1015 E Gorham St, Madison, WI 53703
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1015 E Gorham St, Madison, WI 53703

Tenney-Lapham
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Single-Family Home
No Pets
Dishwasher
Washer, Dryer
$1,695 deposit

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Room Description

Charming Standalone House near Tenney Park & Lake Mendota Private Yard, Porch & In-Unit Laundry!

Description:

Enjoy complete privacy and zero shared walls in this efficient, standalone single-family home on East Gorham Street just one block from Lake Mendota, Tenney Park, and minutes from Downtown Madison, UW, and MATC!

Layout & Comfort (710 sq. ft. See Floor Plan in Photos):

Private Detached Home: Standalone house with no shared walls, shared hallways, or upstairs neighbors.

Versatile Layout: 1 Primary Bedroom, 1 Full Bath, Living Room, plus a Office ideal for a comfortable single occupant or a cozy setup for two.

Clean & Allergen-Free Environment: No-pet policy to ensure a pet-dander-free home for current and future residents.

Property Highlights & Recent Upgrades:

Upgraded Interior: Original hardwood floors, new LVP flooring, updated kitchen and bath with ample cabinetry, and energy-efficient double-pane windows.

Comfort & Efficiency: Completely re-insulated for warm, cozy winters and low MG&E bills.

In-Unit Laundry & Storage: Washer and dryer in the basement, plus dry basement storage with space for kayaks, bikes, and gear.

Outdoor Living: Elevated front porch set back on a hill for privacy from Gorham Street, plus a back patio, private yard with space for a garden, and easy lake access for launching kayaks.

Utilities & Parking: Water and sewer utilities included in rent! Easy residential street parking directly out front.

Lease Terms & Details:

Rent: $1,695/month (Water & Sewer Included). Security deposit is 1 month's rent.

Flexible Lease Options: Available for immediate move-in. Short-term lease options (6 or 8 months) or an initial lease running through August 14, 2027 (with option to renew).

Policies: Strict No Pets policy. No smoking inside. Tenant handles lawn care, trash, and sidewalk snow removal (push mower & shovel provided).

Management & Application: Locally owned and managed. Background check, credit report, and rental references required.

Showings: Available afternoons, evenings, and weekends. Reply directly to this ad to schedule a tour!

Water and Sewer is included in rent. Tenant is responsible for Gas and Electric (MG&E) bill. Tenants maintain yard & terrace during the summer, snow/sidewalk during the winter and putting out trash and recycle cans during pickup days. No smoking in the house clause.

Sorry, No Pets allowed ....

Housemate Description

Current Housemates: N/A
Current Pets: N/A
Preferred New Housemate: N/A
Listed by: Property Owner

Details for 1015 E Gorham St

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1874
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 6 monthDeposit: $1,695

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood
Room & Shared Space
Room is not furnished

Policies and fees

Pet policy

Dogs
Not allowed
Cats
Not allowed
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What Locals Say about Tenney-Lapham

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  • 95 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 94 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 77 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 69 % Say parking is easy

  • 58 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say car is needed

  • 40 % Say there are community events

  • 39 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 38 % Say kids play outside

  • 37 % Say there's wildlife

  • 36 % Say it's quiet

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    "The environment is welcoming and calm. I love to walk to the grocery store and watch the field games from my apartment."
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    "There’s a bodega 3 times a year at the Breese Stevens field where they sell lots of interesting stuff."
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    "There’s good public transportation and is not far from anywhere in Madison. It is downtown so close to things."
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  • Gabrielle A.
    "Rough. 40 mins in rush hour (work in Verona but love living downtown/near east side). Willing to make the commute for walkability and lake access/charm in area."
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    "Close to lake, well-kept homes, clean, in between 2 parks, near up-and-coming east Washington/breese Stevens field, close to b-cycle station, little crime activity, walking distance to downtown."
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  • Katie
    " My commute to work is no big deal and has never presented an issue as I do not have to use the beltline to get to work "
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    "There are many dogs around and plenty of great parks to take them too. First is James Madison and then the Locks by Tenney-Lapham Park. "
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    "It’s not only located in the Heart of downtown Madison but it’s also right off the bike path and steps away from James Madison park. "
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1015 E Gorham St, Madison, WI is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 706 sqft single-family home built in 1874. 1015 E Gorham St is located in Tenney-Lapham, Madison. 1015 E Gorham St was listed for rent for $1,695/month on Jun 3, 2026.