
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Madison, GA from $500 (54 Rentals)
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1000 Pine Tree Cir

Jefferson Ridge Townhomes

Canaan Crossing

Silver Lakes

Carmichael Commons

1081 Micha Way

1091 Micha Way

Harristown Park

University Garden
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The Cottages at Baynes Creek - 55+ Community

Grove at Five Points

Mary-Leila Lofts

Skyline Trace Apartments

MainStreet Walton Mill Senior Apartments

Cambridge Apartments

Magnolia Heights

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Arbor Ridge

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Arbours at Covington

Covington Mill Village - 55+ SENIOR PROPERTY
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1287 Shoals Apartments

Leaf Stone Apartments

Ashton Pointe

Fieldcrest Walk

Westpark Club

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Park View Apartments

Legacy Mill

Oxford Village Townhomes

Red Oak Village

Highland Park
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Twenty35 at Timothy Woods

The Fairways at Jennings Mill

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Cove at Covington

The Jax

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RENDER Covington By Crescent Communities

206 Dove Pl

Lullwater at Jennings Mill

Alcovy Terrace

Porterdale Mill Lofts Res

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RENDER Turner Lake by Crescent Communities
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Grand Preserve

4135 Hunt St SW

625 Baron Dr

Serene at Woodlake

The Reserve at Jackson Highway

1017 Wheel House Ln

739 Wheel House Ln

744 Wheel House Ln

218 Dove Pl

500 Dove Way
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Madison, GA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Madison?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Studio Apartments | $1,021 | $791 | $1,442 |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,576 | $581 | $2,525 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,710 | $664 | $3,425 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,991 | $724 | $2,982 |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,011 | $560 | $2,756 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Madison, GA
Pricing Updated: 05/28/2026Current apartment rentals in the Madison, GA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Madison Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Lakes | $3,425 | $2,525 | 2 |
Cheapest Available Madison Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Madison, GA is a 4 Beds unit found at River Club Apartments in the South Lumpkin neighborhood priced from $714. Canaan Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $737. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Madison apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Club Apartments | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $714 |
| Canaan Crossing | 2 Bdrm | 2BR,1BA | $737 |
| Grove at Five Points | Studio 350 | Studio,1BA | $807 |
| Mary-Leila Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| University Garden | 1x1hr | 1BR,1BA | $854 |
| 1287 Shoals Apartments | Classic Gardenia | 2BR,2BA | $1,087 |
| Leaf Stone Apartments | Bradford | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Fieldcrest Walk | The Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Magnolia Heights | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,179 |
| Arbor Ridge | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $1,182 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison, GA and Nearby
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Madison area is the $0.52 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at 4135 Hunt St SW in the in the Glen at Wildwood neighborhood starting from $1,205. The second greatest value Madison apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Baths Model at Highland Park starting at $1,650 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Eastside Athens 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4135 Hunt St SW | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.52 |
| Highland Park | 3 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Baths | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.03 |
| The Reserve at Athens | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.49 |
| River Club Apartments | 3x3 Deluxe | 3BR,3BA | $0.64 |
| Magnolia Heights | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Red Oak Village | Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.20 |
| Arbours at Covington | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Riverbend Club Apartments | 4BR/2BA (rent is per bedroom) | 4BR,2BA | $0.46 |
| Canaan Crossing | 2 Bdrm | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.75 |
| Mary-Leila Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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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 $825 at Mary-Leila Lofts.
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 $737 at Canaan Crossing.
What is the most affordable Madison Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Madison Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at River Club Apartments and starts from $749.
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