Cheap Student Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI from $300 (34 Rentals)

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244 on Gilman
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

244 on Gilman

244 W Gilman StMadison, WI 53703
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Laurel Commons
Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Laurel Commons

208 W Gorham StMadison, WI 53703
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613 Maggie Frances
2 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

613 Maggie Frances

613 N Frances StMadison, WI 53703
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Hellenbrand Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Hellenbrand Apartments

111 S Bassett StMadison, WI 53703
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Randall Park Rentals
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Randall Park Rentals

1308 Spring StMadison, WI 53715
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635 Howard Pl
Studio to 8 Bedroom Apartments

635 Howard Pl

635 Howard PlMadison, WI 53703
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Hub on Campus Madison
Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Hub on Campus Madison

437 N Frances StMadison, WI 53703
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The Highlander
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Highlander

121 W Gilman StMadison, 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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Statesider
2 Bedroom Apartments

Statesider

505 N Frances StMadison, WI 53703
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Yugo Madison Lux
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Yugo Madison Lux

433 W Johnson StMadison, WI 53703
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The Lakeshore
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Lakeshore

122 E Gilman StMadison, WI 53703
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The Regent
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Regent

1402 Regent StMadison, WI 53711
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Vantage Point
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Vantage Point

1323 W Dayton StMadison, WI 53715
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29 Langdon St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

29 Langdon St

29 Langdon StMadison, WI 53703
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315 N Pinckney St
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

315 N Pinckney St

315 N Pinckney StMadison, WI 53703
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Lucky
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Lucky

777 University AveMadison, WI 53715
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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 $895.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Madison?

The cheapest apartment in Madison is Eagle Harbor which is listed at $613, while the average apartment in Madison costs $3,985.

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 5,680 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 $554 which is $3,431 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

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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.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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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.

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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.