Chapter Mifflin

The new student housing project is CRG’s second development at the University of Wisconsin-Madison and will open for the 2027/2028 academic year.
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Chapter Mifflin is a new six-story, 516-bed student housing community in Madison’s vibrant Mifflin District. Located less than one mile from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, the project will provide high-quality, attainable housing for students and young professionals.

Chapter Mifflin is comprised of a 1.5-acre site of 12 contiguous parcels at 416–436 W. Washington Ave. and 413–417 W. Mifflin St. for the project. The student housing development will offer 162 fully furnished units, along with a robust suite of resident amenities, outdoor terraces, and a public walking path connecting West Washington Avenue to West Mifflin Street. Construction is now underway, and the project is on schedule for delivery to support the 2027–28 academic year.

Currently home to a mix of single-family residences and duplexes operating as student housing, the strategically located site is just one-half mile from the Memorial Library and four blocks from the retail and entertainment opportunities along the State Street corridor. The location offers exceptional convenience, placing future residents within easy reach of campus landmarks and urban amenities.

Architecture firm Lamar Johnson Collaborative, a subsidiary of CRG parent Clayco, designed Chapter Mifflin. The design prioritizes a strong pedestrian experience, with the building’s scale and massing carefully broken down to create a welcoming, human-centric streetscape. The project activates the surrounding neighborhood by introducing a public pedestrian connection through the site, enhancing walkability and fostering community interaction. Drawing inspiration from the character of the Mifflin Street neighborhood, the architecture integrates familiar residential elements—such as porches, balconies and patios—that reflect and reinforce the local context. Along Washington Avenue, the design preserves historic trees and enhances the streetscape, creating a visually cohesive and inviting connection to the nearby State Capitol.

Wisconsin-based CG Schmidt will serve as the general contractor for the project.

Chapter Mifflin will offer a mix of studio, one-, two-, four-, and five-bedroom apartments, with pre-leasing expected to begin in late 2026. The convenient near-campus location places residents steps from retail, dining, nightlife, and key university facilities, all within a highly walkable neighborhood.

To support both academic success and a dynamic lifestyle, Chapter Mifflin will feature a robust suite of resident amenities, including a state-of-the-art fitness center, ample private and group study areas equipped with modern conferencing technology, and multiple outdoor courtyards with a hot tub, bocce court, and grilling and dining areas. A 5th-floor terrace will offer additional lounge areas overlooking Mifflin Street.. Additional conveniences include a secure parking garage with EV charging stations and ample bike storage. Residences will offer stainless steel appliances, in-unit laundry, and contemporary, tech-forward finishes designed for style and comfort.

CRG worked diligently with Alder Mike Verveer; Madison’s Department of Planning, Community & Economic Development; the Capitol Neighborhoods, Inc.; and other local stakeholders to create a dynamic addition to the neighborhood

About Chapter: Chapter is CRG’s national collection of upscale multifamily and student housing developments designed to provide spaces and experiences that help residents write their life story with greater intention. Each project is designed to offer residents the opportunity to not just live well, but also enjoy a home where experiences work together with the design to fuel one simple idea: help people write their next chapter.

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