Cheap Apartments for Rent in Madison, AR from $500 (62 Rentals)

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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The Marine Residence
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$1,230 - $2,830
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$1,230 - $2,830

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Marine Residence

360 Metal Museum DrMemphis, TN 38106
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The Landing Residences
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$1,269 - $6,920
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The Landing Residences

1 Dr Martin Luther King Jr AveMemphis, TN 38103
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Indian Hills
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Indian Hills

1731 Indian Hills RdForrest City, AR 72335
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New Frontier
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

New Frontier

115 S 20th StWest Memphis, AR 72301
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Annex Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Annex Lofts

345 S Front StMemphis, TN 38103
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Chapel Place Homes
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Chapel Place Homes

5228 Whistling Duck DrMemphis, TN 38109

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

Madison, AR Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vantage Point Apartments - Carriage HousePark View2BR,2BA$650
Wesley Forest1x1Wesley Forest1BR,1BA$700
Weaver Fields ApartmentsOne1BR,1BA$725
Greenways at MarionThe Mulligan1BR,1BA$790
Barton Court Apartments2 Bed2BR,1BA$800
Bent Creek Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$850
Greenway Apartments2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$960
Museum LoftsThe Stax1BR,1BA$1,000
The Crossings at Tunica2x2 Classic2BR,2BA$1,029
Chapel Ridge Apartments2x2 Platinum2BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Weatherstone Apartments3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.08
The Trace at 1612 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.13
The Crescent at 161Renovated 2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.29
Barton Court Apartments2 Bed2BR,1BA$0.76
Greenway Apartments2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.08
Chapel Ridge Apartments2x2 Platinum2BR,2BA$1.13
Bent Creek Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.94
Vantage Point Apartments - Carriage HouseVantage Point2BR,2BA$1.00
Weaver Fields ApartmentsOne1BR,1BA$0.94
Wesley Forest1x1Wesley Forest1BR,1BA$1.06

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.