Apartments for Rent by Owner in Madison, WI (53 Rentals)

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2337 E Johnson St, Unit 1
$1,500

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Base Rent$1,500

Total Monthly Price$1,500
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Oct 1

2337 E Johnson St, Unit 1

2337 E Johnson StMadison, WI 53704
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4674 Hayes Rd, Unit 2
$1,490

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Base Rent$1,490

Total Monthly Price$1,490
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

4674 Hayes Rd, Unit 2

4674 Hayes RdMadison, WI 53704
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318 Island Dr, Unit 318-14
$1,450

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Base Rent$1,450

Total Monthly Price$1,450
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

318 Island Dr, Unit 318-14

318 Island DrMadison, WI 53705
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929 E Johnson St, Unit 1
$1,390

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Base Rent$1,390

Total Monthly Price$1,390
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929 E Johnson St, Unit 1

929 E Johnson StMadison, WI 53703
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1256 Spaight St, Unit 1
$2,645

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Base Rent$2,645

Total Monthly Price$2,645
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Oct 1

1256 Spaight St, Unit 1

1256 Spaight StMadison, WI 53703
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315 Palomino Ln, Unit 1
$2,700

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Base Rent$2,700

Total Monthly Price$2,700
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

315 Palomino Ln, Unit 1

315 Palomino LnMadison, WI 53705
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1237 E Johnson St, Unit 1237
$1,250

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Base Rent$1,250

Total Monthly Price$1,250
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1237 E Johnson St, Unit 1237

1237 E Johnson StMadison, WI 53703
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207 W Gorham St, Unit E
$2,400

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Base Rent$2,400

Total Monthly Price$2,400
4 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

207 W Gorham St, Unit E

207 W Gorham StMadison, WI 53703
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5725 Raymond Rd, Unit 1
$1,575

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Base Rent$1,575

Total Monthly Price$1,575
3 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

5725 Raymond Rd, Unit 1

5725 Raymond RdMadison, WI 53711
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133 E Gorham St
$1,295 - $2,400

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Base Rent$1,295 - $2,400

Total Monthly Price$1,295 - $2,400
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 15, 2027

133 E Gorham St

133 E Gorham StMadison, WI 53703
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137 E Gorham St
$1,100 - $1,800

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Base Rent$1,100 - $1,800

Total Monthly Price$1,100 - $1,800
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 15

137 E Gorham St

137 E Gorham StMadison, WI 53703
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129 E Gorham St
$1,100 - $2,500

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Base Rent$1,100 - $2,500

Total Monthly Price$1,100 - $2,500
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 15, 2027

129 E Gorham St

129 E Gorham StMadison, WI 53703
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109 E Gorham St
$1,195 - $1,995

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Base Rent$1,195 - $1,995

Total Monthly Price$1,195 - $1,995
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 15, 2027

109 E Gorham St

109 E Gorham StMadison, WI 53703
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120 W Windsor Ave, Unit 120
$1,595

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Base Rent$1,595

Total Monthly Price$1,595
2 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 15

120 W Windsor Ave, Unit 120

120 W Windsor AveCottage Grove, WI 53527
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Lakeshore to Lecture Hall: Finding Your Perfect Student Apartment in Madison, WI

Discover the best student housing neighborhoods for renting in Madison, Wisconsin! This guide covers apartments near the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Edgewood University, Herzing University, and Madison Area Technical College, detailing locations like Regent, Shorewood Hills, Dudgeon-Monroe, and more for your perfect college home.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about For rent By Owner Madison Apartments

What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in Madison?

Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in Madison is at 1706 Jefferson St, Unit 1706 A listed at $795.

How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner Madison Apartment?

The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in Madison is $1,825.

What is the largest For rent By Owner Madison Apartment for rent?

Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in Madison is a 2,000 square feet unit starting from $2,700 at 315 Palomino Ln, Unit 1.

What is the average size for Madison For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?

The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in Madison is currently at 1,031 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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Finding Your Place in Madison: Neighborhoods Close to the City's 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.

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An Insider's 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.

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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.

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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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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.