
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Madison, TN from $700 (132 Rentals)
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Orchard Park

Gibson Creek

Cedar Place

Amalie Meadows

Madison Flats

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342 E Webster St, Unit 344

Crossings at East Nashville

Forest Park

Highland Ridge Apartments
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Crossings at Madison

200 Webster

Heatherwood Apartments

Falcon View Apartments

Rothwood Apartments

Breckenridge

Berkley Hills

Graybrook and Graycroft

Madison Crest

Hickory Chase
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River Retreat Apartments

Hickory Lofts

Village at Crestview

Bristol Park at Riverchase

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Birchway Rivergate

Liberty Lofts

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Northerly

The Arcadia

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Station A

18Thirty Apartments
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323 Forest Park Rd

111 Cash Ln

Cumberland View Towers

October Homes

223 Foxboro Dr

Nashwood Park Apartments

Madison Gardens

333 Apartments

Bldg A

Birchstone Village
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Cottonwood Apartments

Cottonwood Apartments II

Hickory House Apartments

Quail Creek

Cumberland Crossing

3283 McGavock Pk

Buffalo Trail Apartments

Meadow Creek

524 Rothwood Ave

Harmony on Main
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Madison, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Madison?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Madison Studio Apartments | $1,691 | $770 | $2,179 |
| Cheap Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,580 | $814 | $3,149 |
| Cheap Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,848 | $884 | $7,492 |
| Cheap Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,937 | $789 | $6,853 |
| Cheap Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,489 | $2,111 | $2,835 |
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Cheapest Available Madison Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Madison, TN is a 3 Beds unit found at Buffalo Trail Apartments in the Brick Church Bellshire neighborhood priced from $789. Dupont Avenue Apartments in the Ivy Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $814. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Madison apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Trail Apartments | 3 Bedroom Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $789 |
| Dupont Avenue Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $814 |
| Orchard Park | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Meadow Creek | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $884 |
| Gibson Creek | 1 x 1 | Gibson Creek | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Amalie Meadows | Cozy One Bedroom Apartment Home | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Madison Flats | The Carter | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Harmony on Main | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $972 |
| Polo Park | Kentucky Derby | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison, TN
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Madison area is the $1.21 price per square foot 613 Vantrease Rd Model at 613 Vantrease Rd, Unit VantreaseA in the in the Ivy Hill neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Madison apartment is the 3x2 Model at Cypress Creek starting at $1,605 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Ivy Hill neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 613 Vantrease Rd, Unit VantreaseA | 613 Vantrease Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Cypress Creek | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Cobblestone Corners | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| 120 Oakley | The Broadmoor | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Meadow Creek | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| 3122 Brickdale Ln, Unit B | 3122 Brickdale Ln | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Forest Park | The Madison | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| Bldg A | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Falcon View Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Dupont Avenue Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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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 Madison Flats listed at $950.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Apartment is $814 at Dupont Avenue 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 $884 at Meadow Creek.
What is the most affordable Madison Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Madison Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Buffalo Trail Apartments and starts from $789.
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