
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Madison, NJ from $1,400 (26 Rentals)
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Rosedale Manor

96 Ridgedale Ave

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73 Park Ave, Unit 73 Park ve 2nd Floor

Green Village and Madison Court Apartments

Chatham Arms
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300 Main St, Unit 2

Park Avenue At Florham Park

Cardinal Hill

Chatham on Main

Chatham Hill Apartments

Franklin Manor Apartments
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Spring Brook At Chatham

Lindsley Arms Apartments

Cornerstone at Chatham

65 Summit Ave

37 Hill St

105 Pitney Pl
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82 Maple Ave

Alister Morristown

390 Morris Ave

23 E Hanover Ave

7D Troy Dr

24 Sunrise Dr
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196 Mt Kemble Ave

3 Heritage Dr
Madison, NJ Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Madison?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Madison Studio Apartments | $1,895 | $1,895 | $1,895 |
| Cheap Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,892 | $1,950 | $3,969 |
| Cheap Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,596 | $2,011 | $6,735 |
| Cheap Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,012 | $3,595 | $4,505 |
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Cheapest Available Madison Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Madison, NJ is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Avenue At Florham Park priced from $2,250. Chatham on Main has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,400. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Madison apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Avenue At Florham Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Chatham on Main | 1BR Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Chatham Hill Apartments | 1BR 1BA (820sf) | 1BR,1BA | $2,445 |
| Franklin Manor Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Tudor House at Madison | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| Jackson House Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,845 |
| Madison Apartments | B01 | 2BR,1BA | $2,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison, NJ
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Madison area is the $2.77 price per square foot Columbia Model at Sun Valley at Florham Park in the starting from $3,775. The second greatest value Madison apartment is the $3.00/sq.ft. - Residence 1-1H Model at 147 Columbia starting at $3,450 with a $3.00 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Valley at Florham Park | Columbia | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.77 |
| 147 Columbia | $3.00/sq.ft. - Residence 1-1H | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Madison Mall on Main Luxury Apartments | The Gramercy Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| Avalon Townhome Collection Florham Park | B1T | 2BR,2BA | $3.28 |
| Jackson House Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Spring Brook At Chatham | The Hamilton | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| The M at Morristown | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| 73 Park Ave, Unit 73 Park ve 2nd Floor | 73 Park Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| 17 Greenwood Ave, Unit Apt 303 | 17 Greenwood Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| 300 Main St, Unit 2 | 300 Main St | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
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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 $2,250 at Park Avenue At Florham Park.
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 $2,500 at Park Avenue At Florham Park.
What is the most affordable Madison Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Madison Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sun Valley at Florham Park and starts from $3,625.
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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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