
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI from $763 (345 Rentals)


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Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments

New Langdon

134 E Johnson

5021 Old Middleton Rd

Madison Mayfair Apartments

3613 Kipling Dr

2409 Brentwood Pkwy

Seven Oaks Apartments
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Lake Point Drive Apartments
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Normandy Square 55+

Westhaven Village Apartments

Yorktown Estates

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Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+)

Rosewood Villas

Petra Apartments

Capitol View Apartments

North Park Apartments
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Meadowood Apartments

Elka Lane Apartments

The Oscar Family Apartments

Catalpa Crossing Apartments

Rock Apartments

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Northern Bluffs

Novation Senior
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2401 Brentwood Pkwy, Unit 3

The Meadows Apartments

Commercial Avenue

Magnolia Lane Apartments

Valor on Washington

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Prentice Park

The Derby

Town's Edge Apartments

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The View at Huxley 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 | $1,478 | $700 | $2,601 |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,684 | $590 | $3,750 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $763 | $6,625 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,482 | $550 | $10,000+ |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,913 | $938 | $6,700 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,134 | $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.
Read ArticleDon't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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Read ArticleReal Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University
From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Madison Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Madison?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Madison is at The Landing at 818 listed at $732.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Madison Apartment is $732 at The Landing at 818.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Madison Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Madison is starting from $732 at The Landing at 818.
What is the most affordable Madison Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Madison Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Landing at 818 and starts from $732.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

The Expert's 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 Insider's 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.

Finding Your Place in Madison: Neighborhoods Close to the Citys Biggest Jobs
Written by: Mike Heuer
Madison, Wisconsin, is three communities in one. It is a college town that is home to the flagship university in the University of Wisconsin system.
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.