1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Madison Neighborhood of Madison, WI (423 Rentals)

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The Penny
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$1,930 - $2,745
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$1,585 - $3,500
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$1,585 - $3,500
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 1, 2027

The Penny

320 S Brearly StMadison, WI 53703
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Virtue
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$1,895 - $2,495
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$1,695 - $3,995
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$1,695 - $3,995
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1

Virtue

531 West Washington AvenueMadison, WI 53703
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Irwin
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$1,800 - $2,500
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$1,420 - $3,380
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$1,420 - $3,380
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Irwin

838 Williamson StMadison, WI 53703
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The Duncan
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$1,628 - $3,130
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$1,510 - $4,944
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The Duncan

1625 Lock LnMadison, WI 53703
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ONE 09
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$2,015 - $3,370
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$1,725 - $14,130
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ONE 09

109 E Wilson StMadison, WI 53703
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Avenir Apartments
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$1,730 - $2,600
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$1,730 - $3,590
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$1,730 - $3,590
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Avenir Apartments

510 W Washington AveMadison, WI 53703
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The Edge
$1,695 - $2,700
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$1,575 - $3,720
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$1,575 - $3,720
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The Edge

309 S Blount StMadison, WI 53703
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The Pressman
$1,810 - $3,440
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$1,810 - $4,075
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$1,810 - $4,075
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 1

The Pressman

117 South Hamilton StMadison, WI 53703
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Constellation
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$1,399 - $1,949
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$1,119 - $3,199
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$1,119 - $3,199
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Constellation

10 N Livingston StMadison, WI 53703
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SEVEN27 at the Yards
$1,530 - $2,530
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$1,435 - $3,765
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$1,435 - $3,765
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SEVEN27 at the Yards

727 Lorillard CtMadison, WI 53703
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Washington Court Apartments
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$1,350 - $1,800
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$1,350 - $1,800
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$1,350 - $1,800
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 17

Washington Court Apartments

536 W Washington AveMadison, WI 53703
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Factory District
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$1,535 - $1,595
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$1,580 - $3,450
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$1,580 - $3,450
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1

Factory District

1222 E Washington AveMadison, WI 53703
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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 The Edge and is listed at 1,162 square feet priced from $2,275. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Edge1F1,162 Sq Ft$2,275
Tobacco Lofts at the YardsOne Bedroom1,058 Sq Ft$1,525
Wingra West Apartments1BR/1.0BA1,040 Sq Ft$2,750
VANILLA 301 SPE LLC1 Bed & Den/1.5 Bath1,035 Sq Ft$2,675
306 Westone -Bedroom + Den943 Sq Ft$2,175
ONE 091H.1911 Sq Ft$3,345
137-141 N Franklin St900 Sq Ft$1,850
IrwinOne Bedroom899 Sq Ft$1,800
Sheelin ApartmentsTwo Bed884 Sq Ft$2,100
Galaxie High Rise Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath651 Sq Ft$1,799

Cheapest Available Downtown Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Madison of Madison, WI is the One Bedroom Model starting from $759 at The Post. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Madison is currently $2,036. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The PostOne Bedroom$759
126-128 S Franklin St1 BR$929
Washington PlazaSmall 1 Bedroom$1,000
Allen House Apartments1x1-327$1,124
Renaissancestudio$1,250
1315 Spring St1BR/1.0BA$1,279
The ShieldA4$1,314
Williamson Place1 Bedroom (8/1/26)$1,315

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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 The Post listed at $759.

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 $2,036.

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 1,162 square feet unit starting from $2,275 at The Edge.

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 153 sq ft.

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