3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI (454 Rentals)

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The Penny
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$3,500
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$1,585 - $3,500

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$1,585 - $3,500
3 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1

The Penny

320 S Brearly StMadison, WI 53703
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Virtue
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$3,745 - $4,095
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$1,795 - $4,095

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$1,795 - $4,095
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Virtue

531 West Washington AvenueMadison, WI 53703
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The Duncan
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$4,394 - $5,144
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$1,518 - $4,884
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The Duncan

1625 Lock LnMadison, WI 53703
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Nexus at Union Corners
$2,345 - $3,005
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$1,345 - $3,260
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$1,370 - $3,285
3 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 2

Nexus at Union Corners

2521 East Washington AveMadison, WI 53704
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ONE 09
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$6,490 - $14,130
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$1,590 - $14,045
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ONE 09

109 E Wilson StMadison, WI 53703
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West Washington Place
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$2,978
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$1,728 - $3,698

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West Washington Place

624 W Washington AveMadison, WI 53703
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Madison, WI Local Guide

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Madison 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 20, 2026

There are currently 1988 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Madison, WI that range in price from $675 to $14,130. West Madison, East Madison and Sherman Terrace are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Madison with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
West Madison127$2,307$675
East Madison103$2,295$675
Sherman Terrace58$2,500$675
Bay Creek55$2,375$675
Downtown Madison51$2,575$675
Emerson East48$2,675$1,119
Old Market Place45$2,385$675
Capitol44$2,562$675
Bassett43$2,595$675
Burr Oaks43$2,055$1,226

Largest Available Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Madison, WI is found at St. Croix Apartments in the West Side neighborhood and is 2,450 square feet priced from $3,500. 6820-6850 Redspire Ln in the Lake Windsor neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 2,200 square feet and currently listed start at $2,228. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Madison:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
St. Croix ApartmentsTwo Bed plus Den2,450 Sq Ft$3,500
6820-6850 Redspire LnRedspire2,200 Sq Ft$2,228
The Edge at Terravessa4888 3BD/3.5BA Townhouse2,139 Sq Ft$3,200
Paragon Place at Bear Claw WayR12,079 Sq Ft$3,567
The Townhomes at Hartung FieldsRL 3-Bed2,000 Sq Ft$3,050
Bakers PlaceTH 3.21,871 Sq Ft$5,713
LaCiel3BR+Loft Penthouse1,725 Sq Ft$3,795
Preserve WestThe Elm1,723 Sq Ft$2,325
Latitude 43D11,702 Sq Ft$2,620
The Monticello3BD/2BA (Monticello)1,700 Sq Ft$2,495

Cheapest Available Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 20, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Madison, WI is the 3x2 Model starting from $884 at Uno Terrace in the Far West Side neighborhood. The second most affordable Madison 3 Bedroom is the H Model at Waterfront Apartments starting at $1,225 in the The Isthmus neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Madison is currently $2,458. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Madison:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Uno Terrace3x2$884
Waterfront ApartmentsH$1,225
Northern BluffsSandstone$1,267
Madison Mayfair Apartments3 Bedroom$1,300
Middleton Lakeview Apartments3BR/1.0BA$1,450
Guilford Apartments3 Bedroom/ 1.5 Bathroom$1,495
Madison Estates3x1$1,498
Capitol View Apartments3 Bed 1.5 Bath$1,500
The CanyonsThree Bedroom/Two Bath Income Restricted-Style AAC$1,513

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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!"

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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Madison Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Madison with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Madison is at Uno Terrace listed at $884.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Madison Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Madison is $2,458.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Madison Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Madison is a 2,450 square feet unit starting from $3,500 at St. Croix Apartments.

What is the average size for Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Madison is currently 1,717 sq ft.

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