2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI (1,174 Rentals)

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Madison 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: December 08, 2025

There are currently 16932 available 2 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Madison, WI that range in price from $612 to $7,000. West Madison, East Madison and Outer Verona are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 2 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Madison with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
West Madison975$2,059$750
East Madison797$2,045$750
Outer Verona451$1,990$763
Emerson East409$2,900$855
Downtown Madison398$2,519$750
Sherman Terrace392$2,695$750
Bay Creek359$2,205$750
Bassett291$2,600$750
Marquette290$3,250$1,287
Old Market Place290$2,650$750

Largest Available Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Madison, WI is found at The Duncan in the Downtown Madison neighborhood and is 1,856 square feet priced from $4,238. Boulder Creek in the Far West Side neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,793 square feet and currently listed start at $2,375. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Madison:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The DuncanTH2A1,856 Sq Ft$4,238
Boulder CreekTHF1,793 Sq Ft$2,375
Catalina CrossingSequoia - WP1,775 Sq Ft$2,349
The Edge at Terravessa4888 2BD/2.5BA Townhouse1,754 Sq Ft$2,050
Paragon Place at Bear Claw WayT21,725 Sq Ft$2,882
Preserve WestThe Birch1,692 Sq Ft$1,660
The Edge at Cottage Grove CommonsCG-Townhouse61,670 Sq Ft$2,095
Bakers PlaceBP11,669 Sq Ft$7,000
Yahara TerraceB61,645 Sq Ft$2,350
306 West2-Bed, 2-Bath1,634 Sq Ft$3,200

Cheapest Available Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of December 08, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Madison, WI is the 2x2 Model starting from $784 at Broadway Lofts and Townhomes in the Pflaum Road neighborhood. The second most affordable Madison 2 Bedroom is the 2/1 Model at Point Place Senior Apartments starting at $988 in the Far West Side neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Madison is currently $2,149. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Madison:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Broadway Lofts and Townhomes2x2$784
Point Place Senior Apartments2/1$988
The Life at Madison Grove2 BED 1 BATH$1,000
Pheasant RidgeB1W/D$1,020
Eagle Harbor2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$1,064
451 S Main StUnit$1,095
Southview Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath$1,095
Rosewood Villas - Senior2 Bedroom$1,165

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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

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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

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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Madison Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Madison with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Madison is at Broadway Lofts and Townhomes listed at $784.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Madison Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Madison is $2,149.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Madison Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Madison is a 1,856 square feet unit starting from $4,238 at The Duncan.

What is the average size for Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Madison is currently 1,087 sq ft.

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