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​Department of Administration (DOA): Sale of building located at 1 W. Wilson St., Madison, Wisconsin

The building located at 1 W. Wilson St. in Madison is designated as surplus property and is being offered for sale. The building is zoned Flexible Downtown Core (DC). 

​​Instructions to Submit a Commercial Offer to Purchase (Link opens PDF in new window)

DUE DATE: Offers must be submitted to DOA no later than 3:00 PM CST on Monday, March 16, 2026.


Project Details​


​​​​​​​​​​Take a look inside​ 1 West Wilson:


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1 West Wilson
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Details about the Building

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The Curb Appeal of 1 West Wilson​


Upcoming Tours  

​The State of Wisconsin will offer scheduled building inspection opportunities for qualified and interested parties in connection with the sale of 1 West Wilson Street, Madison, Wisconsin. Inspections will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis, with attendance managed to support a safe, organized, and efficient onsite experience. Additional inspection dates may be added based on demand or due to inclement weather.

Inspection Dates and Hours

  • Wednesday, January 28 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

  • Thursday, January 29 | 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.


Access Areas

Inspection access may include:

  • Elevator penthouse

  • Floor 7

  • Basement Levels B4, B3, B2, and B1

  • Roof access may be limited and is weather-dependent. Where applicable, viewing may be available only from upper floors.

  • Limited ceiling access may be available in designated areas.

Attendees must pre-register by emailing doarealestateinfo@wisconsin.gov​


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Distinctive Properties. Exceptional Potential. GEF 2 & 3 projected availability: Spring 2026