
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI Under $1,500 (485 Rentals)


Signature Pointe

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Nexus at Union Corners

The Ridge Apartments

The Monticello

Greenbriar Village

Maple Grove Apartments

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Sauk Creek

Yorktown Estates

Province Hill
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The Victoria at Huxley Yards - A 55+ Community

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The View at Huxley Yards

The Marquee

Eastpark Apartments

Elevate Apartments

Cross Hill Heights

22 Slate

Silverstone

Ridgeview Heights

2500 Rimrock Lofts
Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Create a productive work-from-home apartment setup, even in a small space or studio. Discover layout ideas, desk solutions, and organization tips that actually work.

Inez Apartments

Capitol View Apartments

Stone Creek

Madison Apartments

High Point Woods

Revelry Living

Luna Residences

Door Creek Apartments

The Intersect

The Point on Washington
Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
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Liberty Valley Apartments

Rosewood Villas - Senior

Rise-Madison

The Urbana

University Bay

Canopy Trails I

Glendale Townhomes

Summit Hill

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Shadow Creek

Barrington Place
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River Bend Apartments at the Arboretum

50Twenty

Briarwood Apartments

The Meadows Apartments

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Prairie Park Senior Apartments

Park Village Apartments

Grand Park

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PACKTENN

Butler Plaza

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Quarter Row at the Yards
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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 | $715 | $2,601 |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,693 | $590 | $5,255 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,112 | $763 | $6,472 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,506 | $866 | $10,000+ |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,875 | $938 | $6,700 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,296 | $941 | $7,250 |
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Lakeshore to Lecture Hall: Finding Your Perfect Student Apartment in Madison, WI
Discover the best student housing neighborhoods for renting in Madison, Wisconsin! This guide covers apartments near the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Edgewood University, Herzing University, and Madison Area Technical College, detailing locations like Regent, Shorewood Hills, Dudgeon-Monroe, and more for your perfect college home.
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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 $1,693.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Madison Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Madison is a 1,326 square feet unit starting from $1,745 at Prairie Grove.
What is the average size for Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Madison is currently 280 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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.

Lakeshore to Lecture Hall: Finding Your Perfect Student Apartment in Madison, WI
Written by: Mike Heuer
I am Mike, your guide to student housing in the Greater Madison, Wisconsin, area. Madison is a terrific city that also is the Capital of Wisconsin.

An Insiders Guide to 6 Reasons Why Locals Love Renting in Madison, Wisconsin
Written by: Mike Heuer
Madison is Wisconsin’s capital city and its second-largest city, with a population of more than 260,000.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.