
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Madison, AR from $500 (62 Rentals)
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Vantage Point Apartments - Carriage House

Wesley Forest

Jackson Heights Residential

Weaver Fields Apartments

Greenways at Marion

Chapel Ridge Apartments

Meadows West Memphis

Barton Court Apartments

Bent Creek Apartments
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National Rose Co.

Greenway Apartments

Weatherstone Apartments

Indigo at 61

Museum Lofts

The Crossings at Tunica

4328 Arrow Cove

The Lexington

The Tennessee Brewery Apartments

Lakeside Vintage
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The Crescent at 161

North Creek Apartments

Gramercy East Apartments

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The Marine Residence

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The Landing Residences

The Oliver Luxury Apartments

The Trace at 161

Memphis Urban Apartments

Indian Hills

Riverbend Apartments
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457 King Rd

New Frontier

328 N 7th St

South Main Artspace Lofts

3166 Winslow Rd

4334 Melwood St

637 Leacrest Ave

1008 Walk Rd

2066 Farrington St

673 W Raines Rd
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3740 Parrot Cove

858 Eyers Rd

3152 Ford Rd

4258 Briarberry Ln

Annex Lofts

Chapel Place Homes

1271 Chickamauga Ave

4082 Archer Dr

Printer's Alley Lofts

3544 Hicky St
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Madison, AR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Madison?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Studio Apartments | $1,222 | $952 | $1,450 |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,362 | $650 | $2,285 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,578 | $650 | $5,900 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,573 | $895 | $2,940 |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $991 | $725 | $1,150 |
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Cheapest Available Madison Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Madison, AR is a 2 Beds unit found at Vantage Point Apartments - Carriage House priced from $650. Wesley Forest in the South Memphis neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Madison apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vantage Point Apartments - Carriage House | Park View | 2BR,2BA | $650 |
| Wesley Forest | 1x1Wesley Forest | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Weaver Fields Apartments | One | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Greenways at Marion | The Mulligan | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Barton Court Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Bent Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Greenway Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $960 |
| Museum Lofts | The Stax | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Crossings at Tunica | 2x2 Classic | 2BR,2BA | $1,029 |
| Chapel Ridge Apartments | 2x2 Platinum | 2BR,2BA | $1,031 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison, AR and Nearby
As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Madison area is the $1.08 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at Weatherstone Apartments in the in the McKeller neighborhood starting from $1,599. The second greatest value Madison apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at The Trace at 161 starting at $1,295 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the McKeller neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Madison apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weatherstone Apartments | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| The Trace at 161 | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| The Crescent at 161 | Renovated 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Barton Court Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.76 |
| Greenway Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Chapel Ridge Apartments | 2x2 Platinum | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Bent Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Vantage Point Apartments - Carriage House | Vantage Point | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Weaver Fields Apartments | One | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Wesley Forest | 1x1Wesley Forest | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Madison Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Apartment is $650 at Vantage Point Apartments - Carriage House.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Madison Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Madison is starting from $650 at Vantage Point Apartments - Carriage House.
What is the most affordable Madison Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Madison Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vantage Point Apartments - Carriage House and starts from $895.
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