1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Madison Neighborhood of Madison, WI (412 Rentals)

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The Penny
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$1,930 - $2,745

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Base Rent$1,585 - $3,500
Total Monthly Price$1,585 - $3,500
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 1, 2027

The Penny

320 S Brearly StMadison, WI 53703
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Irwin
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$1,760 - $2,500

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Base Rent$1,420 - $3,380
Total Monthly Price$1,420 - $3,380
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Irwin

838 Williamson StMadison, WI 53703
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The Duncan
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$1,538 - $2,861

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Base Rent$1,491 - $4,950
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The Duncan

1625 Lock LnMadison, WI 53703
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ONE 09
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$1,895 - $3,405

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Base Rent$1,775 - $14,130
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ONE 09

109 E Wilson StMadison, WI 53703
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The Edge
$1,735 - $2,700

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Base Rent$1,575 - $3,720
Total Monthly Price$1,575 - $3,720
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The Edge

309 S Blount StMadison, WI 53703
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The Pressman
$1,970 - $2,705

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Base Rent$1,970 - $4,075
Total Monthly Price$1,970 - $4,075
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 1

The Pressman

117 South Hamilton StMadison, WI 53703
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Constellation
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$1,349 - $1,879

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Base Rent$1,199 - $2,899
Total Monthly Price$1,199 - $2,899
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Constellation

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

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Base Rent$1,530 - $3,765
Total Monthly Price$1,530 - $3,765
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SEVEN27 at the Yards

727 Lorillard CtMadison, WI 53703
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Vicino Apartments
$1,395 - $1,995

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Base Rent$1,375 - $2,045
Total Monthly Price$1,375 - $2,045
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Vicino Apartments

1235 Regent StMadison, WI 53715
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Washington Court Apartments
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$1,350 - $1,800

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Base Rent$1,350 - $1,800
Total Monthly Price$1,350 - $1,800
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Washington Court Apartments

536 W 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 2009-2011 University Ave and is listed at 1,420 square feet priced from $949. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
2009-2011 University Ave1BR/1.0BA1,420 Sq Ft$949
Lincoln SchoolOne Bedroom + Den1,290 Sq Ft$2,420
The Edge1M1,214 Sq Ft$2,275
Tobacco Lofts at the YardsOne Bedroom1,058 Sq Ft$1,525
VANILLA 301 SPE LLC1 Bed & Den/1.5 Bath1,035 Sq Ft$2,300
Park Terrace West1BR/1.0BA960 Sq Ft$1,150
The Duncan01E-A944 Sq Ft$2,586
306 Westone -Bedroom + Den943 Sq Ft$2,175
Sheelin ApartmentsTwo Bed884 Sq Ft$2,050
The Emerson1BR/1.0BA759 Sq Ft$1,700

Cheapest Available Downtown Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Madison of Madison, WI is the 148-150 E Gorham St - 3F Ro... Model starting from $575 at 148-150 E Gorham St. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Madison is currently $2,047. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
148-150 E Gorham St148-150 E Gorham St - 3F Ro...$575
111 E Gorham St1 Bed, 1 Bath$700
509 N Lake StOne-Bed$850
126-128 S Franklin St1 BR$929
2009-2011 University Ave1BR/1.0BA$949
135 East Johnson Street1BR/1.0BA$950
632 Howard Place632 Howard Place - 102$995
1315 Spring St1BR/1.0BA$999
1314 Spring St1BR/1.0BA$999

Lakeshore to Lecture Hall: Finding Your Perfect Student Apartment in Madison, WI

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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 148-150 E Gorham St listed at $575.

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 $2,047.

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 1,420 square feet unit starting from $949 at 2009-2011 University Ave.

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 708 sq ft.

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