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property at 125 E Gorham St

$1,050 - $1,095

Studio Rentals

Available Aug 15

125 E Gorham St

MadisonWI53703

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Bassett, Madison, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Bassett Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bassett area of Madison, WI is a Studio unit found at Parkview Apartments priced from $600. Humbucker Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Bassett apartments for rent in Madison, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parkview ApartmentsEfficiency (725)Studio,1BA$600
Humbucker Apartments4x2-12254BR,2BA$799
The ShieldA21BR,1BA$842

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bassett, WI

As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bassett area is the $1.37 price per square foot Bedroom (Shared) Model at Pres House Apartments in the in the Downtown Madison neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Bassett apartment is the 127 N Franklin St Model at 127 N Franklin St, Unit 127 starting at $2,000 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the The Isthmus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bassett apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pres House ApartmentsBedroom (Shared)4BR,2BA$1.37
127 N Franklin St, Unit 127127 N Franklin St3BR,1BA$1.67
City PlaceTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.54
402 W Wilson StreetThe Observatory2BR,2BA$1.50
229 Lakelawn *Student Housing*4 Bedroom 26-27 School Year / Room4BR,3BA$1.18
Collegiate Campus Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bath Lake Views (7th/8th Floor)3BR,2BA$0.74
SEVEN27 at the Yards1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.66
Bedford Crossing1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.69
930 S Brooks St, Unit 3930 S Brooks St2BR,1BA$0.91
The ShieldA21BR,1BA$1.09

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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Bassett, Madison, WI

Ranked #11

Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bassett

What type of rentals are currently available in Bassett?

There are currently 510 Apartments for Rent in Bassett, WI with pricing that ranges from $600 to $14,130. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bassett ranging from $795 to $3,749.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bassett?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bassett ranges from $795 to $3,749 with an average monthly rent of $2,311.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Bassett?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Bassett range from $675 to $14,130, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,195 to $2,195. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $650.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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