
Apartments for Rent with Specials in Madison, WI (171 Rentals)
Apartments in Madison with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.


The Penny

Irwin

Starkweather Place

The Adria 179 W. Wilson St.

Madison Estates

EO Madison Yards

Grand Teton

Ovation 309

High Point Commons Apartments
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The Victoria at Huxley Yards

ONE 09

The Marquee

Axton

The Point on Washington

Eastpark Apartments

Avenir Apartments

The 85 at Maple Grove
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Arden

NoVo

The Marling

Ridgeview Heights

2500 Rimrock Lofts

Nantucket Apartments

Royal Arms Apartments

The Monticello

Preserve West

Sycamore Woods
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Illuminate Luxury Residences

Rosewood Villas - Senior

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Rise-Madison

Midvale Heights Apartments

Maple Grove Apartments

Heathercrest Apartments

Palisade

Whispering Hills Townhouses

Glendale Townhomes
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Summit Hill

Park Village Apartments

Barrington Place

50Twenty

Domain

The Meadows Apartments

The Madison Mark

Waterfront

Reverie Rental Homes

Wrenfield at Pleasant View
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Madison?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Studio Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,489 | $775 | $4,680 |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,746 | $617 | $4,720 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $2,139 | $763 | $10,000+ |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $2,392 | $675 | $6,450 |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $2,464 | $675 | $6,700 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,236 | $1,199 | $8,150 |
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Top Apartments in Madison, WI with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 01-21-2026Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Madison, WI apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
Madison Estates
$1,500 off when you move in by 1/16/2026! Tour and Apply Today!Expires 01-21-2026
EO Madison Yards
One to Two Months Free on Select Floorplans! *Pricing Reflects Special IncludedExpires 01-22-2026
Sycamore Woods
Limited-Time Offer: Move-in by 1/31 and enjoy 1 Month FREE! *Issued After 30 Days of Residency* *Restrictions Apply* Call our office to learn more and schedule a tour!Expires 01-22-2026
Rosewood Villas - Senior
Apply now and get $500 off at move-in on select apartments! Min 11-month lease required. Terms and conditions apply.Expires 01-22-2026
Wrenfield at Pleasant View
Settle into a cozy two-bedroom at Wrenfield at Pleasant View — with a private garage on select units, a must-have this winter. For a limited time, receive up to $1,000 off select apartments when your lease starts by 1/15/26.Expires 01-22-2026
The Meadowlands
*New Year Special* 1 Month Free + 1/2 Off Security Deposit when you move in by 1/30/26Expires 01-22-2026
Eastpark Apartments
Move In By January 31, 2026 and Receive One Month Free! *Terms and conditions apply. Contact our office for more information.Expires 01-22-2026
New Fountains
Select 2 Bedrooms Now Offered At A Reduced Monthly Rate! Hurry! Only a Few Left! Must Apply & Move In By 1/31!Expires 01-22-2026
Rivers Edge Apartments
Reduced Monthly Rent on Select 2 Bedroom Homes! Check Out The Kalmia Large Floor Plan Now! Must Apply & Move In By 1/31!Expires 01-22-2026
ONE 09
Sign a 13+ month lease and receive 1 month free base rent! PLUS get 3 months of free parking, for one car, when you lease a one- or two-bedroom home. Available for a limited time with no set end date. Restrictions may apply.Expires 01-22-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Madison, WI
Specials updated: 01-21-2026Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Madison, WI. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Maple Grove Apartments
$250 off first month's rent for Epic employees 1 bedroom units and 2 bedroom units. First Month Free! Available on Select UnitsExpires 10-01-2026
Summit Hill
Reduced rent on select apartment homes and 1st Month free with 13 month lease! Call the office for more details.Expires 01-31-2026
The Meadows Apartments
$500 off your move in cost on select few apartment homes. Call now before this opportunity slips away!Expires 01-31-2026
Park Village Apartments
$500 Off your move-in cost, call office for more details!Expires 03-31-2026
Irwin
**First Month's Rent FREE + 12 Months of FREE Parking with a 12-Month Lease! Apply (and get approved) within one week of your showing and receive a $200 Amazon Gift Card upon move-in!!** (This promo applies to NEW tenants only)Expires 01-31-2026
High Point Commons Apartments
Move in before 2026 to get ONE MONTH FREE on vacant apartments!* $100 Security Deposit if you apply on the same day as the showing!* Central Air Circulating Systems available!* Furnished Apartment Available!* *Terms & conditions apply. Call our lovely staff to learn more!Expires 01-31-2026
137-141 N Franklin St
Discounted security deposits specials is $1000.00 for qualified applicants. If you don't have a car the rent is $2000.00/mn. if you do have a car the rent is $2,200.00/mn.Expires 01-31-2026
Tucson Trails LLC
We have immediate availability for 3 bedroom/1 bathroom. Please call our office if you are interested in scheduling a showing or to learn more information!! First Month Free-With Signed 12 Month Lease.Expires 01-31-2026
106 S Hancock St
One Month Free!Expires 07-31-2026
The Point on Washington
Sign a 13-month lease to receive one month of rent free, prorated over the lease term! Same-day tour applications qualify for a $100 gift card at move-in!Expires 01-31-2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Madison Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Madison?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Madison is at Freedom Ring Apartments listed at $875.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Madison Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Madison is $1,962.
What is the largest Rent Specials Madison Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Madison is a 2,213 square feet unit starting from $1,674 at Paragon Place at Bear Claw Way.
What is the average size for Madison Rent Specials Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Madison is currently at 676 sq ft.
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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.

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Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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