1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Madison Neighborhood of Madison, WI (297 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 Tobacco Lofts at the Yards and is listed at 1,196 square feet priced from $1,525. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Tobacco Lofts at the YardsOne Bedroom1,196 Sq Ft$1,525
The Emerson1BR/1.0BA1,014 Sq Ft$1,650
Bakers PlaceA9935 Sq Ft$3,498
Ovation 309B10932 Sq Ft$2,600
Avenir ApartmentsOne Bed926 Sq Ft$1,660
IrwinOne Bedroom - N899 Sq Ft$1,760
Galaxie High Rise Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath777 Sq Ft$1,819
306 WestOne-Bedroom693 Sq Ft$1,600
Virtue1 Bed/1 Bath635 Sq Ft$1,995
Nichols Station ApartmentsOne Bedrooms452 Sq Ft$1,640

Cheapest Available Downtown Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Madison of Madison, WI is the A2 Model starting from $842 at The Shield. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Madison is currently $1,922. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The ShieldA2$842
Gargano Propertiesone$1,000
8Twenty Park1 Bed- Income Restriction 50%$1,086
Capital Park Apartments1 Bedroom$1,099
Briarwood ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,250
Allen House Apartments1x1-424$1,299
Parkview Apartments1 bedroom (725)$1,325
Oakland on MonroeThe Monroe$1,385

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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 Shield listed at $842.

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 $1,922.

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 1,196 square feet unit starting from $1,525 at Tobacco Lofts at the Yards.

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 789 sq ft.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Experts Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Madison

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