Cheap Apartments for Rent in Madison, SD from $300 (15 Rentals)

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Egan Avenue Residence
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Egan Avenue Residence

703-709 Egan Ave NMadison, SD 57042
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Evergreen Estates
2 Bedroom Apartments

Evergreen Estates

1005 NE 4th StMadison, SD 57042
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Madison, SD Local Guide

Cheapest Available Madison Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Madison, SD is a Studio unit found at Southland Court in the Downtown Brookings neighborhood priced from $750. Maple Pass Apartments & Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $770. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Madison apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Southland CourtStudio - BStudio,1BA$750
Maple Pass Apartments & Townhomes1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$770
Marion Crossing Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$795
Maple Park Apartments & Townhomes2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Apartment2BR,2BA$800
Lake Area Townhomes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$820

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison, SD and Nearby

As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Madison area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Lake Area Townhomes in the starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Madison apartment is the Upper Apartment Model at Fifth Street Apartments & Townhouses starting at $1,450 with a $1.20 price per square foot . 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.
Lake Area Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,2.5BA$1.00
Fifth Street Apartments & TownhousesUpper Apartment3BR,2BA$1.20
Falls Park ApartmentsRushmore3BR,2BA$0.80
Maple Park Apartments & Townhomes2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Townhome2BR,2BA$1.06
Thelin Center1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.24
Northridge Estates/Perfect LocationOne Bedroom/No pets1BR,1BA$1.22
Marion Crossing Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1.08
Maple Pass Apartments & Townhomes1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1.12
Lux North1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.39
Auburn Manor Apartments1x1 6191BR,1BA$1.35

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Getting Around Madison, SD

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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 Southland Court listed at $750.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Apartment is $770 at Maple Pass Apartments & Townhomes.

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 $800 at Maple Park Apartments & Townhomes.

What is the most affordable Madison Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Madison Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Falls Park Apartments and starts from $926.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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