Studio Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI (530 Rentals)

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Live McKee
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$1,550 - $1,595
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$1,550 - $1,795

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Live McKee

6708 Mader DrMadison, WI 53719
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The Penny
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$1,585 - $1,995
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$1,585 - $3,500

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$1,585 - $3,500
Studio Apartments Available Mar 1, 2027

The Penny

320 S Brearly StMadison, WI 53703
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The Waterfall
$1,510
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$1,510 - $2,150

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$1,510 - $2,150
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The Waterfall

8421 Mansion Hill AveMadison, WI 53719
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Irwin
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$1,420 - $1,855
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$1,420 - $3,380

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$1,420 - $3,380
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Irwin

838 Williamson StMadison, WI 53703
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The Duncan
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$1,399 - $1,851
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$1,465 - $4,950

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The Duncan

1625 Lock LnMadison, WI 53703
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Nexus at Union Corners
$1,324 - $1,350
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$1,324 - $3,005

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$1,324 - $3,005
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Nexus at Union Corners

2521 East Washington AveMadison, WI 53704
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Esker
$1,495 - $1,515
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$1,495 - $3,080

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$1,495 - $3,080
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Esker

2850 Bedrock LnMadison, WI 53719
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ONE 09
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$1,690 - $2,205
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$1,775 - $14,130

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ONE 09

109 E Wilson StMadison, WI 53703
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The Edge
$1,575 - $1,900
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$1,575 - $3,720

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$1,575 - $3,720
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The Edge

309 S Blount StMadison, WI 53703
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Shadow Creek
$1,270
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$1,270 - $2,305

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$1,270 - $2,305
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Shadow Creek

6747 Pinelake DrMadison, WI 53719
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Madison Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 28, 2026

There are currently 4323 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Madison, WI that range in price from $782 to $3,012. West Madison, East Madison and Downtown Madison are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Madison with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
West Madison251$1,550$782
East Madison245$1,516$782
Downtown Madison157$1,680$782
Bay Creek143$1,680$782
Emerson East136$1,695$895
Sherman Terrace133$1,705$850
Mansion Hill132$1,705$782
Capitol131$1,707$782
Bassett130$1,705$782
First Settlement126$1,705$850

Largest Available Madison Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Madison, WI is found at Meadow Ridge Middleton in the Greenway Station neighborhood and is 1,140 square feet priced from $1,251. Glacier Valley at Reston Heights in the East Madison neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 966 square feet and currently listed start at $1,520. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Madison:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Meadow Ridge Middleton1,140 Sq Ft$1,251
Glacier Valley at Reston HeightsStudio with Loft966 Sq Ft$1,520
The Masters Residences5263-A Studio826 Sq Ft$1,369
Bakers PlaceAL+ADA696 Sq Ft$2,370
Parmenter Circle IJ - Market686 Sq Ft$1,555
Tobacco Lofts at the Yards670 Sq Ft$1,710
Wrenfield at Pleasant ViewS1663 Sq Ft$1,439
Springs at DeforestStudio Grand Overlook662 Sq Ft$1,313
The Adria 179 W. Wilson St.Style S-5659 Sq Ft$2,005
Galaxie High Rise ApartmentsStudio544 Sq Ft$1,559

Cheapest Available Madison Studio Apartments

As of August 28, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Madison, WI is the 0BR/1.0BA Model starting from $895 at Courtyard Apartments in the The Isthmus neighborhood. The second most affordable Madison Studio is the Studio Unfurnished Model at The Baehron starting at $895 in the Liberty Square neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Madison is currently $1,479. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Madison:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Courtyard Apartments0BR/1.0BA$895
The BaehronStudio Unfurnished$895
Metropolitan ApartmentsStudio, 1 bath$900
1301 Spring StStudio$925
The Badger Den Apartments on GilmanWaunona$949
The Point on WashingtonStandard Studio$949
University BayUpdated Studio$949
Holiday Terrace Apartments0 Beds, 1 Baths$950
Gargano Propertiesstudio$980
106 S Hancock StStudio$990

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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 Studio Madison Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Madison with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Madison is at Courtyard Apartments listed at $895.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Madison is $1,479.

What is the largest available Studio Madison Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Madison is a 1,140 square feet unit starting from $1,251 at Meadow Ridge Middleton.

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

The average size for a Studio rental in Madison is currently 508 sq ft.

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