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How much does it cost to rent a home in Madera?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madera 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,500 | $1,050 | $1,900 |
| Madera 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,393 | $1,700 | $2,895 |
| Madera 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,770 | $2,295 | $3,500 |
| Madera 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,516 | $2,950 | $4,200 |
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Cheapest Available Madera Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Madera, CA is a Studio unit found at Lakeland Apartments in the Mariposa neighborhood priced from $1,050. 210 N. C Street in the Mariposa neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,087. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Madera apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeland Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| 210 N. C Street | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,087 |
| Madera West Apartments | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madera, CA
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Madera area is the $1.63 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at 725 Linden in the in the Mariposa neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Madera apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Vista Del Sol Apartments starting at $1,800 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Mariposa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Madera apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 725 Linden | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Vista Del Sol Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Riverwoods Apartments | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.55 |
| Summerwoods Apartments | 3x2.5 with Garage | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.54 |
| Madera Villa | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Westgaters Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Madera West Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| 728 S A St, Unit VILLA DE RAMON APARTMENTS | 728 S A St | 3BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Linden Tree Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Lakeland Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.44 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Madera?
There are currently 105 Apartments for Rent in Madera, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $2,550. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Madera ranging from $1,050 to $4,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Madera?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Madera ranges from $1,050 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,544.
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