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Madison, WI Local Guide

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Madison 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 08, 2025

There are currently 16810 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Madison, WI that range in price from $513 to $4,470. East Madison, West Madison and Bay Creek are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Madison with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
East Madison983$1,675$890
West Madison954$1,750$641
Bay Creek556$1,860$855
Emerson East482$1,995$900
Downtown Madison469$1,950$900
Sherman Terrace466$2,020$900
Bassett435$2,050$900
Capitol424$2,050$900
First Settlement424$2,102$900
Mansion Hill423$2,055$900

Largest Available Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Madison, WI is found at apollo 502 in the East Side neighborhood and is 1,197 square feet priced from $1,730. Bloom in the Eastmorland neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,164 square feet and currently listed start at $2,325. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Madison:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
apollo 502D1+Bonus1,197 Sq Ft$1,730
BloomB61,164 Sq Ft$2,325
Madison and MainC51,125 Sq Ft$1,400
TalonOne Bed + Den1,107 Sq Ft$2,075
Latitude 43B51,081 Sq Ft$1,700
Paragon Place at Bear Claw WayA41,077 Sq Ft$1,777
The EdisonB71,069 Sq Ft$1,950
Autumn Lake ApartmentsModel E1,065 Sq Ft$1,450
Brownpoint ReserveOne Bedroom w/Den1,026 Sq Ft$2,085
306 Westone -Bedroom + Den943 Sq Ft$2,250

Cheapest Available Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 08, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Madison, WI is the B Model starting from $646 at Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments in the West Side neighborhood. The second most affordable Madison 1 Bedroom is the A2 Model at The Shield starting at $842 in the The Isthmus neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Madison is currently $1,721. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Madison:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Oak Ridge at University Park Senior ApartmentsB$646
The ShieldA2$842
Gargano Propertiesone$900
Normandy Square 55+One Bedroom (Income Restricted 40%)$922
Point Place Senior Apartments1/1$925
Nature Valley Apartments1 bed/ 1 bath$925
Oakridge Apartments1BR/1BA$950
The Ridge Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Interior$985
Cherry Tree CrossingRemodeled One Bedroom$990

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Madison Overview

It is hard to find a more All-American city than Madison, beautifully situated on an isthmus between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona. Madison is the second largest city in Wisconsin, behind Milwaukee, and is the state capital as well as home of the well-respected University of Wisconsin-Madison. Madison is clean and well-laid out with a low unemployment rate and low crime rate that makes it a great place to live and work for both families and young professionals. From farmers markets to festivals to sports to arts and recreation Madison offers something for everybody to enjoy. More than half a million people live in homes and apartments in Madison and the surrounding metro area.

Why live in Madison, WI?

"In Madison you get the best of two worlds with the city the center of Wisconsin state politics and also the benefits of living in a ""college town"". Both the state government and the University of Wisconsin-Madison provide good job opportunities to residents. Madison has one of the highest concentrations of college grads in the country making it a ""smart city"" to live in. Madison promotes a healthy lifestyle with year-round recreation activities from ice skating and cross-country skiing in the winter to boating and hiking in the summer. Madison is home to a vibrant music and performing arts scene. No matter what you like to do for fun and adventure, Madison apartments make an excellent place to call home!"

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Madison, WI

Ranked #1

Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Madison, WI

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

35 / 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 1 Bedroom Madison Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Madison with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Madison is at Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments listed at $646.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Madison Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Madison is $1,721.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Madison Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Madison is a 1,197 square feet unit starting from $1,730 at apollo 502.

What is the average size for Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Madison is currently 666 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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