
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Madison, MD from $465 (45 Rentals)
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Hudson Townhomes

Riverview Gardens

Chapline House - 62+ Senior Housing

Spring Valley Apartments

Stone Grove Crossing

Prospect Heights Apartments

Bradford House

Oak Hill
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Parkside Village Apartments

Nautilus Point

Quiet Waters Landing

Residence at Port Street

Towns at Pax River, A Linden Community

102 B Marlboro Ave
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Brant Court

Park Villas

Spyglass at Cedar Cove

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The Residences at River Place

Burnt Oaks

Chapline House II

Harrison Ferry

Leonard's Grove Apartments
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Federal Manor

Caroline Apartments

Crusader Arms Apartments

Mulberry Estates

The Village at Slippery Hill Senior Apartments- 62+

410 Pleasant St

301 Washington St

Potomac Pines- Apartment Living

Admiral's Landing
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35 Clay St

739 Rosemont Ave

29332 Maple Ave

26534 Royal Oak Rd

100 Killarney Rd

405 Wood Duck Dr

39 Clay St

Seymour Apartments

205 Oakley St
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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 | $1,673 | $1,418 | $2,100 |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,023 | $670 | $3,857 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,274 | $465 | $4,325 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,384 | $843 | $3,649 |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,193 | $1,109 | $4,049 |
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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 | $1,063 |
| Prospect Heights Apartments | 3BR 1.5BA | 3BR,1BA | $1,132 |
| Bradford House | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,176 |
| Woods Crossing Apartments | 1x1 Jr | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Spring Valley Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,246 |
| The Village at Slippery Hill Senior Apartments- 62+ | B1 - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,265 |
| Admiral's Landing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison, MD and Nearby
As of September 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Madison area is the $1.17 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at The Reserves At Belle Ayre in the in the Mearfield neighborhood starting from $1,809. The second greatest value Madison apartment is the Topsail Renovated Model at Towns at Pax River, A Linden Community starting at $1,650 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Pegg Run 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Reserves At Belle Ayre | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.17 |
| Towns at Pax River, A Linden Community | Topsail Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Parkside Village Apartments | 4 Beds, 2 baths | 4BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Spring Valley Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Oak Hill | 2 Bedroom Renovated Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| Riverwoods at Denton | 1 BR w/Den- Phase III | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Admiral's Landing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| The Village at Slippery Hill Senior Apartments- 62+ | B1 - Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Stone Grove Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Riverview Gardens | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
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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 $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 Prospect Heights Apartments and starts from $1,132.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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