
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI from $400 with Swimming Pool (133 Rentals) Page 2 of 3
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Illuminate Luxury Residences

5 High Point Woods Dr, Unit Apt 201

Elevate Apartments

Eastpark Apartments

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Mirabel Apartments

Veritas Village

apollo 502

Briarwood Apartments

Stonewood Village
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Tuscany on Pleasant View

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Live McKee

Midtown Terrace

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Deco Luxury Apartments

Esker

Waterfall

Province Hill

Harbour Town

The 85 at Maple Grove

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Blackhawk Trails Apartments
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The Normandy Apartments

The Eastern

601 @ University Park

Midpoint Meadows

West End @ University Park

Fitchburg Springs

Domain

Trader's Way

Park Cedar Apartments

Arbor Lakes at Middleton
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The Brittany

Valley View Apartments

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Middleton Ridge Apartments

Executive East Apartments

Limestone Ridge Apartments

Quail Run

Springs At Sun Prairie

The Abbey

Iron Gate

Aspen Ridge
Madison's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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Authentix Cottage Grove

Leopold Place

Springs at Deforest

Scenic Ridge Apartments

The Park

The Revere at Smith's Crossing

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Terraces of Windsor Crossing 55+

Catalyst on Main

Tribeca Village

Prima
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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 | $1,483 | $715 | $2,890 |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,706 | $641 | $3,750 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,107 | $763 | $8,070 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,529 | $866 | $10,000+ |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,110 | $969 | $6,700 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,357 | $941 | $7,250 |
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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 $925.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Madison?
The cheapest apartment in Madison is The Landing at 818 which is listed at $612, while the average apartment in Madison costs $3,013.
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 11,900 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 $601 which is $2,412 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Madison.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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.

Lakeshore to Lecture Hall: Finding Your Perfect Student Apartment in Madison, WI
Written by: Mike Heuer
I am Mike, your guide to student housing in the Greater Madison, Wisconsin, area. Madison is a terrific city that also is the Capital of Wisconsin.

An Insiders Guide to 6 Reasons Why Locals Love Renting in Madison, Wisconsin
Written by: Mike Heuer
Madison is Wisconsin’s capital city and its second-largest city, with a population of more than 260,000.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.