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Coachlight Village Apartments

Courtyard Apartments

Vicino Madison

The Grove Apartments

City Row

Nakoma Commons

Cedar Ridge

Williamson Place

University Bay
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
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Capitol View Apartments

The Heights

Southview Apartments

McKenna Woods

Quisling Terrace

Ridgewood Trails

Theory Madison

Pine Crest Apartments
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Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

The Ace Apartments

Northshore Estates

Chapel Hill Apartments

Elka Lane Apartments

Oakbridge Court LLC

Maple Grove Apartments

Catalpa Crossing Apartments

2210 Winnebago St, Unit 2

1617 Troy Dr

50Twenty

Langdon Hall Apartments

Glendale Townhomes

8Twenty Park

The Oscar Family Apartments

Sycamore Woods

Summit Hill

402 W Wilson Street

Bristol Arms

Canopy Collection - Canopy Trails

Allen House Apartments

Parkview Apartments

Liberty Valley

Novation Senior

Park Village Apartments

Andes Apartments

University Park Commons

Big Sky Manor & High Point Manor

The Oscar Senior Apartments
Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Madison?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Madison Studio Apartments | $1,474 | $749 | $3,945 |
| Cheap Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,722 | $641 | $4,685 |
| Cheap Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,130 | $686 | $7,000 |
| Cheap Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,545 | $839 | $6,450 |
| Cheap Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,555 | $1,099 | $6,700 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,494 | $1,199 | $8,150 |
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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
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 Klassik which is listed at $677, 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 4,965 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 $441 which is $3,665 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!



