2017 Housing Guide by The Badger Herald

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When deciding where to live in Madison, the options can be overwhelming for University of Wisconsin students. Fortunately every neighborhood — or even street — carries its own distinct air. This map provides a breakdown of the aesthetic of every neighborhood, plus nearby bus routes and places to get food and drinks. Union South

Camp Randall Breese/Randall Vibes: There is nothing quite like the area surrounding Camp Randall, particularly in the fall as hordes of red-and-white swarm around kegs in anticipation for a Badger football game. Living in arguably the heart of one of college’s best gameday towns may be a tough sell for humanities majors — a far walk from the east side — but its proximity to Trader Joe’s is another story. Food/Drink: QQ’s, Mickie’s Dairy Bar Nearby bus routes: 3, 6, 58, 80, 82

South/Regent Vibes: Home of the affectionately termed “sophomore slums,” this Badger-friendly realm may lack immediate character, but excels as the center of everything. Students may not see anyone but Millennials for an entire academic year in this Badger hovel, but the shenanigans can make good stories for the grandkids. Food/Drink: Greenbush Bakery, Indie Coffee Nearby bus routes: 4, 6, 13, 27, 44, 48, 80

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Mansion Hill/Gilman Langdon

Vibes: Tucked away in a historical neighborhood where the houses often hail from the 1800s, this under-appreciated corner has it all just minutes away: the ever-partying Langdon Street — and quick fairway to campus — on the street over; Lake Mendota and its glorious sunsets; State Street easily accessible, but just distanced enough that its constant bustle won’t disturb any light sleepers; and lastly, beautiful older architecture.

Vibes: Eclectic estates housing UW’s Greek life and offering some of Madison’s best architecture, particularly as the fall sleeves cover sidewalks. Other than clogged sidewalks on weekends and rush week, it’s a pleasant winding strip close to campus and Lake Mendota. Food/Drink: Mainly anything on State Street, but make sure to get yourself a late night sandwich at MacTaggarts Market

Food/Drink: Los Gemelos, The Plaza Tavern, Tres Amigos

Nearby bus routes: 81, 82

Nearby bus routes: 4, 6, 10, 28, 81

State Capitol State Street Vibes: Though some worry the historic street is becoming a “food court,” it still exhibits plenty of charm and offerings for students craving a truly bustling downtown atmosphere. From luxury apartments like the Hub to less pricey options, living in Madison’s downtown metropolis can be accessible for any budget.

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Food/Drink: INFINITE, but local favorites are State Street Brats, Collectivo, Ian’s Pizza, Five Guys, Chipotle, Kabul, Short Stack Nearby bus routes: 2, 3, 4, 6, 12, 14, 15, 29, 58, 70, 71, 72

Mifflin Bassett Vibes: Perpendicular to main drag Washington Avenue and tucked between campus and Lake Monona, Bassett offers a welcome divergence from the collegiate atmosphere. While a bit farther away from campus, the brisk walk can be a welcome jaunt after a long day of power lectures. Food/Drink: Bassett Street Brunch Club, Maharani Indian Restaurant

Vibes: As the annual Mifflin Block Party officially makes its comeback, the animal houses of this infamous street are also bumpin’ with their fair share of trap queens and solo cups. But, other than its rowdy reputation, it can serve as a great home for extroverted or introverted Badgers. Food/Drink: Cento, Cap Centre, your neighbor’s party Nearby bus routes: 82

Nearby bus routes: 1, 5, 10, 19, 27, 38, 47, 75, 82

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Leasing Options

For over 35 years, Steve Brown Apartments has set the standard for hassle-free campus living. As Madison’s skyline fills in, we’re still the only owner who understands that where you live isn’t just about amenities and looks; it’s also about understanding your needs and treating you with respect, dignity, and care. Hassle-Free Our Student Choice™ apartments include utilities, high-speed Internet, furniture, and even laundry in a simple, flat facilities fee. Plus, you’ll get an individual lease (some with a semester or academic term option) where you’re only responsible for your portion of

the rent, and by-the-bed pricing with rates as low as $525 for a single or $400 for a double. See them all at stevebrownapts.com/studentchoice Short-Term Leases The Regent offers a standard, Academic Term lease that runs from August to May. Why pay for month’s you’re not here? A limited number of much coveted fall-only leases are available –great for December graduates and students who study abroad. Learn more at liveatregent.com. Share and Save Lucky is the only large-scale luxury high-

Now leasing Madison’s premiere dorm for 2017!! Sitting on both sides of North Frances Street, The Towers and Statesider have a great location on State Street close to campus. 6• badgerherald.com • September 28, 2017

rise tower that didn’t skimp when it came to bedroom size. 90% of our bedrooms are 120 sq. ft. or larger and our average bedroom size is 12′ x 12′. Compare that to the 9′ x 9′ bedrooms at similar properties. With Lucky you can double upanywhere and save. See the difference at liveatlucky.com. Sign now to experience The Steve Brown Way™– from an efficient renting process to hassle-free daily life, we guarantee quality housing and exceptional service. www.SteveBrownApts.com•608-255-7100 Studio to 8 Bedroom Apartments & Houses

Recently renovated from top to bottom, The Towers on State offers upgraded amenities, including exercise facilities, free printing, a free coffee bar, movie theater, and study rooms. All individual apartments are fullyfurnished and include free Internet, cable, heat and air conditioning. Select units also include washing and drying. Premier Student Living. With fully-furnished units and modern finishes, The Towers has multiple layouts that combine luxury and style with convenience. Unbeatable Location! Only one block from campus, the Towers offers the best access to restaurants, entertainment, nightlife and boutique shopping. 502 N. Frances St. Madison, WI 53703 608.257.0701

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Returning to University Residence Halls in 2018-19 If you could live somewhere next year that cooks and cleans for you, includes all utilities, comes furnished, is close to your classes, offers a flexible lease, can help with student jobs and career planning, and is full of friendly Badgers, would you be interested? You wouldn’t be alone. Every year, many students choose the benefits of living in University Residence Halls for their second year and beyond University Residence

Tallard Apartments LLC is a family-owned business specializing in leasing UW Madison Campus Area Apartments and houses. Owner managed by local Madison families for over 30 years, Tallard Apartments takes a hands on approach maintaining their properties. Currently offering over 100 different locations near UW Madison, to include Camp Randall Area, University Heights, Kohl Center, Downtown, Vilas, and the Edgewood College area. We specialize in large group

Halls offer convenience and opportunities that you can’t find off-campus. Choices range from groups of up to 20 friends living together to a private single room, with options for lakefront views, air conditioning, walk-in closets, rooms with private bathrooms, and more. Popular options for returners include Ogg, Adams (featuring the International Learning Community and nine language houses), Merit, Davis, Dejope and Waters

Students who live in University Housing earn better grades and graduate sooner than those who live off-campus, thanks to academic resources, support, and the conveniences that save you time for studying, relaxing, or having fun. You’ll never get another chance to live in the full UW experience among your fellow Badgers, so make the most of your college life and the opportunities right at your doorstep in University Residence Halls.

Madison Property Management has apartments, houses, and flats for rent all over the campus and downtown area. From high rises near State St. and Camp Randall to 6+ bedroom houses near Regent St. and James Madison Park, MPM has the variety you need when

choosing where to live. Call our leasing agents at 608-251-8777, tell us about your perfect rental, and let us do the work to find your perfect home for next fall! Ask us how you can play pong for prizes up to $500 in value!

rentals, offering many very large houses. A larger group of tenants in a single unit typically results in rent savings on a per person basis when compared to a smaller group of tenants in a smaller unit. Unlike most of the high rise and multi-unit apartment buildings, many of our properties have porches, balconies, yards, decks, basements and sometimes usable attics. Tallard Apartments does not have an “August 10th-14th moveout date.” Unlike most other campus area property managers

our lease starts and ends on August 15th. After all you are paying for a full year of rent! We offer 24 HR service with an experienced full time staff for your maintenance requests. We work hard to meet and exceed your expectations. Tallard Apartments also offers off street and garage parking at locations near UW Madison campus to include downtown, The Kohl Center area, and Near Edgewood College. Call us, we are ready to help you with your apartment and parking needs!

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J Michael Real Estate brings students a wide range of properties in the Langdon, Camp Randall, and Vilas areas. From one to five bedroom apartments, to seven bedroom houses, J Michael strives to bring a higher level of customer service to its residents. Its two-story penthouse apartments at 619 Langdon St. should be noted as top of the line living spaces, as well as 614 Langdon St. penthouse apartments, which offer balconies with impressive views of Madison. Website: jmichaelrealestate. com Phone: (608) 233-4440 1-7 bedrooms Locations: Langdon, Camp Randall, Vilas and Monroe areas

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Now leasing Madison’s premiere dorm for 2017!! Sitting on both sides of North Frances Street, The Towers and Statesider have a great location on State Street close to campus. The Statesider is equipped with exercise facilities, free printing, a free coffee bar, movie theater, and study rooms. All individual apartments are fully-furnished and include free Internet, cable, heat and air conditioning. Select units also include washing and drying. Ultimate Dorm Living. The Statesider provides luxury housing for students looking for the convenience of a dorm. Residents enjoy brand-new, fully-upgraded resident lounge areas, common area kitchens, study lounges, and more. Live Your Style. Choose from two or four-person layouts with fully-furnished rooms and private bathrooms. The Statesider’s long list of modern amenities make it an extraordinary place to call home. Ideal State Street Location. Just one block from campus, the Statesider offers the best access to restaurants, entertainment, nightlife and boutique shopping. 505 N. Frances St. Madison, WI 53703 608.256.7070

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You’re going to love it here.® Walk to class - and everything else when you live at The James! The best location. Stay-fit amenities. Tools that help you make the grade. And community events that keep you connected with friends. All make The James the premier student housing choice at The University of Wisconsin. Get the lifestyle you want with our fully furnished apartments with private bedroom and bathroom floor plan options, 24-hour, state-of-the-art fitness center and Academic Success Center! Plus, our professional on-site management and staff dedicated to serving your needs and helping you enjoy your college experience at UW

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New parking ordinance to restrict moped accessibility As students remain hesitant to comply with parking fines, city officials expect decline in moped use by Avery Aurand City Editor

Madison City Council passed an ordinance in early August tightening moped regulations to create more public walking space on campus and downtown. Currently, mopeds carry the same set of rules as bicycles. Riders can park the vehicles at bike racks and on sidewalks as long as they do not obstruct walkways, said Sabrina Tolley, the city’s assistant parking utility manager. Starting Jan. 1, 2018, mopeds will be categorized as motorcycles and can no longer be parked on public sidewalks or terraces, Ald. Zach Wood, District 8 said. Those who violate the ordinance will be issued a $60 fine. But, Wood said there will be “a number of benefits” all over Madison.

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“The sidewalks will be more open, which will be safer, and there will be less pollution,” Wood said. “Plus, it will be easier to park a bicycle.” After the ordinance goes into effect, mopeds will be allowed to park in any legal on-street parking space, Tolley said. At these metered spaces, up to three mopeds can park in a single standard auto stall. A standard auto stall charges $2.00 per hour, but spaces specifically designed for mopeds have an hourly rate of $1.00, Tolley said. Currently, there are ten moped/motorcycleonly spots, Tolley said. To compensate for the ordinance, the City of Madison plans to add fourteen new spaces — all of which should be completed by the end of the summer. In addition to street parking spots, there will be designated moped spaces in all of the city-owned parking garages, Tolley said. The University of

Wisconsin will also has the capacity to increase the number of moped parking spaces on campus if there is an increased demand. “I wouldn’t be surprised if moped usage would decrease, however we can be responsive to demands,” Wood said. Property owners in certain zoning districts can apply to establish moped parking areas on the terrace, the space between the sidewalk and the curb or on their property, Tolley said. These areas would be specifically marked, and the property owner’s responsibility. Residents would also be eligible to purchase a residential parking permit for their moped, Tolley said. UW sophomore Sara Zimmerman has owned a moped for a year on campus, but is now reconsidering her usage of the vehicle upon hearing the new legislation.

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Ian’s Pizza Everyone remembers they’re first slice of Ian’s mac and cheese pizza, whether it was with their parents or guardians, or blacked out after a drinking too much at a freshman party. Ok, scratch that, not everyone remembers their first slice of Ian’s pizza. But what people might not remember about Ian’s is they are so much more than just mac and cheese slices. They also offer gourmet slices that rotate on a monthly basis, such as an Eggplant Parm slice that tastes just like someone’s, not my, grandma used to make. Plus, from the exterior the pad on top of Ian’s on Frances St. looks like a really sweet suite.

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Espresso Royale

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Espresso Royale, located in two separate locations on State Street, is the perfect alternative to the routine Starbucks run. You may be looking to crank out a paper, meet a friend to study or catch up on some pleasure reading. Either way, this café is the place to be. Not only does it open early for those desperate to fulfill their caffeine needs, but it stays open until midnight for those willing to slam an espresso shot to pull the necessary all-nighter. While the café is a chain, its environment will transport you to your local coffee shop at home. It may not have two stories like Colectivo or Starbucks, but the intimacy within makes you feel welcome. With a friendly and efficient staff, you feel inclined to return after the first trip.

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Colectivo & Glaze

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Aside from having seemingly every amenity possible (an infinity pool, c’mon) those who live at The Hub also enjoy living above many kinds of restaurants. Colectivo offers great coffee in the cutest little cups, and also offers the perfectly aestheticized space for studying. Glaze Teriyaki, on the other hand, offers a gourmet fast-casual version of asian-inspired cuisines. This isn’t even to mention the new Salad’s Up restaurant opening soon as well.

Dough Baby Opening up just last year on the 500 block of State Street, Dough Baby offers a variety of delicious items sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. The bakery — run by girl (power) trio Kristine Miller, Kathryn Gullickson and Hannah Ancona —uses only organic and local ingredient, baking fresh items every day. From donuts and cookie sandwiches to pies, mini cakes, bars, brownies and more, this shop offers yummy pastries at an afforable price.

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