
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Berkeley Oaks Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $600 (56 Rentals)
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Freedom Park Apartments

The Point on Washington

PMM + MS Communities Located Near Warner Park

Hooker Avenue Apartments

Madison Mayfair Apartments

Port Vista

North Park Apartments

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Londonderry Lofts

3613 Kipling Dr
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Ella

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2414 Brentwood Pky, Unit #A

Eagle Harbor

Elka Lane Apartments

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Northshore Estates

The Oscar Family Apartments

The Oscar Senior Apartments

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The View at Huxley Yards

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The Victoria at Huxley Yards - A 55+ Community

The Intersect
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2018 N Sherman Ave

501 N Sherman Ave, Unit 501 B. N. Sherman Ave.

914-16 N Oak St

2411 Brentwood Pkwy

McCormick Commons

Ridgeview Heights

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Granite Ridge Apartments

Tennyson Ridge

Commercial Avenue

Northern Bluffs
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3733 E Karstens Dr, Unit 3737 #2

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3737 E Karstens Dr, Unit #4

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2566 Hoard St, Unit Downstairs apartment

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PACKTENN

1310 Hooker Ave

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2838 Dahle St, Unit C

Woodland Commons Madison

3722 W Karstens Dr

Algoma Apartments

Northpointe
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Onsgard Place

Nature Valley Apartments

2405 Monterey Dr

714 N Oak St

Sherman Glen Apartments - Senior 55+

2406 Calypso Rd

2502 Brentwood Pkwy

PMM

Enso Apartments

Cambridge Place
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Berkeley Oaks, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Berkeley Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkeley Oaks Studio Apartments | $1,037 | $949 | $1,250 |
| Berkeley Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,384 | $925 | $1,815 |
| Berkeley Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,607 | $1,050 | $3,214 |
| Berkeley Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,718 | $1,300 | $2,300 |
| Berkeley Oaks 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,113 | $1,737 | $2,490 |
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There are currently 56 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Berkeley Oaks Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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Cheapest Available Berkeley Oaks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Berkeley Oaks area of Madison, WI is a 2 Beds unit found at Rise-Madison priced from $784. The Point on Washington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable Berkeley Oaks apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rise-Madison | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $784 |
| The Point on Washington | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $949 |
| Madison Mayfair Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Ella | B - 3 (WHEDA) Floor Plan (50LMI Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Eagle Harbor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Freedom Park Apartments | 1721 - 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Elka Lane Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Oscar Family Apartments | Income Restricted - One Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,131 |
| The Oscar Senior Apartments | Income Restricted One Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Berkeley Oaks, WI
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Berkeley Oaks area is the $1.55 price per square foot 3 Bed / 2 Bath Model at Rise-Madison in the in the Near East Side neighborhood starting from $2,030. The second greatest value Berkeley Oaks apartment is the 2566 Hoard St Model at 2566 Hoard St, Unit Downstairs apartment starting at $1,380 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Near East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Berkeley Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rise-Madison | 3 Bed / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| 2566 Hoard St, Unit Downstairs apartment | 2566 Hoard St | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Freedom Park Apartments | 1721 - 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 1310 Hooker Ave | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Ridgeview Heights | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 2414 Brentwood Pky, Unit #A | 2414 Brentwood Pky | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 3737 E Karstens Dr, Unit #4 | 3737 E Karstens Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Commercial Avenue | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Elka Lane Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Eagle Harbor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBerkeley Oaks, Madison, WI
Ranked #56
Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Berkeley Oaks Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Berkeley Oaks?
The cheapest apartment in Berkeley Oaks is Madison Mayfair Apartments which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Berkeley Oaks costs $2,114.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Berkeley Oaks?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 416 regular apartments in Berkeley Oaks that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Berkeley Oaks?
Cheap apartments in Berkeley Oaks have an average cost of $1,375 which is $739 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Berkeley Oaks.
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