
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI Under $2,000 (72 Rentals)
Rental terms in Madison as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Woodland Reserve Apartments

Madison Townhomes – Scenic View

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Kennedy Place

WINGRA POINT RESIDENCES LLC

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City Center Apartments

Royal Arms Apartments

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Vicino Apartments

West End @ University Park

The Summit Residences
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601 @ University Park

Peloton Residences, LLC - Phase 1

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The Waterfall

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The Fitzgerald

Waldorf Midtown

Briarwood Apartments

Stonewood Village

Hatchery Haven

The Tuxedo Apartments

Preserve West
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Revelry Living

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Nexus at Union Corners

Greenbriar Village

Rivers Edge Apartments

Kensington Pointe Apartments

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Arbor Hills

Brighton Square

The Meadows Apartments

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Courtyard Apartments

Valued Stay Aloha
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Sandburg Studios

229 Lakelawn *Student Housing*

502 E Main St

Marina Park Apartments

The Point on Washington

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Freedom Park Apartments

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Liberty Valley Apartments

Valued Stay Madison

Grand Teton Apartments

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High Point Commons Apartments
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Lakeview Studio | Furnished, Util. Inc.

315 N Pinckney St

Lumen House

Valued Stay Mayflower

3Twenty Apartments

The Life at Madison Grove

Nature Valley Apartments

Catalina Crossing

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The Gordon

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Cariad
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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 | $1,481 | $782 | $2,601 |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,691 | $606 | $3,750 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,106 | $763 | $6,785 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,457 | $550 | $10,000+ |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,890 | $650 | $6,700 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,648 | $941 | $7,250 |
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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 $1,837.
What is the largest Short-term Madison Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Madison is a 2,227 square feet unit starting from $2,195 at The Viroqua at Pine Ridge.
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 687 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

Finding Your Place in Madison: Neighborhoods Close to the Citys 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.

An Insider's Guide to 6 Reasons Why Locals Love Renting in Madison, Wisconsin
Written by: Mike Heuer
Madison is Wisconsin’s capital city and its second-largest city, with a population of more than 260,000.

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.

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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.