
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Madison, NE from $580 (45 Rentals)
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Prospect Ridge Apartments

150 Poppe Dr

Erin Apartments

Gatewood Estates

Interstate Apartments

Fremont Omega Apartments

The Apartment Place

Prairie Dunes
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Fremont Commons

Nye Apartments

Wellington At The Dunes

Woodbury Heights

Cambridge Apartments

The Arbors

McCook Apartments

Maple Apartments LLC

Floyd River Flats
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Deerfield Apartments & Chateaus

Fountain Springs

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RiverPointe Apartments

Riverbend Townhomes

Prairiewood Apartments and Townhomes

The Warwick

River Drive Townhomes

2800 Flatwater Crossing Apartments

Leisure Apartments
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Woodland Park - Lyons, NE

180 Poppe Dr

603 S Washington St

Dakota Bend I & II

1001 O St

1207 N 9th St

701 Washington St

River Valley Apartments

Thompson Apartments
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Five Sons Apartments

1124 W 19th St

659 W 16th St

Lincoln Woods

203 S Taft St

Conestoga Crossing

Prairie View Apartments

1619 E Military Ave

215 Jackson
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Madison, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Madison?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Studio Apartments | $943 | $580 | $1,380 |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,215 | $825 | $2,430 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,383 | $750 | $2,343 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,738 | $1,000 | $2,988 |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available Madison Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Madison, NE is a Studio unit found at Oak Park Apartments priced from $580. Prospect Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Madison apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Park Apartments | Efficiency - Interior | Studio, 1BA | $580 |
| Prospect Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $725 |
| 150 Poppe Dr | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $725 |
| Erin Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Fremont Omega Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $845 |
| The Apartment Place | 1BR/1BA | 1BR, 1BA | $895 |
| Nye Apartments | Two Bed, One Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $945 |
| Wellington At The Dunes | Open living space + spacious master with vaulte... | 1BR, 1BA | $950 |
| Cambridge Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $973 |
| The Arbors | Sapling | 1BR, 1BA | $980 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison, NE and Nearby
As of September 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Madison area is the $1.17 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms / 2 1/2 Bathrooms Townhome Model at Gatewood Estates starting from $1,660. The second greatest value Madison apartment is the 3 Bed and 2.5 Bath Model at River Drive Townhomes starting at $1,200 with a $0.92 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gatewood Estates | 3 Bedrooms / 2 1/2 Bathrooms Townhome | 3BR, 2BA | $1.17 |
| River Drive Townhomes | 3 Bed and 2.5 Bath | 3BR, 2.5BA | $0.92 |
| 414 W Phillip Ave | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.12 |
| Woodbury Heights | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 3BR, 1BA | $0.99 |
| Prairiewood Apartments and Townhomes | 2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms | 2BR, 2BA | $1.19 |
| Villas At The Pines | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.14 |
| Prairie Park Apartments | 2 Bed, 2 Bath | 2BR, 2BA | $1.18 |
| Nye Apartments | Two Bed, Two Bath | 2BR, 2BA | $1.00 |
| Cambridge Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $0.97 |
| The Apartment Place | 1BR/1BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.07 |
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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 Oak Park Apartments listed at $580.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Apartment is $825 at Prospect Ridge 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 $750 at Erin Apartments.
What is the most affordable Madison Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Madison Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Erin Apartments and starts from $1,000.
Expert Rental Resources
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