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Featured Apartments in Middleton, WI
Orchid Knoll
Great views of Lake Mendota...Newer property, quiet community...Easy commute to the Capitol.
Middleton WI, 53562
Overlook Pointe
FREE HEAT & WATER! Quiet setting next to Lake Mendota. Dogs & Cats Allowed! (with restrictions)
Middleton WI, 53562
Springtree Apartments
Open 6 days a week! We provide FREE access to our NEW FITNESS CENTER & WI-FI LOUNGE! We offer NEWLY REMODLED APTS!! The BEST PRICES in town have just become better. We have many Unique Floorplans To Choose From...Comfort And Convenience Await...Peaceful Atmosphere, & a Prime Location all in one!...Come see why we have received Awards of Excellence for our superior customer service. Let us make your life a little easier for you. You can even pay your rent online!
Middleton WI, 53562
The Brittany
Secluded locaton...remodeled one and two bedroom apartments...outdoor heated pool and fitness center...
Middleton WI, 53562
Highland Ridge
Quiet Location...Overlooking Pheasant Branch Nature Conservancy...Relaxed Setting, City Conveniences...
Middleton WI, 53562

Middleton, WI
Overview of Middleton
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.
Living in Middleton, WI
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.
Middleton Work and Study
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.
Rentals in Middleton, WI and Cost of Living
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 Attractions and Special Events
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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