1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Madison Neighborhood of Madison, WI (404 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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$1,845 - $2,095
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$1,845 - $2,695
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$1,845 - $2,695
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Virtue

531 West Washington AvenueMadison, WI 53703
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Irwin
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$1,760 - $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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$1,728 - $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 - $3,405
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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
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1

Avenir Apartments

510 W Washington AveMadison, WI 53703
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The Edge
$1,735 - $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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Constellation
$1,699 - $1,899
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$1,199 - $2,999
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$1,199 - $2,999
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 3

Constellation

10 N Livingston StMadison, WI 53703
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SEVEN27 at the Yards
$1,530 - $2,585
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$1,530 - $3,765
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SEVEN27 at the Yards

727 Lorillard CtMadison, 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 1,214 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 Edge1M1,214 Sq Ft$2,275
Longfellow LoftsModern - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1,065 Sq Ft$1,820
Tobacco Lofts at the YardsOne Bedroom1,058 Sq Ft$1,525
SEVEN27 at the Yards1 Bedroom1,045 Sq Ft$1,530
VANILLA 301 SPE LLC1 Bed & Den/1.5 Bath1,035 Sq Ft$2,675
The Duncan01E-A944 Sq Ft$2,830
306 Westone -Bedroom + Den943 Sq Ft$2,175
ONE 091H.1911 Sq Ft$3,445
137-141 N Franklin St900 Sq Ft$1,850
Sheelin ApartmentsTwo Bed884 Sq Ft$2,050

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 $2,053. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The PostOne Bedroom$759
The ShieldA2$842
126-128 S Franklin St1 BR$929
1315 Spring St1BR/1.0BA$999
8Twenty Park1 Bed- 50%$1,175
Allen House Apartments1x1-444$1,299
Mendota on Mansion Hill2363C$1,365
Parkview Apartments1 bedroom (746)$1,405
Lincoln SchoolOne Bedroom$1,425

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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 $2,053.

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 1,214 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 155 sq ft.

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