
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Madison, SD from $300 (57 Rentals)
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Lake Area Townhomes

Lincoln Arms Apartments

Evergreen Estates

Heritage High Apartments

1301 John Deere Cir

Parkview Apartments and Townhomes

Evergreen Townhomes

West Oaks Estate

Yukon at Benson
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Aspen Commons

Innovation Village

Maple Pass Apartments and Townhomes in Hartford, SD

Auburn Manor Apartments

The Boundary

University Hills Village

Marion Crossing Apartments

Trails Head

Benson Village Townhomes

Northridge Estates/Perfect Location
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Paragon

Forte of Brookings: 50+ Community!

Wilmot Estates Apartments

Latitude 44

Jefferson Reserve Apartments

Jefferson Heights Apartments, LLC

Thelin Center

Sweetgrass Crossing

Lux North

The Brixx 2 Apartments
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Sioux Village

The Atlas

Falls Park Apartments

Reserve Flats

WestSide Apartments

407 N Covell Ave

617 S Prairie Ave

1300 E 6th St

101 N Duluth Ave

Maple Park
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University Hill Village - UHV Building 2

625 S Prairie Ave

203 S Covell Ave

University Hills Village - UHV Building 4

Southland Court

1009 Southland Ln

309 W Washington Ave

813 N Kiwanis Ave

1329 E 4th St

713-715 W 16th St
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Madison, SD Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Madison?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Studio Apartments | $914 | $795 | $1,195 |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,095 | $399 | $1,980 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,393 | $945 | $1,975 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,637 | $1,102 | $2,465 |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,494 | $1,096 | $1,700 |
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Cheapest Available Madison Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Madison, SD is a 1 Bed unit found at West Oaks Estate priced from $399. Yukon at Benson in the Northwest Sioux Falls neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Madison apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Oaks Estate | 1 bdr/ 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $399 |
| Yukon at Benson | Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Aspen Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Maple Pass Apartments and Townhomes in Hartford, SD | Rent Special - Studio Apts | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Auburn Manor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| University Hills Village | Unit Type K3 - Studio/1 BA - Non Smoking | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Marion Crossing Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Benson Village Townhomes | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| Paragon | The Vista | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Latitude 44 | The Cove | Studio,1BA | $955 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison, SD and Nearby
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Madison area is the $1.01 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Townhome Model at Pinnacle Townhomes in the in the Northwest Sioux Falls neighborhood starting from $1,865. The second greatest value Madison apartment is the 2 Bedroom PIIB Model at Lake Area Townhomes starting at $1,590 with a $0.99 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinnacle Townhomes | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.01 |
| Lake Area Townhomes | 2 Bedroom PIIB | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| 100 W 10th St | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 110 W 10th St | Model B | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| The Brixx Villas | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Falls Park Apartments | Rushmore | 3BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Northridge Estates/Perfect Location | Two Bed/Two Bath/ no pets | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| West Oaks Estate | 1 bdr/ 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.43 |
| Benson Village Townhomes | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Marion Crossing Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Best Local Schools in Madison, SD
Madison Elementary School - 07
Madison High School - 01
Madison Middle School - 02
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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 Yukon at Benson listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Apartment is $399 at West Oaks Estate.
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 $1,120 at Northridge Estates/Perfect Location.
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 $1,102.
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