
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent with Specials in Madison, WI (173 Rentals)


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Live McKee

Signature Pointe

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The Penny

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Virtue

The Adria 179 W. Wilson St.

The Eastern

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The Continental - Live Timelessly

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Galaxie High Rise Apartments

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Irwin
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EO Madison Yards

The Monticello

Grand Teton Apartments

Ovation 309

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Sauk Creek Apartments

Province Hill

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The Victoria at Huxley Yards - A 55+ Community

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The View at Huxley Yards

Yorktown Estates

Seven20
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Illuminate Luxury Residences

West End @ University Park

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ONE 09

The Marquee

Revelry Living

Avenir Apartments

The Meadowlands

Cross Hill Heights

The Marling
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Lyric

Luna Residences

NoVo

22 Slate

Rosewood Villas - Senior

Rise-Madison

The Point on Washington

The Intersect

Liberty Valley Apartments

Maple Grove Apartments
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The Urbana

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West Washington Place

Tuscany on Pleasant View

The Madison Mark

50Twenty

Domain

Glendale Townhomes

The Tuxedo Apartments

Wrenfield at Pleasant View

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PACKTENN
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Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Madison?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Studio Apartments | $1,489 | $475 | $2,615 |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,722 | $525 | $5,250 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,110 | $750 | $8,746 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,510 | $675 | $10,000+ |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,293 | $650 | $6,700 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,238 | $1,049 | $8,150 |
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Madison, WIPopulation: 258,054
Ranked #81
in US Census Population by City
Pet Friendly LifestyleMadison, WI
Ranked #1
Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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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 The Landing at 818 listed at $612.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Madison Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Madison is $1,722.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Madison Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Madison is a 1,234 square feet unit starting from $1,780 at Highland Ridge.
What is the average size for Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Madison is currently 200 sq ft.
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Experts Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Madison
Written by: Mike Heuer
I’m Mike, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Madison, Wisconsin. I lived and worked in Madison for several years before career opportunities took me elsewhere.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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