
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Madison, MD from $400 (49 Rentals)
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Chapline House II

Hudson Townhomes

Riverview Gardens

Chapline House - 62+ Senior Housing

Rivers Edge Apartments and Studio for the Arts

Stone Grove Crossing

Spring Valley Apartments

Bradford House
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St. Marys Landing Apartments and Townhomes

Chatham Village Apartments

Bay Forest Senior Apartments

Woods Crossing Apartments

Oak Hill

Quiet Waters Landing

Spyglass at Cedar Cove

Brant Court

Nautilus Point
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The Promenade at Easton

Towns at Pax River, A Linden Community

Park Villas

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Apartments of Wildewood

The Residences at River Place

Burnt Oaks

Settler's Landing

The Reserves At Belle Ayre

Bay Manor Apartments
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Abberly Crest Apartment Homes

102 B Marlboro Ave

Annapolis Roads Apartments

Harrison Ferry

Leonard's Grove Apartments

Federal Manor

Caroline Apartments

Crusader Arms Apartments

The Village at Slippery Hill Senior Apartments- 62+
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Mulberry Estates

Prospect Heights Apartments

Potomac Pines- Apartment Living

Admiral's Landing

416 Maryland Ave

307 Willis St

47 Clay St

Seymour Apartments

3704 Cassell Blvd
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406 Robbins St

781 Dry Creek Ct

118 Willis St

3920 Main St
Madison, MD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Madison?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Studio Apartments | $1,418 | $1,215 | $2,100 |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $591 | $3,895 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,219 | $465 | $4,195 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,298 | $843 | $3,649 |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,462 | $1,109 | $4,140 |
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Cheapest Available Madison Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Madison, MD is a 2 Beds unit found at Hudson Townhomes in the Blackwater Landing neighborhood priced from $626. Riverview Gardens in the Savannah Overlook neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $670. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Madison apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hudson Townhomes | 2 bed / 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $626 |
| Riverview Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $670 |
| Riverwoods at Denton | 1 BR w/Den- Phase III | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Stone Grove Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $878 |
| The Village at Slippery Hill Senior Apartments- 62+ | A3 - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Bradford House | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,176 |
| St. Marys Landing Apartments and Townhomes | Studio - 275 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,215 |
| Spring Valley Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,246 |
| Woods Crossing Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Admiral's Landing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison, MD and Nearby
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Madison area is the $1.64 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath - Renovated Model at Villas at Greenview West in the in the Westbury Single Family neighborhood starting from $2,375. The second greatest value Madison apartment is the The Douglas Model at Lakeside Run at Trappe starting at $2,300 with a $1.68 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas at Greenview West | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath - Renovated | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.64 |
| Lakeside Run at Trappe | The Douglas | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Towns at Pax River, A Linden Community | Topsail Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Spring Valley Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Apartments of Wildewood | The Cunningham | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
| Riverwoods at Denton | 1 BR w/Den- Phase III | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Admiral's Landing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Stone Grove Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Riverview Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| The Village at Slippery Hill Senior Apartments- 62+ | A5 - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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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 St. Marys Landing Apartments and Townhomes listed at $1,215.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Apartment is $670 at Riverview Gardens.
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 $626 at Hudson Townhomes.
What is the most affordable Madison Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Madison Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stone Grove Crossing and starts from $1,227.
Expert Rental Resources
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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