
At a Glance
Short answer: Horizon offers senior apartments in Madison at Greentree Glen and Burr Oaks for adults 62 and older and at Ellis Potter for adults 55 and older, plus apartments for rent at Eagle Harbor, The Point on Washington and Rodney Scheel House.
- Greentree Glen: One and two bedroom, 62 and older, smoke free, quiet wooded setting near shopping
- Burr Oaks: One and two bedroom, 62 and older, smoke free, south side near the bus line and Interstate 94, income restrictions apply
- Ellis Potter: Affordable one and two bedroom senior apartments for 55 and older plus three bedroom townhomes, underground parking, fitness center
- Eagle Harbor: One, two and three bedroom on the east side, in unit washer and dryer, balcony, on the bus route
- The Point on Washington: Studio and one bedroom on the east side, renovated interiors, furnished and short term lease options
- Rodney Scheel House: Affordable supportive studio and one bedroom apartments, in unit laundry, courtyard with gardens, pet friendly
- Popular guides: Greentree Glen Neighborhood Guide, Affordable Senior Apartments in Madison, Apartments in Madison
- Next step: Tour Greentree Glen, Burr Oaks, Ellis Potter or Eagle Harbor
Senior Apartments in Madison, WI & Apartments for Rent Across the City
Senior apartments in Madison, WI from Horizon Management Services include Greentree Glen and Burr Oaks for adults 62 and older and Ellis Potter for adults 55 and older. Horizon also manages apartments for rent in Madison at Eagle Harbor, The Point on Washington and Rodney Scheel House, with studio to three bedroom homes on the east side and beyond.
About Madison, Wisconsin
Madison is the capital of Wisconsin and home to the University of Wisconsin Madison. Known as the City of Four Lakes, it was named after President James Madison and served as a Union Army center during the Civil War. Architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s work is found throughout the city. Today Madison is home to over 230,000 residents who enjoy a busy downtown, a nationally recognized farmers’ market, and parks and recreation in every direction.
Looking for Senior Apartments to Rent in Madison, WI?
Greentree Glen Senior Apartments for Adults 62+
Greentree Glen Senior Apartments offers one and two bedroom apartment homes for adults 62 and older in a quiet, wooded setting near shopping. Every apartment has a balcony or patio, water and municipal services are included, and the smoke free building has a community room and kitchen, library, elevator and free WiFi.
Burr Oaks Senior Apartments for Adults 62+
Burr Oaks Senior Apartments offers one and two bedroom apartment homes for adults 62 and older on Madison’s south side, one block from the bus line and minutes from Interstate 94. Heat, water and municipal services are included, income restrictions apply, and residents gather for morning coffee, game nights and shared meals.
Ellis Potter Apartments for Adults 55+
Ellis Potter Apartments is a new affordable community with 54 one and two bedroom senior apartments for adults 55 and older, plus three bedroom townhomes. Residents have underground parking, storage, a clubroom and a fitness center in a non smoking building.
Call Greentree Glen at 608.274.5161, Burr Oaks at 608.250.2585 or Ellis Potter at 608.438.3081 to schedule a tour.
Looking for Apartments to Rent in Madison, WI?
Eagle Harbor Apartments
Eagle Harbor Apartments offers one, two and three bedroom apartment homes on Madison’s east side with in unit washers and dryers, balconies and a location on the bus route. A clubhouse with a community room and kitchen and bike storage round out the community.
The Point on Washington
The Point on Washington offers studio and one bedroom apartments on Madison’s east side with renovated interiors, stainless appliances, a fitness center and underground parking, plus furnished and short term lease options.
Rodney Scheel House
Rodney Scheel House is an affordable supportive community with studio and one bedroom apartments, in unit laundry, a courtyard with gardens and a pet friendly policy, close to bus lines.
Call Eagle Harbor at 608.444.1303, The Point on Washington at 608.235.4653, Rodney Scheel House at 608.598.0838 or the Horizon Madison office at 608.354.0900.
Why Choose Senior Independent Living in Madison, WI
Senior independent living in Madison puts you in a capital city with a university, lakes, parks and a downtown farmers’ market, while your apartment stays simple to care for. Horizon’s Madison senior communities offer professional on site management, 24 hour emergency maintenance and smoke free buildings.
You keep your independence and privacy and gain neighbors at a similar stage of life, with community rooms, shared meals, game nights and holiday gatherings that make it easy to stay social.
Why Choose Apartment Living in Madison, WI
Apartment living in Madison gives you options from a furnished studio to a three bedroom home. Eagle Harbor and The Point on Washington sit on the east side, and Eagle Harbor is on the bus route, so getting downtown and around the city is easy.
Local Attractions in Madison
- Shop for fresh produce, baked goods and flowers at the downtown farmers’ market on the square, billed as the nation’s largest
- Enjoy global wildlife at Henry Vilas Zoo
- Grab a bite at one of Madison’s many local dining spots
- See Frank Lloyd Wright architecture throughout the city
- Catch a yoga class, bridge game or social event at an area senior center
Learn more about the neighborhoods around Greentree Glen and Burr Oaks.
Senior Apartment Amenities to Look For in Madison
Amenities found at Horizon’s Madison senior communities include*:
- One and two bedroom floor plans
- Balconies and patios
- Underground parking
- Walk in closets in select apartments
- Free WiFi
- Fitness centers
- Water and municipal services included at select communities
- 24 hour emergency maintenance
*Amenities vary by community. Contact us for current availability.
Community Perks and Social Opportunities
- Community rooms and kitchens
- Elevators
- Hair salon and business center at Burr Oaks
- Library at Greentree Glen
- Professional on site management
- Smoke free communities
- Morning coffee, game nights, shared meals, potlucks and holiday parties
Frequently Asked Questions About Senior Apartments in Madison, WI
Are there senior apartments in Madison, WI?
Yes. Horizon Management Services manages Greentree Glen Senior Apartments, Burr Oaks Senior Apartments and the senior apartments at Ellis Potter, all with one and two bedroom floor plans.
What is the age requirement for Horizon’s senior apartments in Madison?
Greentree Glen and Burr Oaks are for adults 62 and older. The senior apartments at Ellis Potter are for adults 55 and older.
Does Horizon offer apartments for rent in Madison, WI besides senior apartments?
Yes. Eagle Harbor offers one, two and three bedroom apartments on the east side, The Point on Washington offers studio and one bedroom apartments with furnished and short term lease options, and Ellis Potter has three bedroom townhomes.
What amenities and activities do Horizon’s Madison senior apartments offer?
Depending on the community, residents have balconies or patios, underground parking, fitness centers, community rooms and free WiFi. Burr Oaks hosts morning coffee, game nights and shared meals, and Greentree Glen offers regular social activities in a wooded setting near shopping.
How do I schedule a tour at a Horizon community in Madison?
Call Greentree Glen at 608.274.5161, Burr Oaks at 608.250.2585, Ellis Potter at 608.438.3081 or Eagle Harbor at 608.444.1303, or visit the property page. You can also reach the Horizon Madison office at 608.354.0900.
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- See all Horizon city resources
Start Your Madison, Wisconsin Apartment Journey Today
Whether you want senior independent living or an apartment for rent in Madison, Horizon has a community to fit. Browse our Madison properties, call the Horizon Madison office at 608.354.0900 or contact us today to schedule a tour.
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