How do you feel about lakeside views in virtually every direction and an abundance of natural amenities with arm's reach? That's what it's like in Madison Wisconsin. Coined as the City of Four Lakes, Madison is tucked between Monona and Mendota lakes, with Lake Waubesa on the southeast side of the city and Lake Wingra on the southwest. Madison, a progressive-leaning college town and sprawling city, is home to nearly 250,000 people. Although people making the move to apartments in Madison WI will have to deal with the cold winters, the summers here are well worth it. Madison is home to the largest producer-only farmers market in the United States, with more than 160 vendors selling regionally produced products.

The majority of apartments in Madison WI were constructed in the 1980s and later, so people looking for a bit of historic charm may have some difficulty. According to Best Places, the overall cost of living is about 12 percent higher than the national average, but renters will notice the higher cost as a direct reflection of the high quality of life. If you're looking to ditch your car before moving to Madison apartments, you may want to look at rentals in the Capitol, South Campus, Marquette, Vilas and Greenbush neighborhoods, which are the most pedestrian-friendly.

Whether you're looking for apartments in Madison, WI with a metropolitan vibe or near spacious green parks – Madison has it all. Hip young professionals can often be found in the Schenk-Atwood neighborhood, which is known for its tight-knit community vibe. Families may find the Vilas neighborhood to be a better suit, because this area has a suburban feel without distance restrictions from the city and all of its amenities. The Williamson-Marquette - more commonly referred to as Wil-Mar - area has a retro vibe, and is home to several festivals and eccentric businesses.

Many apartments in Madison, WI are occupied by students who attend University of Wisconsin-Madison, which is a world-renowned institute with 20 different schools. Edgewood College, Madison Area Technical College and Herzing University, Madison are other area schools.

Throughout Dane County, renters in Madison apartments have access to a diverse economic environment. Some of the top employers include University of Wisconsin, Madison, UW Health, Epic Systems Corp, American Family Insurance and American Girl Brands. Based on employee engagement, sustainability and diversity, Coventry Village Retirement, UW Credit Union, First Choice Dental and The QTI Group are rated as the best places to work in Madison.