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Springs at Deforest

The Landmark at Hatchery Hill

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The Terraces of Windsor Crossing

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The Edge at Cottage Grove Commons

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The Preserve at Prairie Lakes

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Heritage Hills Apartments

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The Crest Luxury Apartments

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Legacy Apartments

The Masters Residences

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Siena Ridge

Irish Fields
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Timber Valley Apartments

The Edison

The Vue at Pinnacle Park

Two Points Crossing

Current 1 & 2

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Waterside

Covered Bridge Residences
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Deer Creek

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The Outlook Apartments

Market West Apartments

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Prima

Conservancy Bend Residences

Scenic Ridge Apartments

The Arlo
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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 | $750 | $2,601 |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,692 | $606 | $3,750 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,095 | $763 | $6,640 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,462 | $550 | $10,000+ |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,868 | $700 | $6,700 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,063 | $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 $887.
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 $2,671.
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 11,759 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 $629 which is $2,042 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Madison.
Expert Rental Resources
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Finding Your Place in Madison: Neighborhoods Close to the Citys Biggest Jobs
Written by: Mike Heuer
Madison, Wisconsin, is three communities in one. It is a college town that is home to the flagship university in the University of Wisconsin system.

An Insider's Guide to 6 Reasons Why Locals Love Renting in Madison, Wisconsin
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Madison is Wisconsin’s capital city and its second-largest city, with a population of more than 260,000.

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.

The Expert's 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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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.