Cheap Apartments for Rent in Madison, OH from $890 (38 Rentals)

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Vineyards of Madison
2 Bedroom Apartments

Vineyards of Madison

6700 Grape Arbor DrMadison, OH 44057
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Lakeside Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lakeside Villas

1988 Lakeside DrMadison, OH 44057
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Chestnut Village 55+
1 Bedroom Apartments

Chestnut Village 55+

5321 Chestnut AveAshtabula, OH 44004
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Normandy Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Normandy Townhomes

1204 Pennsylvania AveAshtabula, OH 44004
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Greenway Senior Housing
2 Bedroom Apartments

Greenway Senior Housing

5700 Nathan AveAshtabula, OH 44004
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Jeremy Park
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jeremy Park

61 N Maple StOrwell, OH 44076
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Madison, OH Local Guide

Cheapest Available Madison Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Madison, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Johnson Apartments in the Whalers Cove neighborhood priced from $900. Parkway in the North Mentor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Madison apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Johnson Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$900
Parkway2BR.1BA.705SF_*2BR,1BA$1,025
Richlawn ApartmentsWelcome Home To Richlawn Apartments!1BR,1BA$1,050
Normandy Manor Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,085
Queensdale Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,100
Oak Hill Village ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,136
Villas of Geneva1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,149
Park House 7945-7947 Mentor AveWelcome Home To Park House Apartments!1BR,1BA$1,200
SummertreeWelcome Home to Summertree Apartments!2BR,1BA$1,200
Colonial VillageColonial: 2 Bed 1 Bath | 950 sqft | FULL remodel2BR,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison, OH and Nearby

As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Madison area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3BD/1.5BHT Model at Nye Park Apartments in the in the South Mentor neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Madison apartment is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Johnson Apartments starting at $900 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Whalers Cove neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Madison apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Nye Park Apartments3BD/1.5BHTStudio ,1BA$1.00
Johnson Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.75
Hilltop Apartments and TownhomesTown home with basement2BR,1BA$1.26
Cobblestone Court ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$1.40
Colonial VillageColonial: 2 Bed 1 Bath | 950 sqft | FULL remodel2BR,1BA$1.32
SummertreeWelcome Home to Summertree Apartments!2BR,1BA$1.41
Normandy Manor Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.32
Queensdale Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.38
Integrity Chardon / Maple Ridge Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.64
Parkway2BR.1BA.705SF_*2BR,1BA$1.45

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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 $900 at Johnson 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 $1,025 at Parkway.

What is the most affordable Madison Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Madison Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Queensdale Apartments and starts from $1,200.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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