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Hub on Campus Madison
437 N Frances StMadison, WI 53703
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Pres House Apartments
439 E Campus MallMadison, WI 53703
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632 Howard Place
632 Howard PlMadison, WI 53703
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229 Lakelawn *Student Housing*
229 W Lakelawn PlMadison, WI 53703
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If you have the option of living off campus in your own apartment...that is the sure fire way to go! Learn a few reasons why. Click below to read more.
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Towers on State
502 N Frances StMadison, WI 53703
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832 Regent StMadison, WI 53715
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339 W Gorham StMadison, WI 53703
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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 | $1,465 | $835 | $4,670 |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,701 | $565 | $5,200 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,125 | $747 | $7,295 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,540 | $699 | $10,000+ |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,764 | $750 | $4,900 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,646 | $699 | $7,277 |
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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
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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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 $875.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Madison?
The cheapest apartment in Madison is The Canyons which is listed at $625, while the average apartment in Madison costs $2,559.
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 4,243 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 $371 which is $2,188 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Madison.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.
Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.
Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters
Written by: Brandie Parton
As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.
Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.
Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.