Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI Under $1,200 (360 Rentals)

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Arbor Hills
$1,199 - $1,629
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$1,199 - $1,629
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Arbor Hills

2809 Curry PkwyMadison, WI 53713
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17 N Bassett St
$1,195 - $2,360
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$1,195 - $2,360
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

17 N Bassett St

17 N Bassett StMadison, WI 53703
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121 N Hancock St
$1,195 - $1,450
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$1,195 - $1,450
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 1

121 N Hancock St

121 N Hancock StMadison, WI 53703
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Parkview Apartments
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$1,150 - $2,010
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$1,115 - $1,975
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$1,150 - $2,010
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Parkview Apartments

746 W Main StMadison, WI 53715
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Shorewood Apartments
$1,150 - $1,995
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Shorewood Apartments

3009 University AveMadison, WI 53705
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137 E Gorham St
$1,150 - $1,800
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 15, 2027

137 E Gorham St

137 E Gorham StMadison, WI 53703
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3176 Ridgeway Ave, Unit #4
$1,150
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3176 Ridgeway Ave, Unit #4

3176 Ridgeway AveMadison, WI 53704
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about Madison

How much are Studio apartments in Madison?

There are currently 541 Studio Apartments in Madison with rent ranges from $800 to $4,650 with an average price of $1,519.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Madison Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Madison ranges from $613 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,763.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Madison cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Madison range from $763 to $6,600. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,144.

How expensive are Madison Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 435 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Madison on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $675 to $14,130 - averaging $2,471 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Experts Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Madison

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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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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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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.