
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Madison, CT from $1,200 (43 Rentals)
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Brushy Hill Plaza Apartments

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Parkwood Apartments

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Rose Hill Apartments

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Tivoli Gardens

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Parker Place

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510 Main

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Valley Court
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Mews

StoneGate Apartments

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Southwind Apartments

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Brook Hollow

Flats at 520

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Tuscan Villa

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Whitewood Pond Apartments

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Star Deluxe Branford
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Marshfield Apartments

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Town Center

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Green View Commons

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100 White Birch Dr, Unit 100 White Birch Drive

Woodbury Apartments

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Omega Estates

293 Foxon Rd

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Summit Place
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70 Pond Meadow Rd

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The Archway

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410 Wave

Encore 99

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Montoya

67 W Main St

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Haddam Village Commons

Short Beach
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Sunset Ridge Apartments

26 Sunset Ter

8 Brook Ln

Briarwood Hills

57 W Main St
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22 College St

7 Stephens Ct

87 Decatur Ave
Madison, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Madison?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Madison Studio Apartments | $1,546 | $1,250 | $2,107 |
| Cheap Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,998 | $1,300 | $3,773 |
| Cheap Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,518 | $1,700 | $4,692 |
| Cheap Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,574 | $2,063 | $3,311 |
| Cheap Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,955 | $2,400 | $3,265 |
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Cheapest Available Madison Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Madison, CT is a Studio unit found at Parkwood Apartments in the Annex neighborhood priced from $1,250. Brushy Hill Plaza Apartments in the Branford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Madison apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Parkwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Brushy Hill Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Rose Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Tivoli Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Parker Place | Vintage Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| 510 Main | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,414 |
| StoneGate Apartments | 1 Bed Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Tuscan Villa | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Flats at 520 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Town Center | Townhouse | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison, CT
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Madison area is the $1.46 price per square foot Home Model at Farmview Estates in the in the North Haven neighborhood starting from $6,750. The second greatest value Madison apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at StoneGate Apartments starting at $1,850 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Ponsett Ridge 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. |
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| Farmview Estates | Home | 6BR,4.5BA | $1.46 |
| StoneGate Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Brook Hollow | The Edgewood | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.79 |
| 293 Foxon Rd | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| 70 Pond Meadow Rd | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Green View Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Woodbury Apartments | Two Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.90 |
| Tivoli Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Tuscan Villa | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Rose Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Madison Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Madison?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Madison is at Parkwood Apartments listed at $1,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Apartment is $1,300 at Rose Hill Apartments.
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 $1,710 at Woodbury Apartments.
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