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Ridgeview Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ridgeview Apartments

9640 Diamond DrSt. Louis, MO 63137
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8518 N Broadway
1 Bedroom Apartments

8518 N Broadway

8518 N BroadwaySt. Louis, MO 63147
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Sandalwood Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sandalwood Apartments

8404 Hallsferry RdSt. Louis, MO 63147
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Jackson Park Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jackson Park Apartments

1220 Warren StSt. Louis, MO 63106
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Madison, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Madison Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Madison, IL is a Studio unit found at Rivers Edge Apartments in the Metro East neighborhood priced from $620. River Pointe Apartments in the North Point 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
Rivers Edge ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$620
River Pointe Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$700
Collins Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom Small2BR,1BA$799
College Hill Apartments2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,1BA$850
Metro Apartments at Granite CitySave up to $500 off Move In Costs with your EXC...1BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison, IL and Nearby

As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Madison area is the $1.09 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome with Garage Model at River Trace Townhomes in the in the North Riverfront neighborhood starting from $1,555. The second greatest value Madison apartment is the Two Bedroom Townhome Model at Villa St Cyr Apartments starting at $1,050 with a $0.77 price per square foot in the North Point 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.
River Trace Townhomes3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome with Garage3BR,1.5BA$1.09
Villa St Cyr ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$0.77
College Hill Apartments2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$0.83
Parsons Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Garden2BR,1BA$1.54
Collins Terrace Apartments2 Bedroom Small2BR,1BA$1.05
Metro Apartments at Granite CitySave up to $500 off Move In Costs with your EXC...1BR,1BA$1.43
River Pointe Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.08
1732 Saint Louis Ave, Unit 17321732 Saint Louis AveStudio ,1BA$1.05
1730 Saint Louis Ave, Unit Bottom Floor1730 Saint Louis Ave1BR,1BA$1.09
Rivers Edge ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio ,1BA$2.14

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Madison, IL

Ranked #10

Among cities in Illinois for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Madison, IL

Walk Score®

32 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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 $700 at River Pointe 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 $794 at Collins Terrace Apartments.

What is the most affordable Madison Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Madison Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Collins Terrace Apartments and starts from $885.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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