
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI (97 Rentals)
Rental terms in Madison as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


3 Months, 12 Months
PELOTON RESIDENCES, LLC - Phase 1

12 Months
Greenbriar Village

Irwin North

1 Month, 12 Months
Sandburg Studios

12 Months
Grand Teton Apartments

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High Point Commons Apartments

West End @ University Park

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The Fitzgerald

12 Months
Revelry Living
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12 Months
The Summit Residences

12 Months
Royal Arms Apartments

2 Months, 12 Months
Preserve West

6 Months, 9 Months, 12 Months, 15 Months
The Point on Washington

LIBERTY VALLEY APARTMENTS

12 Months
The Saddlery Madison

Valued Stay Aloha

1 Month, 12 Months
Madison Townhomes – Scenic View

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Heathercrest Apartments

12 Months
Whispering Hills Townhouses
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12 Months
Briarwood Apartments

12 Months
Stonewood Village Apartments

12 Months
The Meadows

12 Months
The Tuxedo Apartments

6 Months, 12 Months
Woodland Reserve Apartments

12 Months
601 @ University Park

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Vicino Madison

6 Months, 12 Months
Valued Stay Madison

12 Months
City Center Junction Apartments

6 Months, 12 Months
Hatchery Haven
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12 Months
Rivers Edge Apartments

12 Months
Kensington Pointe Apartments

6 Months, 12 Months
PMM + MS

12 Months
The Medallion: Fully Furnished Utilities Incl

12 Months
Lake Point Terrace

12 Months
Brighton Square

12 Months
Capital Park Apartments

106 S Hancock St

Freedom Park Apartments

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Arbor Hills
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1 Month, 12 Months
Nature Valley Apartments

Countryside Corporate Apartments

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Kennedy Place

3 Months, 12 Months
WINGRA POINT RESIDENCES LLC

12 Months
Courtyard Apartments

12 Months
Copper Creek

12 Months
Waldorf Midtown

12 Months
Furnished Studio-Madison - Junction Court

12 Months
Furnished Studio-Madison - Old Sauk Rd.

1 Month
1253 Williamson St
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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 Short-term Studio Apartments | $1,507 | $800 | $3,945 |
| Madison Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,736 | $641 | $10,000+ |
| Madison Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,134 | $763 | $10,000+ |
| Madison Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,460 | $675 | $10,000+ |
| Madison Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,263 | $650 | $6,700 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,156 | $1,214 | $8,150 |
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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 Short-term Madison Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Madison?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Madison is at Valued Stay Madison listed at $800.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Madison Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Madison is $1,853.
What is the largest Short-term Madison Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Madison is a 2,032 square feet unit starting from $1,420 at Preserve West.
What is the average size for Madison Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Madison is currently at 671 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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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.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
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.