
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Madison, CT from $1,250 (50 Rentals)
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55 Overshore Dr W

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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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Parker Place

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Tivoli Gardens

510 Main

StoneGate Apartments

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Valley Court
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Mews

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Marshfield 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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Town Center

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Star Deluxe Branford

Briarwood Hills
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Green View Commons

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Woodbury Apartments

293 Foxon Rd

70 Pond Meadow Rd

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Summit Place

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The Archway

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410 Wave

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Encore 99

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Montoya

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Haddam Village Commons
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Short Beach

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Bridge Road Commons

67 W Main St

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Omega Estates

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Summit at Mill Ridge

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Ardenwood Apartments

The Grand

26 Kelsey Rd

Carmen Romano Apartments
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Sunset Ridge Apartments

26 Sunset Ter

57 W Main St

7 Stephens Ct

28 Kelsey Rd

6 Sunset Ln

37 N Harbor St

80 River Rd

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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 | $1,574 | $1,250 | $1,957 |
| Cheap Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,978 | $1,300 | $3,840 |
| Cheap Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,509 | $1,700 | $4,979 |
| Cheap Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,441 | $2,063 | $3,595 |
| Cheap Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | $1,449 |
| StoneGate Apartments | 1 Bed Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Marshfield Apartments | 1BR A-E | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Tuscan Villa | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Flats at 520 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison, CT
As of August 30, 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 |
| 70 Pond Meadow Rd | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Green View Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Tivoli Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Whitewood Pond Apartments | White L | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Tuscan Villa | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Town Center | Townhouse | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| 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 $1,750 at Brushy Hill Plaza Apartments.
What is the most affordable Madison Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Madison Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brook Hollow and starts from $2,063.
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