
Studio Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI Under $1,500 (279 Rentals)


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Live McKee

Signature Pointe

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Irwin

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The Duncan

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Nexus at Union Corners

Greenbriar Village

Waterfall

Sandburg Studios

Starkweather Place
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Esker

West End @ University Park

The Marquee

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The Fitzgerald

Revelry Living

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Reserve at High Point

22 Slate

Silverstone

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Nantucket Apartments
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Langdon Hall Apartments

Stone Creek

Illuminate Luxury Residences

The Point on Washington

The Summit Residences

The 85 at Maple Grove

Watermark Lofts

Cross Hill Heights

Tuscany on Pleasant View

University Bay
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Shadow Creek

50Twenty

Vivo Living Madison

The Tuxedo Apartments

Stadium Lofts

Grand Park

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PACKTENN

Butler Plaza

Autumn Lake Apartments

University Heights
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The Constellation

Greenspire Wilson

PARK TOWER

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SEVEN27 at the Yards

Park House Apartments

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Quarter Row at the Yards

Glacier Valley at Reston Heights

Country Meadows

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Vicino Madison

Nakoma Commons
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 | $1,505 | $475 | $3,945 |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,722 | $525 | $4,410 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,122 | $763 | $8,876 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,488 | $675 | $10,000+ |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,404 | $650 | $6,700 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,420 | $1,259 | $8,150 |
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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 Parkview Apartments listed at $600.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Madison Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Madison is $1,505.
What is the largest available Studio Madison Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Madison is a 791 square feet unit starting from $1,420 at Artisan Square.
What is the average size for Madison Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Madison is currently 510 sq ft.
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