The Surf

661 Mendota Ct, Madison, WI 53703

Last Updated: 2 Wks Ago
(7)
Monthly Rent
$775 - $2,100
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Bedrooms
Studio - 2
Bathrooms
1 - 2
Sq. Ft.
225 - 1,000 sq ft

Pricing and Floor Plans

Studio

$1,450
Studio, 1 Bath
225 Sq. Ft.
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1 Available Unit
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
661-603
$1,450
225
Now

One Bedroom

$1,800 - $2,100
1 Bed, 1 Bath
650 Sq. Ft.
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Available Now

Two Bedroom - Shared Bedroom

$800
2 Beds, 2 Baths
1,000 Sq. Ft.
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1 Available Unit
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
661-202
$800
1,000
Now

Two Bedroom - Shared Bedroom

$775
2 Beds, 1 Bath
960 Sq. Ft.
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Available Now
* 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 Months

Property Information

  • Built in 1969
  • 83 units13 stories

Fees & Policies

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

  • Other
  • Surface Lot
  • Guest Parking

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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Drive Time
Walk Time
Bike Ride Time
Public Transit

Property Highlights

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

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Deck
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Dock
  • Freezer
  • Furnished
  • Granite Countertops
  • Heating

Community Features

  • Clubhouse
  • Controlled Access
  • Courtyard
  • Dock
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Center
  • Furnished Units Available
  • Grill
  • Lake Access
  • Laundry Facilities

Map of The Surf

Area Scores

Walkability

Fairly walkable

Transit

Limited public transit

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable

Bikeability

Fairly bikeable

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Active

Scores provided by

Transit

Airport

Dane County Regional/Truax Field

13 min Drive

Dane County Regional

Moving to Downtown Madison, Madison, WI

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate The Surf proximity to 449 State and The Gateway. 449 State is 0.7 miles away, and The Gateway is within a 25 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 30, The Surf has limited public transit, including 2 transit stops within 38.9 miles. Transit options include Columbus Amtrak Station and Portage.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The Surf are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.1 miles, including Ice Age National Scenic Trail, UW Zoological Museum, and Washburn Observatory.

Airports

Living in Downtown Madison provides easy access to Dane County Regional/Truax Field, located just 13 minutes from The Surf.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 9 out of 10

Randall Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

Lowell Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

Not rated

Franklin Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 8 out of 10

Hamilton Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

Not rated

St James Catholic School

Grades PK-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 9 out of 10

West High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

The Keystone School

Grades 6-12

Private

Not rated

Metro School

Grades K-12

Public

Not rated

K12 International Academy

Grades K-12

Private

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GreatSchools

Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Edgewood University Drive: 6 min (2.4 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)

About The Surf

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 in Madison, WI

Contact

Property Address:
661 Mendota Ct,
Madison, WI 53703
Phone Number: (608) 602-4585
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Office Hours
  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed

Renter Reviews

For The Surf

2.1

7 Ratings & Reviews

  • 6/23/26

    Mary is the GOAT

    When I moved in, the manage company was someone else, now is only Mary. She manage everything super well and she is very nice and kind! This place has really nice view, I have lived here for almost 3 years, everything is very good so far.

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