
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Madison, TN from $500 (66 Rentals)
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The Leslie

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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 |
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Cheap Madison Studio Apartments | $1,344 | $950 | $1,610 |
Cheap Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,361 | $559 | $3,002 |
Cheap Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,638 | $1,085 | $3,900 |
Cheap Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,876 | $1,011 | $7,478 |
Cheap Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,597 | $1,720 | $3,099 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Dupont Avenue Apartments | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $908 |
Crossings at East Nashville | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $928 |
Gibson Creek Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
Madison Gardens | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Forest Park | The Neely | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
Cobblestone Corners | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $987 |
Crossings at Madison | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $996 |
The Bend Nashville | The Cline | 1BR,1BA | $1,010 |
Ewing Heights | Three Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,011 |
Jackson Grove Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Orchards Rental Homes | Rosewood | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.36 |
Buffalo Trail Apartments | 3 Bedroom Two Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
Cypress Creek Townhomes | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
The Briarville Apartments | 2 Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
Meadow Creek | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
Oaks at Old Hickory | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Cobblestone Corners | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
Falcon View Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Highland Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
Crossings at Madison | 1x1 | 1BR,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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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