Cheap Gated Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI from $400 (245 Rentals) Page 2 of 5
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Casa Blanca

Brighton Square

The Landing on East Hill Parkway

Maple Grove Commons

PARK TOWER

Greenbriar Village

Capitol Centre Court Apartments

202-204 N Pinckney St
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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29 Langdon St

PACKTENN

Granite Ridge Apartments

Hidden Creek Residences

Carbon at Union Corners

Stockbridge Trails

Eastpark Apartments

Nexus at Union Corners

2605 University Ave

Prairie Park Senior Apartments
Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

Autumn Lake Apartments

Heather Downs Apartments

Briarwood Apartments

Barrington Place

Park Central

Revelry

Grand Park

The Summit Residences

Pinney Lane

Tailor Place

Inez Apartments

RI Apartments

Rivers Edge Apartments

Washington Court Apartments

2500 Rimrock Lofts

The Madison Mark

Whitney Point

Ella

Starkweather Place

Blueberry Hill Apartments

Elevate Apartments

Hanover Square Apartments

601 @ University Park

The Depot Apartments

Blackhawk Trails Apartments

The Tuscany on Pleasant View
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 | $1,474 | $749 | $3,945 |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,722 | $641 | $4,685 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,130 | $686 | $7,000 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,545 | $839 | $6,450 |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,555 | $1,099 | $6,700 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,494 | $1,199 | $8,150 |
Explore Madison
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
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Madison Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Madison?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Madison is under $884.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Madison?
The cheapest apartment in Madison is Rise-Madison which is listed at $639, while the average apartment in Madison costs $4,106.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Madison?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4,975 regular apartments in Madison that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Madison?
Cheap apartments in Madison have an average cost of $443 which is $3,663 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Madison.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!





