
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Madison, MN from $400 (24 Rentals)
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Madison, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Madison?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Madison Studio Apartments | $896 | $775 | $1,100 |
Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,134 | $502 | $1,885 |
Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,320 | $625 | $1,880 |
Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,613 | $1,000 | $1,925 |
Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,546 | $1,350 | $1,695 |
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Cheapest Available Madison Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Madison, MN is a 1 Bed unit found at Natures Edge Partners LLC priced from $25. Beardsley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $519. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Madison apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Natures Edge Partners LLC | 1B1B Subsidy | 1BR,1BA | $25 |
Beardsley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $519 |
RC Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $625 |
The Nexus | 233 - Studio B/1 BA | Studio,1BA | $795 |
Wildwood Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $815 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison, MN and Nearby
As of June 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Madison area is the $1.30 price per square foot 901D Briarwood Model at Briarwood Estates in the in the Downtown Marshall neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Madison apartment is the Two Bedroom A - Somerset Model at Somerset Properties starting at $886 with a $0.94 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. |
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Briarwood Estates | 901D Briarwood | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
Somerset Properties | Two Bedroom A - Somerset | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
Wildwood Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Beardsley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.58 |
Nyberg Apartments 55+ | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Cardinal Estates | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
RC Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
Block 25 Lofts | Sunrise | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Block 100 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
Natures Edge Partners LLC | 1B1B Subsidy | 1BR,1BA | $0.05 |
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Best Local Schools in Madison, MN
Madison-Marietta-Nassau Elementary
Lac Qui Parle Valley Secondary
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Getting Around Madison, MN
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 The Nexus listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Apartment is $25 at Natures Edge Partners LLC.
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 $625 at RC Square Apartments.
What is the most affordable Madison Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Madison Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1301 24th St NW and starts from $1,150.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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