1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Madison Neighborhood of Madison, WI (347 Rentals)

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Downtown Madison, Madison, WI Local Guide

Largest Available Downtown Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Madison area of Madison, WI is found at Lincoln School and is listed at 1,290 square feet priced from $2,420. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Lincoln SchoolOne Bedroom + Den1,290 Sq Ft$2,420
Gargano Propertiesone1,020 Sq Ft$750
The Emerson1BR/1.0BA1,014 Sq Ft$1,750
Kennedy PlaceOne Bedroom w/ Den1,012 Sq Ft$2,225
The IdealOne Bedroom with Den H974 Sq Ft$1,870
The Edge1J963 Sq Ft$2,500
ONE 091K.1952 Sq Ft$3,010
306 Westone -Bedroom + Den943 Sq Ft$2,350
Nichols Station ApartmentsOne Bedrooms452 Sq Ft$1,540

Cheapest Available Downtown Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Madison of Madison, WI is the one Model starting from $750 at Gargano Properties. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Madison is currently $2,098. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Gargano Propertiesone$750
Hellenbrand Apartments1BR/1BA--111 S Bassett$945
632 Howard Place632 Howard Place - 102$995
University Bay2116 1 Bedroom$999
8Twenty Park1 Bed- Income Restriction 50%$1,086
518 W Main St1BR/1BA$1,095
Capital Park Apartments1 Bedroom$1,099
The Badger Den Apartments on GilmanCapitol Square$1,159

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Downtown Madison, Madison, WI

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is happy to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Wisconsin and customized analysis for Madison, Wisconsin. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment communities for the kids, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Madison Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Madison with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Madison is at Gargano Properties listed at $750.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Madison Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Madison is $2,098.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Madison Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Madison is a 1,290 square feet unit starting from $2,420 at Lincoln School.

What is the average size for Downtown Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Madison is currently 731 sq ft.

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