
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Capitol View Heights Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $700 (174 Rentals)
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1203 Chandler St, Unit 4 bedrooms

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The Post

45 N Orchard St

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1706 Jefferson St

218 S Bassett St

Oakridge Apartments

Metropolitan Apartments

454 W Dayton St

454 W Dayton St, Unit 115
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Novation Senior

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932 Emerald St

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Capitol View Heights, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Capitol View Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol View Heights Studio Apartments | $1,370 | $782 | $2,279 |
| Capitol View Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,540 | $795 | $2,999 |
| Capitol View Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,889 | $1,050 | $4,200 |
| Capitol View Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,272 | $1,200 | $3,975 |
| Capitol View Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,510 | $1,150 | $4,700 |
| Capitol View Heights 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,624 | $941 | $5,395 |
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There are currently 174 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Capitol View Heights Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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Cheapest Available Capitol View Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Capitol View Heights area of Madison, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Post priced from $759. 45 N Orchard St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $782. Here are the most affordable Capitol View Heights apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Post | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $759 |
| 45 N Orchard St | 0x1-200 | Studio,1BA | $782 |
| 1315 Spring St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Interior | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Park House Apartments | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Valley View | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| Capitol View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Seven Oaks Apartments | Phantom | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Humbucker Apartments | 2x1-790 | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Novation Senior | 1x1P | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capitol View Heights, WI
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Capitol View Heights area is the $1.34 price per square foot Prairie Model at Woodland Glen in the in the Brams Addition neighborhood starting from $1,970. The second greatest value Capitol View Heights apartment is the Two Bed Two Bath Model at Parkside starting at $1,584 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Dudgeon-Monroe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Capitol View Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Glen | Prairie | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Parkside | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Brookstone Townhomes | 2x1.5 Large | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.52 |
| Park Cedar Apartments | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| The Royal | A Floor Plan (60LMI Income Restricted) | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| SEVEN27 at the Yards | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Seven Oaks Apartments | Phantom | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 8Twenty Park | 1 Bed- 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Humbucker Apartments | 2x1-790 | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Novation Senior | 1x1P | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCapitol View Heights, Madison, WI
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Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Capitol View Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Capitol View Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Capitol View Heights is under $1,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Capitol View Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Capitol View Heights is The Post which is listed at $759, while the average apartment in Capitol View Heights costs $4,050.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Capitol View Heights?
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 110 regular apartments in Capitol View Heights 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 Capitol View Heights?
Cheap apartments in Capitol View Heights have an average cost of $661 which is $3,389 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Capitol View Heights.
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