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Cumberland View Towers
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cumberland View Towers

1201 Cheyenne BlvdMadison, TN 37115
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October Homes
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

October Homes

606 N Dupont AveMadison, TN 37115
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223 Foxboro Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

223 Foxboro Dr

223 Foxboro DrMadison, TN 37115
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Cumberland Crossing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cumberland Crossing

333 Rio Vista DrMadison, TN 37115
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333 Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

333 Apartments

333 Gallatin Pike SMadison, TN 37115
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Easton Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Easton Apartments

714 Due West Ave NMadison, TN 37115
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Cottonwood Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cottonwood Apartments

900 E Old Hickory BlvdMadison, TN 37115
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Madison, TN Local Guide

Cheapest Available Madison Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Madison, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Dupont Avenue Apartments in the Ivy Hill neighborhood priced from $908. Crossings at East Nashville in the Music Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $928. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Madison apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dupont Avenue Apartments1 Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$908
Crossings at East Nashville1x11BR,1BA$928
Gibson Creek Apartments1X11BR,1BA$945
Madison Gardens1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Forest ParkThe Neely1BR,1BA$965
Cobblestone Corners1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$987
Crossings at Madison1x11BR,1BA$996
The Bend NashvilleThe Cline1BR,1BA$1,010
Ewing HeightsThree Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1,011
Jackson Grove Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,032

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Madison, TN

As of July 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Madison area is the $1.36 price per square foot Rosewood Model at The Orchards Rental Homes in the in the Ivy Hill neighborhood starting from $2,525. The second greatest value Madison apartment is the 3 Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Buffalo Trail Apartments starting at $1,559 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Brick Church Bellshire 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.
The Orchards Rental HomesRosewood4BR,2.5BA$1.36
Buffalo Trail Apartments3 Bedroom Two Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.32
Cypress Creek Townhomes2BR2BR,2BA$1.25
The Briarville Apartments2 Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.25
Meadow Creek2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.19
Oaks at Old Hickory2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.33
Cobblestone Corners1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.04
Falcon View Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.33
Highland Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.37
Crossings at Madison1x11BR,1BA$1.36

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Getting Around Madison, TN

Walk Score®

41 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

31 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

33 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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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 The Leslie listed at $1,045.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Apartment is $908 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 $1,085 at Gibson Creek Apartments.

What is the most affordable Madison Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Madison Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ewing Heights and starts from $1,011.

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