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    Apartment for rent
  • $1,995/mo

    Fees may apply

    3130 James St, Madison, WI 53714

    2beds
    850sqft

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    Apartment
    Available now
    Cats, dogs OK
    Shared laundry
    Contact manager for more details about this home.

    What's special

    New solid-core craftsman-style doorsQuartz countertopsSoft close doorsFreshly refinished hardwood floorsSoft-close kitchen cabinetsUpdated electrical modern fixturesStainless appliances
    AVAILABLE JUNE 1, 2026 - Heat Included! New Mini split system with Heat and A/C. Beautifully rehabbed luxury 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in the highly desirable Starkweather / Atwood / Olbrich Gardens / Garver neighborhood! Located on the 1st floor of a 6 unit building at the end of a quiet dead-end street, this unit sits along Starkweather Creek with easy access for canoeing and outdoor enjoyment. Highlights: Fully renovated with high-end finishes (soft close doors, black/stainless finishes, stainless appliances, etc ) Quartz countertops soft-close kitchen cabinets New solid-core craftsman-style doors Updated electrical modern fixtures Freshly refinished hardwood floors Nest thermostat (heat included!) Newly installed Mini split A/C - Heat (say goodbye to those window units!) Building Features: 1 dedicated off-street parking space New washer dryer in basement Private storage unit (in basement) and bike storage Professionally managed landscaped Enjoy being just one block from the popular Garver Feed Mill (Ian\'s Pizza, coffee roaster, ice cream, winter farmers market, yoga more). Prime Location: Close to bike paths, Lake Monona, Olbrich Gardens, shopping, restaurants, nightlife, public transit, coffee shops, gas stations, schools, library, grocery store, hardware store, car.wash, laundromat, and more. Heating is included in rent, which can be controlled by a new NEST thermostat! Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts-canoe launch next to building with easy access to lake. Garden space available! Contact me today to schedule a showing!
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    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: March 21, 2026 at 03:02pm

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
    • Laundry: Shared
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Has basement: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 850 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Exterior features: Bicycle storage, Dual Flush Toilet!, Heating included in rent, LARGE Windows for plenty of sunlight, Package Receiving, Solid core - Doors (Not those flimsy hollow core doors)

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Apartment
    • Property subtype: Apartment
    Condition
    • Year built: 1952

    Building

    Management
    • Pets allowed: Yes

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Madison

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: One Year Lease Required! One Month Security Deposit! $50 Non-refundable Credit and Background Check per Person, 650+ Credit Score Preferred! Water Sewer $31.27 per month per person.

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    3/21/2026Listed for rent$1,995+11.1%$2/sqft
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    3/21/2025Listing removed$1,795$2/sqft
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    3/11/2025Listed for rent$1,795+12.5%$2/sqft
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    6/3/2022Listing removed--
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    6/1/2022Listed for rent$1,595$2/sqft
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    Neighborhood: Schenk-Atwood-Starkweather-Yahar

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