Porta Bella Gone, New Student Tower Rising | Madison News

The iconic Porta Bella on North Frances Street is gone—replaced by a massive 16-story student housing tower with 466 beds, set to open fall 2027. Part of a booming student housing trend since 2018, this $40M Core Spaces project will connect to existing Hub Madison apartments, adding 777 units and over 1,100 beds total—with a rooftop pool and 90 parking spots. It’s not just a new building—it’s the next chapter in campus living, marking the end of an era for a beloved local staple. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/073f5a201e5de13a