
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Madison Neighborhood of Madison, TN from $700 (31 Rentals)
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Madison Flats

Gibson Creek Apartments

Crossings at Madison
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Birchstone Village

River Retreat Apartments

Hickory Lofts
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207 Ensley Ave

1320 Coreland Dr

615 Neelys Bend Rd
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330 Cumberland Ave

555 N Dupont Ave

252 Robinwood 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 |
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East Madison Studio Apartments | $1,325 | $920 | $1,610 |
East Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,348 | $908 | $2,417 |
East Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,751 | $1,085 | $3,210 |
East Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,041 | $1,500 | $2,431 |
East Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,611 | $2,525 | $2,695 |
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There are currently 31 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 Dupont Avenue Apartments priced from $908. Madison Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $920. Here are the most affordable East Madison apartments for rent in Nashville, TN:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Dupont Avenue Apartments | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $908 |
Madison Flats | The Carter | Studio,1BA | $920 |
Gibson Creek Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
Madison Gardens | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Forest Park | The Neely | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
Crossings at Madison | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $996 |
Orchard Park | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,031 |
200 Webster | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,060 |
Rothwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
Berkley Hills | 1 BR Garden | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Madison, TN
As of July 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the East 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 East Madison apartment is the BRAND NEW Phase 2 - 2 BR Model at Graybrook and Graycroft starting at $1,500 with a $1.42 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. |
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The Orchards Rental Homes | Rosewood | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.36 |
Graybrook and Graycroft | BRAND NEW Phase 2 - 2 BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
River Retreat Apartments | 2 Bedroom One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Falcon View Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Birchstone Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Heatherwood Apartments | B Building (W/D Included) - 760sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
Crossings at Madison | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Forest Park | The Neely | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Gibson Creek Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Dupont Avenue Apartments | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Madison, Madison, TN
Ranked #7
Among neighborhoods in Madison, TN for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Madison. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the East Madison Neighborhood in Madison, TN
Walk Score®
16 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
16 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
21 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 East Madison Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Madison?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Madison is under $1,095.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Madison?
The cheapest apartment in East Madison is Dupont Avenue Apartments which is listed at $908, while the average apartment in East Madison costs $2,545.
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 10 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 $117 which is $2,428 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Madison.
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