Cheap Apartments for Rent in Madison, GA from $500 (51 Rentals)

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Canaan Crossing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Canaan Crossing

1200 Wheat StMadison, GA 30650

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Arbor Ridge
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$1,037 - $1,643
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$1,037 - $1,643

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Arbor Ridge

150 Chateau TerAthens, GA 30606
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Arbours at Covington
$1,040 - $1,540
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$1,040 - $1,540

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Arbours at Covington

10544 Highway 36Covington, GA 30014
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Park View Apartments
$1,215 - $1,665
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$1,215 - $1,665

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Park View Apartments

10920 By Pass RdCovington, GA 30014
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Cove at Covington
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$1,335 - $2,500
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$1,335 - $2,500

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Cove at Covington

12301 Town Center BlvdCovington, GA 30014
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Grand Preserve
$1,644 - $2,009
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$1,644 - $2,009

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Grand Preserve

355 The Preserve DrAthens, GA 30606
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Wisteria Ridge
$1,714 - $2,449
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Wisteria Ridge

1062 Wisteria RdgWatkinsville, GA 30677
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$1,400

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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175 E Main St

RutledgeGA30663
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4135 Hunt St SW
3 Bedroom Apartments

4135 Hunt St SW

4135 Hunt St SWCovington, GA 30014
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$1,595

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1020 Cupp Ln

GreensboroGA30642
property at 401 Cuscowilla Dr

$1,595

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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401 Cuscowilla Dr

EatontonGA31024

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Madison, GA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Madison, GA

Pricing Updated: 04/12/2026

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Madison Lakes$3,425$2,5252

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. Polo Club Athens in the Eastside Athens neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $822. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Madison apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
River Club Apartments4x44BR,4BA$714
Polo Club Athens4-4thq4BR,4BA$822
Mary-Leila LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$825
University GardenStudioStudio,1BA$838
The Grove at Five PointsStudio 350Studio,1BA$849
Cambridge ApartmentsThe Lynnfield1BR,1BA$955
Legacy Mill1x11BR,1BA$1,125
Fieldcrest WalkThe Dogwood1BR,1BA$1,170
Magnolia Heights2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,179
Highland Park2 Bedroom, 1 1/2 Bath2BR,1BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison, GA and Nearby

As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Madison area is the $1.04 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Baths Model at Highland Park in the in the Eastside Athens neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Madison apartment is the D3 Model at Enclave 425 starting at $550 with a $0.46 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Highland Park2 Bedroom, 2 1/2 Baths2BR,2.5BA$1.04
Enclave 425D34BR,4BA$0.46
Magnolia Heights2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.03
Red Oak VillageTownhome2BR,2.5BA$1.06
Arbours at CovingtonTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.26
Riverbend Club Apartments2BR/2BA (rent is per bedroom)2BR,2BA$0.64
River Club Apartments2x2 Deluxe2BR,2BA$0.80
The Reserve at Athens2x22BR,2BA$0.92
Cambridge ApartmentsThe Lynnfield1BR,1BA$1.27
Mary-Leila LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13

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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 University Garden listed at $838.

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 $789 at River Club Apartments.

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.

Expert Rental Resources

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

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.