Middleton Apartments and Rentals

According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, Middleton, Wisconsin's population was just 17,442 in 2012. This small-town suburb of Madison is famous throughout the region for its charm, convenience and excellent public school district. Located just eight miles from Madison' breathtaking capitol building, Middleton is known for its convenience, charm and desirability.

Those searching for Middleton apartments for rent will be happy to discover the town's charm and variety of landscapes. From historic downtown Middleton to the modern shopping district of Greenway Station, the town boasts both vintage charm and modern feel. Because it also backs up onto the outskirts of the Madison area, many Middleton residents enjoy a rural way of life.

Middleton residents claim that they enjoy the best of both worlds: a small-town way of life within 10 miles of a large city. Middleton has been heralded as a desirable community for years. In 2007, Middleton was named CNN/Money Magazine's No. 1 Best Place to Live. It remains a top competitor on the list to this day; in 2011, it was rated No. 8.

Middleton's historic downtown offers boutique charm, while Greenway Station gives suburbia-lovers a dose of modern convenience. Middleton's renowned community bike trail system allows residents to bike from neighborhood to neighborhood, though parks and around the Pleasant Branch Conservatory.

The New Urbanist community Middleton Hills is also located in Middleton, offering those who are so inclined the opportunity to live in a walkable neighborhood with front porches and Frank Lloyd Wright-style homes. Middleton Hills is credited as being the first New Urbanist neighborhood in Wisconsin.

Although the Middleton doesn't offer any colleges or universities within its city limits, the University of Wisconsin - Madison is located near the state capitol just 5 miles away. UW - Madison enrolls about 37,000 full-time students each year, and the university itself employs 16,000 faculty and staff.

While many Middleton residents commute to Madison and nearby suburban Verona for work, Middleton itself is home to a variety of companies. American Girl has its headquarters in Middleton, as do Springs Window Fashions and Electronic Theater Controls.

Those searching for Middleton rentals will be happy to learn that the median gross rent in Middleton is only $805. With such affordable rental costs, Middleton is a fabulous deal within the Madison area. Rental housing types in Middleton can range from one-bedroom lofts to single-family homes, which is important to consider when anticipating a monthly rent budget.

The cost of living in Middleton, according to the cost of living index, is 1.3 percent below the national average. If renters plan on commuting to Madison for work, they will want to factor commuting costs into their budgets.

Middleton's quirkiest attraction remains the National Mustard Museum. Originally located in rural Mount Horeb, the National Mustard Museum moved to Middleton in 2009. The museum has been featured on the Oprah Winfrey Show, The Food Network and HGTV's "The Good Life."

All quirkiness aside, Middleton is home to numerous parks, picturesque neighborhoods and historic architecture. Its proximity to UW - Madison allows residents to attend Big Ten sporting games. Madison's architecturally stunning capitol building, where events like concerts, farmers markets and more take place throughout the year, is also located just 10 miles from Middleton.

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