Madison is booming with opportunity. Major employers across healthcare, tech, biotech, and education are drawing top talent from around the country, and West Madison Apartments (WMA) offers the perfect home base.
Located on Madison's west side, West Madison Apartments offers the convenience of a central location while providing the comfort of a residential community, spacious layouts, and easy access to shops and parks. Whether you're commuting to a corporate campus or heading downtown, your drive (or bus ride, or bike ride) is faster and easier from here.
Here's a look at just how close our main office is to some of the area's biggest employers:
Exact Sciences
A major name in biotech and healthcare, Exact Sciences is a leader in cancer diagnostics and one of Madison's fastest-growing employers. With their innovation hub and corporate headquarters just three miles away, WMA residents working at Exact Sciences can enjoy a short commute, making it easy to avoid traffic and reclaim more time in their day.
Midvale Heights - 1 mile
Sauk Creek - 3.5 miles
High Point Commons - 2.5 miles
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Located within five miles of WMA, Thermo Fisher is a global leader in lab technology and scientific services. If you work in STEM, this is a nearby opportunity that doesn't require a long commute. A 10-minute drive means your mornings stay low-stress and your evenings start earlier.
Midvale Heights - 1 mile
Sauk Creek - 3 miles
High Point Commons - 2.5 miles
Epic Systems
Epic, one of the largest employers in the Madison area, is known worldwide for its electronic health record software. Located in nearby Verona, the campus is just a 15-minute drive away. WMA offers a short, direct commute and a peaceful place to call home.
Midvale Heights - 10 miles
Sauk Creek - 8.5 miles
High Point Commons - 7 miles
UW Health
One of the top healthcare systems in the region, UW Health employs thousands of professionals across clinical, research, and administrative roles. With the University Hospital and other major facilities only six miles from WMA, commuting is simple, whether you're heading in for a 12-hour shift or a morning meeting. Living nearby gives you the flexibility and peace of mind that's hard to beat in healthcare.
Midvale Heights - 3 miles
Sauk Creek - 5.5 miles
High Point Commons - 5.5 miles
Sub-Zero Group, Inc.
Headquartered right here in Madison, Sub-Zero is a leader in luxury home refrigeration and kitchen appliance design. Their corporate offices and manufacturing campus are located just under five miles away, making WMA a convenient option for employees. With such a short commute, you can spend less time in traffic and more time enjoying your space at home.
Midvale Heights - 4.5 miles
Sauk Creek - 8 miles
High Point Commons - 6.5 miles
St. Mary's Hospital
Part of the SSM Health system, St. Mary's is a cornerstone of downtown Madison's healthcare landscape. Though located in the downtown area closer to the lake, it's still only about a 20-minute drive from WMA. For nurses, physicians, technicians, or admin staff, the trade-off is clear: an easier commute than you might expect, and a quieter neighborhood to unwind in after long shifts.
Midvale Heights - 4 miles
Sauk Creek - 7 miles
High Point Commons - 9 miles
University of Wisconsin–Madison
More than just a college campus, UW–Madison is one of the largest employers in the state. With opportunities in academics, student services, research, facilities, and administration, the university offers a wide range of career paths. Being just six miles away provides easy access to campus while still offering the convenience and comfort of the west side.
Midvale Heights - 3 miles
Sauk Creek - 5.5 miles
High Point Commons - 5.5 miles
American Family Insurance
American Family's national headquarters is located on the city's northeast side, about 25–30 minutes from WMA. While it's farther than other employers on this list, many employees choose to live on the west side for its top-rated schools, shopping, and more relaxed pace. Plus, heading east during rush hour often means a smooth reverse commute.
Midvale Heights - 19.5 miles
Sauk Creek - 20 miles
High Point Commons - 20 miles
State of Wisconsin Capitol Building
If you work in public service or state government, the Wisconsin State Capitol and surrounding government offices are about 20 minutes away. You'll have easy access to downtown via the Beltline, without the hassle of living in the middle of it. WMA is a great fit for policy professionals, legislative staff, and state agency employees seeking a quieter and more affordable home base.
Midvale Heights - 5 miles
Sauk Creek - 7.5 miles
High Point Commons - 7.5 miles
Zendesk
Zendesk has had a notable presence in Madison's tech sector, especially in customer experience and product support. With offices near downtown, it's just a 15-minute drive from WMA. For tech professionals, developers, and digital teams, it's a location that offers work-life balance without compromising on access to opportunity.
Midvale Heights - 5 miles
Sauk Creek - 7.5 miles
High Point Commons - 7 miles
At West Madison Apartments, your commute doesn't have to define your day. With major employers minutes away, and restaurants, trails, and shopping even closer, you get the best of both worlds: a comfortable home and a career within reach.
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