
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI Under $2,000 (250 Rentals)
Apartments in Madison with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


EO Madison Yards

Woodland Commons Madison

The Manchester on Midvale

City View Luxury Furnished Apartments

The Continental - Live Timelessly

640 West

Yorktown Estates
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700 East Apartments

Ovation 309

Hamilton Plaza

Bakers Place
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The Boulevard Apartments

The Tradition and Smoky’s Club

The Tuscany on Pleasant View

Nexus at Union Corners

Bedford Crossing
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Autumn Lake Apartments

Watermark Lofts

Factory District

Oakland on Monroe

PELOTON RESIDENCES, LLC - Phase 1

The Eastern

The Lodge At Walnut Grove

The Dude Abodes

Hercules Trail

The Marling Apartments
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Langdon Hall Apartments

WINGRA POINT RESIDENCES LLC

Nantucket Apartments

Yorktown Apartments

151 E Wilson

Wexford Place Apartments

Domain

2500 Rimrock Lofts

Whitney Point
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 | $1,535 | $845 | $4,265 |
Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,751 | $565 | $4,500 |
Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,182 | $747 | $7,000 |
Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,544 | $730 | $6,345 |
Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,652 | $750 | $4,900 |
Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,654 | $699 | $7,277 |
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Getting Around Madison, WI
Walk Score®
59 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
69 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
35 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Madison
How much are Studio apartments in Madison?
There are currently 371 Studio Apartments in Madison with rent ranges from $625 to $4,265 with an average price of $1,886.
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 $565 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,751.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Madison cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Madison range from $747 to $7,000. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,182.
How expensive are Madison Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 349 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Madison on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $730 to $6,345 - averaging $2,544 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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Written by: Marie Brown
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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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