
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Madison, NC from $400 (44 Rentals)
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Scott Commons Apartments

Phoenix Cinder

Farmwood Gardens

Lakemont Apartment Homes

The Haven at Triad Park

Cedar Green

HAMPTONS AT COUNTRY PARK
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Lakes at Lincoln

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Beechwood Apartments

Terrace Oaks

Oakmont Apartments

Woodland Heights Apartments

Allerton Place
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Cardinal Apartments

Hayleigh Village

Brassfield Park Apartments

Battleground North

Landon Creek Apartments

Lake Brandt Apartments

The Plantation at Pleasant Ridge

Park Forest
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Hawthorne at Horse Pen Creek

Keystone At Walkertown Landing

Brigham Ridge Apartments

Oakwood Manor Apartments

Ray Commons

224 The Blvd

4755 NC-89

841 Vista View Ln
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704A Irving Ave

Rise Bridgeview

805 Moore St

1318 Ridge Ave

8412 Shilling St

435 Lawrence St

301 N 7th Ave

101 N Ayersville Rd
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Huntsview Apartments

1208 Ridge Ave

Banker's Loft - Furnished Lofts in Eden

744 Crescent Dr
Madison, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Madison?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Studio Apartments | $825 | $825 | $825 |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,364 | $799 | $1,851 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,593 | $875 | $2,230 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,862 | $1,150 | $2,280 |
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Cheapest Available Madison Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Madison, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Farmwood Gardens in the Kernersville neighborhood priced from $799. The Haven at Triad Park in the Vernon Farms neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Madison apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmwood Gardens | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| The Haven at Triad Park | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| HAMPTONS AT COUNTRY PARK | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $877 |
| North Lakes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Lakes at Lincoln | Dogwood - 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $953 |
| Lakemont Apartment Homes | Hampton | 1BR,1BA | $979 |
| Beechwood Apartments | Windsor | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Terrace Oaks | The Guilford | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Oakmont Apartments | Upstairs 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison, NC and Nearby
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Madison area is the $1.24 price per square foot Waterford Model at Lake Brandt Apartments in the in the Natchez Trace neighborhood starting from $1,679. The second greatest value Madison apartment is the Starmount with Sunroom Model at Allerton Place starting at $1,265 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Pearman Estates 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Brandt Apartments | Waterford | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Allerton Place | Starmount with Sunroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Landon Creek Apartments | Two Bed, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Park Forest | The Roomate | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Oakmont Apartments | Downstairs 2 Bed/1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| The Plantation at Pleasant Ridge | A1 - The Loft - One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 405 Summit St, Unit 2 | 405 Summit St | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Terrace Oaks | The Guilford | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| The Haven at Triad Park | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath A | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Farmwood Gardens | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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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 $799 at Farmwood 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 $899 at The Haven at Triad Park.
What is the most affordable Madison Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Madison Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lake Brandt Apartments and starts from $1,679.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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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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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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