522 E Main St, Madison, WI 53703
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OFF MARKET

522 E Main St
Madison, WI 53703

Capitol
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 760 sqft
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 760 sqft

Home Highlights

Property Type
Apartment
Living Area
760 sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 522 E Main St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Welcome to 522 E Main, a charming and historic two-bedroom, one-bath apartment in the heart of downtown Madison. This spacious unit features classic hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and oversized windows that bring in abundant natural light. The layout includes a large living area, two comfortable bedrooms, and a full bath, blending historic character with everyday functionality.

Convenience is built in with on-site laundry facilities, available off-street parking, and easy access to public transportation right outside your door. You'll also enjoy being steps away from downtown shops, dining, and entertainment, with the bike path nearby for weekend rides or daily commutes. Plus, our 24/7 maintenance team is always available to keep things worry-free.

Don't miss this opportunity to live in a historic downtown setting with modern comfort. Available Septembe, schedule a tour today!
522 E Main St, Madison, WI 53703 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 760 sqft apartment in Capitol. It last sold for $1,283,000 on Aug 29, 2025 (85,719% above the $1,495 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2025 with an asking price of $1,795 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 10, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,986/month.

Home Details for 522 E Main St

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For DetailsAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Comparable Sales for 522 E Main St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
404 S Blount St #204, Madison, WI
0.26
Apartment
$600,000
06/16/26
2
2
1,130 sqft
930 E Dayton St #1, Madison, WI
0.51
Apartment
$415,000
04/21/26
2
1
850 sqft
1111 E Johnson St, Madison, WI
0.71
Apartment
$750,000
12/29/25
1
1
700 sqft
418 W Doty St, Madison, WI
0.74
Apartment
$610,000
12/30/25
3
1
952 sqft
415 S Few St, Madison, WI
0.81
Apartment
$825,000
03/26/26
1
1
1,000 sqft
1108 E Johnson St, Madison, WI
0.73
Apartment
$471,000
05/22/26
2
1
1,984 sqft
205 N Few St, Madison, WI
0.81
Apartment
$568,000
06/23/26
2
1
2,414 sqft
24 Sherman Ter #6, Madison, WI
1.40
Apartment
$145,000
09/02/25
2
1
852 sqft
112 Proudfit St, Madison, WI
1.15
Apartment
$630,000
07/06/26
4
2
1,382 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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Neighborhood Overview

Capitol
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What Locals Say about Capitol

At least 54 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 85 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 81 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 68 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 55 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 45 % Say car is needed

  • 43 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 42 % Say parking is easy

  • 42 % Say there's wildlife

  • 42 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 34 % Say it's quiet

  • 31 % Say there are community events

  • 20 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 16 % Say kids play outside

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  • Lkeillorcollins
    "Have lived downtown for 10 years. Love it. So much to do, restaurants, entertainment. The lakes. Easy access to public transportation. "
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  • Nicholas Vest
    "I don’t see as many families in the new multi-level apartment buildings (the high rises). There are some families living downtown, but they might be in condos. The west and east sides outside the square and campus housing have many more families. Downtown is great for the children’s museum, farmers market, and monona terrace has live music, etc. sometimes. Outside of the square, there are nice parks for kids and families with play sets and beaches."
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  • Jillian S.
    "Living downtown is great! Walking distance to almost everything and beautiful old trees and houses. "
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  • Trulia User
    "College kids everywhere, and also government employees, politicians and young professionals. It’s an interesting mix that’s for sure."
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  • Kilee R.
    "This is still really a big college neighborhood. Though there are more families here than elsewhere, it still gives off college vibes"
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  • linda G
    " I love we're I live people are friendly helpful .I've lived here for 19 years love it here it's close to grocery store has stations in walking distance also close to bus stop the school is closed very good school .people are so nice and caring I actually sleep with door unlocked many times how often can you do that in other places I feel very safe here . "
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  • Natasha O.
    "Lots of friendly dogs walking in the downtown area. Close to dog parks. Very close to a dog park with trash receptacles. "
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  • Madelinefritz
    "Close to Bars and restaurants. Close to the lake path. Not close to quality grocery stores. Mosquitos and spiders are plentiful in this area. Housing Prices way too high."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 10, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,495
Sep 23, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,495
Price decreased by 4%
Sep 20, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,550
Price decreased by 3%
Sep 17, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,595
Price decreased by 11%
Sep 5, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,795

Frequently asked questions about 522 E Main St

  • What is the price history for 522 E Main St?
    522 E Main St in Madison, WI last sold for $1,283,000 in August 2025.
  • Is Madison a buyer's or seller's market?
    Madison is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Madison?
    The median sale price in Madison is $427K. That is up $3.33K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the Capitol neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Capitol neighborhood in Madison, WI as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Capitol, Madison.

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