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Madison, WI Local Guide

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Madison Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: October 13, 2025

There are currently 4561 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Madison, WI that range in price from $750 to $4,235. East Madison, West Madison and Bay Creek 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
East Madison283$1,420$750
West Madison221$1,499$750
Bay Creek152$1,575$775
Sherman Terrace147$1,745$775
Downtown Madison145$1,575$775
Bassett142$1,750$775
Capitol141$1,742$775
Mansion Hill141$1,745$775
Miffland141$1,745$775
First Settlement140$1,755$775

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 . Galaxie High Rise Apartments in the The Isthmus neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 749 square feet and currently listed start at $1,749. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Madison:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Meadow Ridge MiddletonD61,140 Sq FtCall for Rates
Galaxie High Rise ApartmentsLuxurie Flat749 Sq Ft$1,749
PELOTON RESIDENCES, LLC - Phase 1PLT - S726 Sq Ft$1,799
Besa MononaS4A721 Sq Ft$1,500
Cannery Square ApartmentsStudio707 Sq Ft$1,195
Bakers PlaceAL+ADA696 Sq Ft$2,585
WeybridgeAster687 Sq Ft$1,178
City Center Junction Apartments655 Sq Ft$1,285

Cheapest Available Madison Studio Apartments

As of October 13, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Madison, WI is the Studio--111 S Bassett Model starting from $705 at Hellenbrand Apartments in the The Isthmus neighborhood. The second most affordable Madison Studio is the 25' studio Model at Pirate Island Apartments starting at $750 in the Pflaum Road neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Madison is currently $1,460. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Madison:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Hellenbrand ApartmentsStudio--111 S Bassett$705
Pirate Island Apartments25' studio$750
Metropolitan Apartments403$800
Oakridge ApartmentsStudio$800
Nature Valley ApartmentsStudio$895
632 Howard Place632 Howard Place - 304$895
Arbor Lakes at MiddletonStudio$935
Ridgeview Heights ApartmentsStudio$940
Seven Oaks ApartmentsEff$950
Sandburg StudiosComfort Studio$975

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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!"

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Madison, WI

Ranked #1

Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Madison, WI

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

35 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 Hellenbrand Apartments listed at $705.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Madison is $1,460.

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 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 470 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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