
Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI Under $800 (41 Rentals)


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358 E Lakeside St

526 W Wilson St

521 W Doty St

110 West

635 Howard Pl

118 W Johnson St

227 Langdon St

45 N Orchard St

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143-145 W Gilman St

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15 N Hancock

613 Maggie Frances

Grand Victorian

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The Ambassador

529 N Pinckney St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Madison?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Studio Apartments Under $800 | $1,484 | $715 | $2,601 |
| Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $800 | $1,698 | $641 | $5,250 |
| Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $800 | $2,116 | $763 | $7,579 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $800 | $2,509 | $866 | $10,000+ |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $800 | $2,213 | $938 | $6,700 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,568 | $941 | $7,250 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Madison
How much are Studio apartments in Madison?
There are currently 545 Studio Apartments in Madison with rent ranges from $715 to $2,601 with an average price of $1,484.
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 $5,250 with an average monthly rent of $1,698.
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 $7,579. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,116.
How expensive are Madison Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 443 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Madison on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $866 to $14,130 - averaging $2,509 for the location.
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