Studio Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI Under $1,300 (156 Rentals)

Hidden Creek Residences

Sandburg Studios

The Surf

Shadow Creek & Stone Creek

Park Terrace West Apartments
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Summit Hill

Autumn Lake Apartments

Greenspire Wilson Apartments

Country Meadows Apartments

The Constellation
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Nakoma Commons

Heather Downs Apartments

New Fountains

Park House Apartments

Parkview Apartments

Allen House Apartments

Liberty Valley

218 S Bassett St
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Oakridge Apartments

Lion's Gate at Grandview

Garver Point

Westhaven Village Apartments

Hooker Avenue Apartments

Metropolitan Apartments

Tuscan Place

Williamson Place
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22 N Hancock St

Fairhaven Court Apartments

Chapel Hill Apartments

Courtyard Apartments, LLC.

Orchard Court

Lake Point Terrace
Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Madison?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Madison Studio Apartments | $1,456 | $845 | $4,215 |
Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,692 | $565 | $4,960 |
Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,109 | $747 | $7,000 |
Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,448 | $730 | $6,405 |
Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,745 | $750 | $4,900 |
Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,704 | $699 | $7,277 |
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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?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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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 Hellenbrand Apartments listed at $850.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Madison Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Madison is $1,456.
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 506 sq ft.
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