
Low Income Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI Under $1,200 (39 Rentals)


Overlook at Midtown

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The Intersect

8Twenty Park

University Park Commons

The Oscar Senior Apartments

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Prairie Park Senior Apartments

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City Row

The Grove Apartments

Pheasant Ridge

Point Place Senior Apartments

Uno Terrace
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Carbon

Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments

The Canyons

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The View at Huxley Yards

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The Victoria at Huxley Yards - A 55+ Community

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Kestrel Apartments

Heritage Middleton Senior Apartments

Artisan Village
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Limestone Ridge Apartments

School House Yards

Meadow Ridge Middleton

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Oak Ridge Middleton Senior Community

Maple Lawn Apartments

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Prairie Creek
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Parmenter Circle I

Taylor Pointe Apartments

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Madison?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Studio Apartments | $1,463 | $782 | $2,601 |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,687 | $590 | $5,390 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,099 | $763 | $6,904 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,472 | $675 | $10,000+ |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,995 | $650 | $6,700 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,459 | $941 | $7,250 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Low Income Madison Apartments
What is the Cheapest Low Income apartment in Madison?
Currently the most affordable Low Income Apartment in Madison is at The Canyons listed at $641.
How much is the average rent for a Low Income Madison Apartment?
The average rent for a Low Income Apartment in Madison is $1,519.
What is the largest Low Income Madison Apartment for rent?
Today's Low Income apartment with the most square footage in Madison is a 1,733 square feet unit starting from $1,319 at Valor on Washington.
What is the average size for Madison Low Income Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Low Income rental in Madison is currently at 722 sq ft.
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