Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI Under $1,200 (55 Rentals)

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Prentice Park
$1,145 - $2,074

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Base Rent$1,145 - $2,074
Total Monthly Price$1,145 - $2,074
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Prentice Park

803 N Thompson DrMadison, WI 53704
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Finding Your Place in Madison: Neighborhoods Close to the City’s Biggest Jobs

Finding the right Madison apartment near work is easy. Browse our guide to the best neighborhoods for professionals, from State-Langdon to Bay Creek.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Chapter at Madison
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$941 - $2,499

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Base Rent$941 - $2,499
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Chapter at Madison

832 Regent StMadison, WI 53715
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65 Sunfish Ct
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

65 Sunfish Ct

65 Sunfish CtMadison, WI 53713
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Hilldale Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hilldale Towers

4817 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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Madison's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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2202 Luann Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2202 Luann Place

2202 Luann LnMadison, WI 53713
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Old Market Row
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Old Market Row

20 N Blair StMadison, WI 53703
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2405 Monterey Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2405 Monterey Dr

2405 Monterey DrMadison, WI 53704
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Norris Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Norris Court

301 Norris CtMadison, WI 53703
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Surfside Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Surfside Apartments

630 Frances StMadison, WI 53703
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Laurel Commons
Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Laurel Commons

208 W Gorham StMadison, WI 53703
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Bellevue Apartments
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Bellevue Apartments

29 E Wilson StMadison, WI 53703
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Kestrel Apartments
$1,185 - $2,300

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Base Rent$1,185 - $2,300
Total Monthly Price$1,185 - $2,300
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 7

Kestrel Apartments

6818 University AveMiddleton, WI 53562
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Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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The Brittany
$1,134 - $1,559

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Base Rent$1,134 - $1,559
Total Monthly Price$1,134 - $1,559
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The Brittany

1218 Sweeney DrMiddleton, WI 53562
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Pirate Island Apartments
$1,120 - $1,675

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Base Rent$1,120 - $1,675
Total Monthly Price$1,120 - $1,675
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Pirate Island Apartments

706 Pirate Island RdMonona, WI 53716
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Middleton Ridge Apartments
$1,100 - $1,980

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Base Rent$1,100 - $1,980
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Middleton Ridge Apartments

7100-7181 Belle Fontaine BlvdMiddleton, WI 53562
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Madison, WI Local Guide

Lakeshore to Lecture Hall: Finding Your Perfect Student Apartment in Madison, WI

Discover the best student housing neighborhoods for renting in Madison, Wisconsin! This guide covers apartments near the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Edgewood University, Herzing University, and Madison Area Technical College, detailing locations like Regent, Shorewood Hills, Dudgeon-Monroe, and more for your perfect college home.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Madison

How much are Studio apartments in Madison?

There are currently 529 Studio Apartments in Madison with rent ranges from $600 to $2,992 with an average price of $2,611.

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 $590 to $5,395 with an average monthly rent of $1,686.

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 $6,895. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,097.

How expensive are Madison Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 458 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Madison on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $883 to $14,130 - averaging $2,479 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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Finding Your Place in Madison: Neighborhoods Close to the City's Biggest Jobs

Written by: Mike Heuer

Madison, Wisconsin, is three communities in one. It is a college town that is home to the flagship university in the University of Wisconsin system.

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An Insider's Guide to 6 Reasons Why Locals Love Renting in Madison, Wisconsin

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Madison is Wisconsin’s capital city and its second-largest city, with a population of more than 260,000.

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Lakeshore to Lecture Hall: Finding Your Perfect Student Apartment in Madison, WI

Written by: Mike Heuer

I am Mike, your guide to student housing in the Greater Madison, Wisconsin, area. Madison is a terrific city that also is the Capital of Wisconsin.

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The Expert's 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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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.