New Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI (334 Rentals)

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Live McKee
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$1,550 - $1,795

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Base Rent$1,550 - $1,795

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Built in 2026Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Live McKee

6708 Mader DrMadison, WI 53719
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The Waterfall
$1,510 - $2,670

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Base Rent$1,510 - $2,670

Total Monthly Price$1,510 - $2,670
Built in 2026Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Waterfall

8421 Mansion Hill AveMadison, WI 53719
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Virtue
$1,845 - $1,945

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Base Rent$1,845 - $1,945

Total Monthly Price$1,845 - $1,945
Built in 20251 Bedroom Apartments Available Soon

Virtue

531 West Washington AvenueMadison, WI 53703
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Irwin
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$1,420 - $3,380

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Base Rent$1,420 - $3,380

Total Monthly Price$1,420 - $3,380
Built in 2025Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Irwin

838 Williamson StMadison, WI 53703
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The Duncan
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$1,491 - $4,950

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Built in 2025Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Duncan

1625 Lock LnMadison, WI 53703
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Nexus at Union Corners
$1,324 - $3,005

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Base Rent$1,324 - $3,005

Total Monthly Price$1,324 - $3,005
Built in 2022Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Nexus at Union Corners

2521 East Washington AveMadison, WI 53704
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Esker
$1,495 - $3,080

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Base Rent$1,495 - $3,080

Total Monthly Price$1,495 - $3,080
Built in 2021Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Esker

2850 Bedrock LnMadison, WI 53719
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252 Dunning
$3,100

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Base Rent$3,100

Total Monthly Price$3,100
Built in 20252 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

252 Dunning

252 Dunning StMadison, WI 53704
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ONE 09
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$1,775 - $14,130

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Base Rent$1,775 - $14,130

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ONE 09

109 E Wilson StMadison, WI 53703
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The Fitzgerald
$1,530 - $2,875

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Base Rent$1,530 - $2,875

Total Monthly Price$1,530 - $2,875
Built in 20231 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Fitzgerald

3914 Monona DrMadison, WI 53716
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Axton
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$1,049 - $1,795Built in 2024Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Axton

750 Regent StMadison, WI 53715
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The Brennan
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$1,700 - $2,450

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Base Rent$1,700 - $2,450

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Built in 20231 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Brennan

1689 Capital AveMadison, WI 53705
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Madison's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Madison and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Mike Heuer

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Avenir Apartments
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$2,185 - $3,590

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Base Rent$2,185 - $3,590

Total Monthly Price$2,185 - $3,590
Built in 20232 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 1

Avenir Apartments

510 W Washington AveMadison, WI 53703
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Arden
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$1,595 - $3,295Built in 2020Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Arden

1050 E Washington AveMadison, WI 53703
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The Edge
$1,575 - $3,720

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Base Rent$1,575 - $3,720

Total Monthly Price$1,575 - $3,720
Built in 2019Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Edge

309 S Blount StMadison, WI 53703
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Lyric
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$1,600 - $3,200Built in 2017Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Lyric

1010 E Washington AveMadison, WI 53703
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Madison, WI Local Guide

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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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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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Madison Overview

It is hard to find a more All-American city than Madison, beautifully situated on an isthmus between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona. Madison is the second largest city in Wisconsin, behind Milwaukee, and is the state capital as well as home of the well-respected University of Wisconsin-Madison. Madison is clean and well-laid out with a low unemployment rate and low crime rate that makes it a great place to live and work for both families and young professionals. From farmers markets to festivals to sports to arts and recreation Madison offers something for everybody to enjoy. More than half a million people live in homes and apartments in Madison and the surrounding metro area.

Why live in Madison, WI?

"In Madison you get the best of two worlds with the city the center of Wisconsin state politics and also the benefits of living in a ""college town"". Both the state government and the University of Wisconsin-Madison provide good job opportunities to residents. Madison has one of the highest concentrations of college grads in the country making it a ""smart city"" to live in. Madison promotes a healthy lifestyle with year-round recreation activities from ice skating and cross-country skiing in the winter to boating and hiking in the summer. Madison is home to a vibrant music and performing arts scene. No matter what you like to do for fun and adventure, Madison apartments make an excellent place to call home!"

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Frequently Asked Questions about New Madison Apartments

What is the Cheapest New apartment in Madison?

Currently the most affordable New Apartment in Madison is at The Oscar Family Apartments listed at $567.

How much is the average rent for a New Madison Apartment?

The average rent for a New Apartment in Madison is $2,014.

What is the largest New Madison Apartment for rent?

Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Madison is a 2,695 square feet unit starting from $2,650 at Reverie Rental Homes.

What is the average size for Madison New Apartments for rent?

The average size for a New rental in Madison is currently at 660 sq ft.

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.

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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

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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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How Commercial-to-Residential Property Conversions Help the Housing Crisis

Written by: Robin Stewart

Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.