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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Studio Apartments | $1,532 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,763 | $641 | $5,121 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,155 | $763 | $6,600 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,453 | $675 | $6,535 |
Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,376 | $675 | $6,700 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,188 | $1,199 | $8,150 |
There are currently 1618 available 4 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Madison, WI that range in price from $675 to $10,000. East Madison, Sherman Terrace and Bassett are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 4 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Madison with the most available 4 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Madison | 97 | $1,510 | $675 |
| Sherman Terrace | 96 | $1,495 | $675 |
| Bassett | 93 | $1,499 | $675 |
| Bay Creek | 93 | $1,500 | $675 |
| Capitol | 93 | $1,499 | $675 |
| Downtown Madison | 93 | $1,505 | $675 |
| Mansion Hill | 93 | $1,499 | $675 |
| Miffland | 93 | $1,499 | $675 |
| Old Market Place | 93 | $1,490 | $675 |
| State-Langdon | 93 | $1,497 | $675 |
The largest available 4 Bedroom apartment unit in Madison, WI is found at Chapter at Madison in the Downtown Madison neighborhood and is 1,476 square feet priced from $1,099. Axton has the second largest 4 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,417 square feet and currently listed start at $1,475. Here is today’s list of the largest available 4 Bedroom units in Madison:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapter at Madison | 4BR/4BA - D6 | 1,476 Sq Ft | $1,099 |
| Axton | 4BR/4BA - The Four B | 1,417 Sq Ft | $1,475 |
| The View at Huxley Yards | Four Bedroom 60% AMI | 1,406 Sq Ft | $1,737 |
| Waterfront Apartments | Q | 1,389 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| Pres House Apartments | Bedroom (Shared) | 1,200 Sq Ft | $1,700 |
| Collegiate Campus Apartments | 4 Bedroom 2 Bath City Views (7th/8th Floor) | 1,100 Sq Ft | $675 |
As of February 20, 2026 the lowest priced 4 Bedroom apartment unit in Madison, WI is the 4-Bedroom, 2-Bath Model starting from $1,065 at Varsity Campus Apartments in the Downtown Madison neighborhood. The second most affordable Madison 4 Bedroom is the X Model at Waterfront Apartments starting at $1,249 in the The Isthmus neighborhood. The average price for all 4 Bedroom apartments in Madison is currently $2,376. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 4 Bedroom options in Madison:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Varsity Campus Apartments | 4-Bedroom, 2-Bath | $1,065 |
| Waterfront Apartments | X | $1,249 |
| Pres House Apartments | Bedroom A,B,C,D (Individual) | $1,275 |
| Axton | 4BR/4BA - The Four G | $1,425 |
| The View at Huxley Yards | Four Bedroom 50% AMI | $1,737 |
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Write a ReviewIt 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.
"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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There are currently 539 Studio Apartments in Madison with rent ranges from $800 to $14,570 with an average price of $1,532.
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Madison ranges from $641 to $5,121 with an average monthly rent of $1,763.
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Madison range from $763 to $6,600. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,155.
There are currently 437 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Madison on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $675 to $6,535 - averaging $2,453 for the location.
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