
Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI Under $1,500 (740 Rentals)


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Bedford Crossing

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1939 University Ave, Unit Unit #1

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618 North St, Unit 2

902 S Brooks St, Unit Unit 3

University Heights

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16 N Broom St, Unit 3
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729 Clark Ct, Unit 2

Wrenfield at Pleasant View

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Cornerstone

1111 E Johnson St, Unit 1111-4

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The Philben

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Old University Place

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615 Pine St, Unit Unit 2

1107 E Gorham St, Unit #2

West End @ University Park

450 W Doty St, Unit 4
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Lincoln School

Woodland Commons Madison

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121 N Hancock St, Unit 3

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109 E Gorham St, Unit 3

319 N Blair St, Unit 3

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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 Under $1500 | $1,512 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $1,754 | $641 | $5,121 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $2,142 | $763 | $6,600 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $2,426 | $675 | $7,010 |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1500 | $2,484 | $675 | $6,700 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,246 | $1,199 | $8,150 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Madison
How much are Studio apartments in Madison?
There are currently 536 Studio Apartments in Madison with rent ranges from $800 to $14,570 with an average price of $1,512.
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 $641 to $5,121 with an average monthly rent of $1,754.
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 $2,142.
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 $7,010 - averaging $2,426 for the location.
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