ft.

Oct. 7

82-212

$1,695

1,018 Sq. Ft.

Oct. 15

82-316

$1,745

1,018 Sq. Ft.

Nov. 13

82-301

$1,745

1,018 Sq. Ft.

Nov. 18

Kalmia Large

$1,445 - $1,495

2 Beds, 1 Bath

, 825 Sq. Ft.

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Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

22-202

$1,495

825 Sq. Ft.

Nov. 11

22-306

$1,445

825 Sq. Ft.

Dec. 2

Magnolia

$1,475

2 Beds, 1 Bath

, 863 Sq. Ft.

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1 Available Unit

Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

06-209

$1,475

863 Sq. Ft.

Nov. 13

Oak

$1,520

2 Beds, 1 Bath

, 986 Sq. Ft.

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Unit

Price

Sq. Ft.

Available

02-312

$1,520

986 Sq. Ft.

Nov. 18

Nut Pine

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2 Beds, 1.5 Baths

, 952 Sq. Ft.

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Kalmia Medium

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2 Beds, 1 Bath

, 770 Sq. Ft.

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Kalmia Small

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2 Beds, 1 Bath

, 739 Sq. Ft.

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Lilac Small

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2 Beds, 1.5 Baths

, 795 Sq. Ft.

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Lilac Large

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2 Beds, 1.5 Baths

, 832 Sq. Ft.

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Redwood

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3 Beds, 2 Baths

, 1,215 Sq. Ft.

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Sycamore

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3 Beds, 2 Baths

, 1,666 Sq. Ft.

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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. 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

7 - 8 Month Leases

Property Information

Built in 1975
418 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

Holding Deposit

$100
Application Fee Per Applicant

$25

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

BBQ/Picnic Area with Gas Grills
Bike Racks in Underground Garage
Convenient Access to Bus Lines
Dishwasher In Select Homes
Elevators in every building
Kayak Rack
Many price points to fit any budget
Minutes from UW and MATC Campuses
Next door to Tenney Park on Yahara River
Off Street Parking
Oversized Windows with Coverings included
Pass-through kitchens make it easy to entertain
Patio or Balcony In Select Homes
Plenty of closet space
Professionally Landscaped Grounds
Spacious Apartment Homes
Stackable Washers & Dryers In Select Homes
Terrific location just east of downtown Madison
Wired for High-speed Internet and Cable

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning
Balcony
Cable Ready
Carpet
Dining Room
Dishwasher
Disposal
High Speed Internet Access
Intercom
Kitchen
Large Bedrooms
Linen Closet
Oven
Pantry
Patio
Range
Refrigerator
Satellite TV
Storage Space
Tub/Shower
Views
Walk-In Closets
Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
Window Coverings

Community Features

24 Hour Access
Clubhouse
Controlled Access
Courtyard
Dog Park
Elevator
Fitness Center
Garages
Grill
Income Restricted
Laundry Facilities
Maintenance on site
Meal Service
Package Service
Pet Play Area
Picnic Area
Playground
Pool
Property Manager on Site
Public Transportation
Recycling
Renters Insurance Program
Short Term Lease
Storage Space
Sundeck
Walking/Biking Trails

Map of Rivers Edge Apartments

Area Scores

Walkability

Fairly walkable

Transit

Some public transit

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable

Bikeability

Very bikeable

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Active

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Transit

Airport

Dane County Regional/Truax Field

6 min Drive

Moving to Sherman Terrace, Madison, WI

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Rivers Edge Apartments proximity to Fordem Ave Center, Lakewood Plaza, and Third Lake Market. Fordem Ave Center is 0.2 miles away, and Lakewood Plaza is within a 21 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 50, Rivers Edge Apartments 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 Rivers Edge Apartments are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3 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 Rivers Edge Apartments.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

Marquette Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

Lapham Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

Winnequah School

Grades PK-5

Public

Hamilton Middle

Grades 6-8

Public

O'keeffe Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

East High School

Grades 9-12

Public

West High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Monona Grove High

Grades 9-12

Public

Edgewood High School Of The Sacred Heart

Grades 9-12

Private

The Keystone School

Grades 6-12

Private

Operation Fresh Start

Grades K-12

Private

St. Charles Inc Dane County

Grades K-12

Private

Colleges and Universities

School	Commute Time (Distance)
Madison Area Technical College	Drive: 7 min (3.5 mi)
Edgewood University	Drive: 13 min (4.5 mi)
University of Wisconsin	Drive: 13 min (4.6 mi)
Herzing University	Drive: 15 min (6.7 mi)

About Rivers Edge Apartments

With beautiful grounds, expansive layouts and convenient amenities and features, River's Edge gives you plenty of reasons to breathe easy! From the minute you're handed the keys to your new apartment, you'll enjoy privileges to a living experience… that has all the qualities you've been looking for across a wide variety of studio, one, two and three bedroom floor plans. We're just minutes from UW and MATC campuses, next door to Tenney Park and just east of downtown. River's Edge is a pet-friendly community that keeps you close to everything the city has to offer.Discover how affordable modern living can be at our apartments in Madison, WI – contact us today!

With beautiful grounds, expansive layouts and convenient amenities and features, River's Edge gives you plenty of reasons to breathe easy! From the minute you're handed the keys to your new apartment, you'll enjoy privileges to a living experience that has all the qualities you've been looking for across a wide variety of studio, one, two and three bedroom floor plans. We're just minutes from UW and MATC campuses, next door to Tenney Park and just east of downtown. River's Edge is a pet-friendly community that keeps you close to everything the city has to offer.Discover how affordable modern living can be at our apartments in Madison, WI – contact us today!

Rivers Edge Apartments is an apartment community in Madison, WI

Contact

Property Address:

1614 Fordem Ave,
Madison, WI 53704

Phone Number: (608) 688-9159

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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 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Renter Reviews

For Rivers Edge Apartments

4.1

28 Ratings & Reviews

4/25/26

Great location

The area is perfect if you love nature and want to be close to everything you need from restaurants to shopping. Maintenance is amazing.. so fast and prompt- totally recommend this place

Review from Apartments.com

Property Manager at Rivers Edge Apartments responded to this review

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you’re enjoying the natural surroundings and convenient location—truly the best of both worlds. It’s also wonderful to hear our maintenance team has made such a positive impression with… their prompt service. We appreciate your recommendation and are so glad to have you as part of our Rivers Edge community!
5/27/25

Could be worse, I guess.

Parking is awful. Guests get the same parking privileges as people who pay to park here, so there’s odds of actually getting to park near my door on any given evening is very low. My kids and I often have to walk pretty far, and when we have things to carry it’s worse. I had to buy a wagon just for shopping trips because I never know if I’ll get a reasonable spot.
The bugs are terrible. I often have centipedes and spiders. Generally once a day or so I’ll have to deal with something crawling… around.
The buildings smells bad and the carpet in my apartment is impossible to deodorize.
There are birds living in my A/C unit so I’m usually afraid to turn it on in the warmer months.
Kids like to run across the parking lot so you have to be very careful driving.
On the plus side, rent is lower than most places. The staff in the office are friendly and quick to respond to things. It’s nice having two pools when they are open.
Overall, it’s been an okay place to live as a single mom, but I am very much looking forward to finding something nicer when my lease is up.

Review from Apartments.com

Property Manager at Rivers Edge Apartments responded to this review

"Dear Anonymous. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback—we truly appreciate hearing from our residents. We're sorry to learn of the concerns you've experienced. Please know that we can only address issues such as the pest… concern or the air conditioning if we're made aware of them, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We've promptly shared your comments with our on-site team, and we've been informed that they have already reached out to you to begin resolving the matter.
Parking is limited, and that is why we limit the number of guest parking passes issued per day. Parking is on a first-come, first-served basis. However, if you are interested in a reserved spot that is close to your building, please reach out to the office to discuss paying for a spot in the garage.
Should you need any further assistance, please don’t hesitate to let us know at residentserviceWI@monarchinvestment.com. We’re here to help and want to ensure your comfort.
4/8/25

Maintenence at Rivers Edge, Madison is the BEST!

Prompt, knowledgable, friendly. Couldn't ask for better service for our cozy apartment here in Madison. Thanks John, Adam and all!

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Property Manager at Rivers Edge Apartments responded to this review

Hello Anonymous. Thank you so much for the positive feedback. We're through the roof with smiles knowing the many reasons you love calling Rivers Edge your home. Our knowledgeable and dedicated team is here for you, and we're happy knowing we hit the… mark. Thank you for being so kind and helping to share the word with others.
4/1/25

Perfect Madison Experience

The location of this apartments is what initially sold me. Tenney park right around the corner, perfect for families and pets, walking, gorgeous runs, ice skating in the winter. Bus stop near by, the chocolate shoppe also right there, and biking distance from the capital. I would stay here forever but life is taking me else-where. I also felt it was in a very safe part of Madison if that is in your concerns. The staff are great, recognized me every time I went to pickup a package even though I'm… not the most social. All maintenance requests were taken care of quickly! I highly recommend Rivers Edge Apartments!!!

Review from Apartments.com

Property Manager at Rivers Edge Apartments responded to this review

Hey Anonymous! We can't thank you enough for sharing your wonderful experience at River's Edge! It truly means the world to us. We couldn’t agree more—the location is fantastic, with shopping and public transportation just around the corner. Our team… takes great pride in creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere, and we’re overjoyed to hear that you feel right at home. If there’s ever anything we can do to make your experience even better, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re always here for you!
9/27/24

Great location, calm safe community

A gem in madison! I live in a perfect little 1b with a nice kitchen, in unit laundry, and a little patio. Right on the bus line and adjacent to Tenney park, too!

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Property Manager at Rivers Edge Apartments responded to this review

Thank you for choosing our Rivers Edge community and for sharing your experience with others! It’s always our pleasure to provide a home where our community members can continually fall in love, and we’re so glad to hear that we are exceeding your… expectations. We look forward to hearing more about how you enjoy our convenient Madison, WI, location!