
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Madison Neighborhood of Madison, TN from $747 (46 Rentals)
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524 Rothwood Ave

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330 Cumberland Ave

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1114 N Graycroft Ave

323 Forest Park Rd

423 Maple St

608 Brentmeadow Cir

334 E Webster St

193 Welworth St

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555 N Dupont Ave
East Madison, Madison, TN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Madison?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Madison Studio Apartments | $908 | $908 | $908 |
| East Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,323 | $895 | $1,984 |
| East Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,602 | $1,035 | $2,262 |
| East Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,083 | $1,500 | $2,706 |
| East Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,626 | $2,495 | $2,745 |
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There are currently 46 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Madison Neighborhood of Madison, TN.
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Cheapest Available East Madison Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Madison area of Nashville, TN is a 1 Bed unit found at Gibson Creek priced from $895. Dupont Avenue Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $919. Here are the most affordable East Madison apartments for rent in Nashville, TN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gibson Creek | 1 x 1 | Gibson Creek | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Dupont Avenue Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $919 |
| Orchard Park | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $948 |
| Crossings at Madison | A1 - 1Bed, 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Woodruff Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Rothwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
| Forest Park | The Madison | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| River Retreat Apartments | 2 Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,196 |
| 200 Webster | 66915a1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,208 |
| Berkley Hills | 2 BR Townhome (large) | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Madison, TN
As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Madison area is the $1.44 price per square foot Richmond Model at The Orchards Rental Homes in the in the Ivy Hill neighborhood starting from $2,725. The second greatest value East Madison apartment is the Graycroft 3BR Model at Graybrook and Graycroft starting at $1,550 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Ivy Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Madison apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Orchards Rental Homes | Richmond | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.44 |
| Graybrook and Graycroft | Graycroft 3BR | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Neelys Bend Condominiums | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Berkley Hills | 2 BR Townhome (large) | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
| Forest Park | The Madison | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| Crestbrook Meadows Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.48 |
| Crossings at Madison | A1 - 1Bed, 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Orchard Park | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Gibson Creek | 1 x 1 | Gibson Creek | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Dupont Avenue Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Madison Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Madison?
The cheapest apartment in East Madison is Gibson Creek which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in East Madison costs $1,519.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Madison?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 28 regular apartments in East Madison that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Madison?
Cheap apartments in East Madison have an average cost of $452 which is $1,067 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Madison.
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