
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI Under $1,500 (55 Rentals)
Rental terms in Madison as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


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The Tuxedo Apartments

WINGRA POINT RESIDENCES LLC

West End @ University Park

Irwin

Revelry

The Summit Residences

Briarwood Apartments

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Nexus at Union Corners

Greenbriar Village
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Kensington Pointe Apartments

The Meadows Apartments

Arbor Hills

Brighton Square

Lake Point Terrace

Vicino Madison

Courtyard Apartments

LIBERTY VALLEY APARTMENTS

Valued Stay Aloha

Rivers Edge Apartments
When Life Happens: Your Options for Ending a Rental Lease Early
Unexpected life events can force you to break your lease. Learn how to communicate with your landlord, negotiate a solution, and understand your legal options for early termination.

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Capital Park Apartments

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Sandburg Studios

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The Point on Washington

Freedom Park Apartments

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PMM + MS

Nature Valley Apartments

106 S Hancock St

Valued Stay Madison

Furnished Studio-Madison - Old Sauk Rd.

High Point Commons Apartments
The Freedom of Short-Term Rentals: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
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10 Woodridge Ct

315 N Pinckney St

Lumen House

Valued Stay Mayflower

3Twenty Apartments

The Life at Madison Grove

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Monarch at Middleton Shores

Waterside

Oakmont Senior Community

Bloom Monona Apartments
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The Revere at Smith's Crossing

The TROTTA

Conservancy Bend Residences

Prairie Crest Apartments

Apartments on Main

Haven Park Apartments

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Jenny Wren Place

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Flats at Middleton Shores

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Springs At Sun Prairie

Tawhee Meadows
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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 | $1,512 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,754 | $641 | $5,121 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,142 | $763 | $6,600 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,426 | $675 | $7,010 |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,484 | $675 | $6,700 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,246 | $1,199 | $8,150 |
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Madison Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Madison?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Madison is at Valued Stay Madison listed at $800.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Madison Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Madison is $1,844.
What is the largest Short-term Madison Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Madison is a 2,032 square feet unit starting from $1,635 at Preserve West.
What is the average size for Madison Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Madison is currently at 659 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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Experts Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Madison
Written by: Mike Heuer
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.

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.

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.

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.