Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown Madison Neighborhood of Madison, WI (44 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Downtown Madison area of Madison with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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The Penny
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$1,585 - $3,500
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$1,585 - $3,500
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$1,585 - $3,500
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 1

The Penny

320 S Brearly StMadison, WI 53703
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Virtue
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$1,795 - $3,995
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$1,795 - $3,995
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$1,795 - $3,995
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Virtue

531 West Washington AvenueMadison, WI 53703
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Irwin North
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$1,760 - $3,380Special Offer
1 Month Free **First Month's Rent FREE + 12 Months of FREE Parking with a 12-Month Lease! Apply (and get approved) within one week of your s
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Irwin North

838 Williamson StMadison, WI 53703
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The Eastern
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$1,555 - $3,725Special Offer
Discounts One-Bedroom Units Only: Apply within 24 hours to receive $1,000 off the first month’s rent!
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The Eastern

1868 E Washington AveMadison, WI 53704
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Ovation 309
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$2,250 - $9,920Special Offer
1 Month Free One Month Free on Select 2 Bedroom Apartment Homes. **inquire for details
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Ovation 309

309 W Johnson StMadison, WI 53703
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Seven20
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$1,818 - $6,499Special Offer
Specials Now Pre-Leasing for May 2027. Be among the first to experience elevated living in Madison’s premier downtown luxury apartments. Get
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Seven20

720 E Washington AveMadison, WI 53703
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The Duncan
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$1,778 - $5,144
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$1,518 - $4,884
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 1

The Duncan

1625 Lock LnMadison, WI 53703
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ONE 09
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$1,725 - $14,130
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$1,640 - $14,045
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ONE 09

109 E Wilson StMadison, WI 53703
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Axton
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$1,395 - $2,225Special Offer
Specials Secure your spot at Axton Madison for the 26-27 term and claim our biggest bonus yet. Sign your lease today and choose your prize:
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Axton

750 Regent StMadison, WI 53715
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NoVo
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$1,290 - $3,595Special Offer
1 Month Free (Limited Time Offer. Valid on Select Apartments. Restrictions May Apply.)
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NoVo

216 S Pinckney StMadison, WI 53703
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The Marling
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$1,545 - $15,988Special Offer
Specials Up to $1500 off first months rent on select two bedrooms! Call for details! Restrictions apply
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The Marling

1827 E Washington AveMadison, WI 53704
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Lyric
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$1,575 - $3,725Special Offer
Discounts (Limited Time Offer. Valid on Select Apartments. Restrictions May Apply.)
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Lyric

1010 E Washington AveMadison, WI 53703
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West Washington Place
Rent Specials
$1,728 - $3,698
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$1,728 - $3,698
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$1,728 - $3,698
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

West Washington Place

624 W Washington AveMadison, WI 53703
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Palisade Apartments
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$1,175 - $4,700Special Offer
Specials For a limited time, take advantage of exclusive pricing with 4-bedroom apartments starting at $1,175 per room, 3-bedroom apartments
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Palisade Apartments

535 W Johnson StMadison, WI 53703
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The Madison Mark
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$1,380 - $3,395Special Offer
1 Month Free (Limited Time Offer. Valid on Select Apartments. Restrictions May Apply.)
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The Madison Mark

132 E Wilson StMadison, WI 53703
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Waterfront Apartments
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$1,225 - $8,150Special Offer
Specials For a limited time, enjoy exclusive pricing with 5-bedroom apartments starting at $1,340 per room, 4-bedroom apartments starting at
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Waterfront Apartments

633 N Henry StMadison, WI 53703
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Domain
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$1,575 - $3,995Special Offer
1 Month Free Now offering exclusive rent savings on select apartment homes for immediate move-ins!
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Domain

420 W Dayton StMadison, WI 53703
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Madison's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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The Heights
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$1,128 - $2,565Special Offer
Discounts $500 off 1st month rent when you move in by May 1st!
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The Heights

2206 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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700 East Apartments
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$1,730 - $3,350Special Offer
Specials Tour today and lease within 48 hours to enjoy 1 month FREE rent (Select 2 bedrooms only), and a reduced $500 security deposit. (Mov
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700 East Apartments

729 E Johnson StMadison, WI 53703
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Chapter at Madison
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$1,114 - $2,294
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$1,099 - $2,279
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$1,114 - $2,294
Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Chapter at Madison

832 Regent StMadison, WI 53715
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Valor on Washington
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Specials To qualify your household for affordable housing you must meet these criteria: 1. There must be at least one household member who i
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Valor on Washington

1314-1326 E Washington AveMadison, WI 53703
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City Row
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$1,070 - $1,660Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 Month FREE Rent: Valid on Select Apartments (Limited Time Offer. Valid on Select Apartments. Restrictions May Apply.)
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City Row

602 E Johnson StMadison, WI 53703
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Downtown Madison, Madison, WI Local Guide

Top Madison Apartments in the Downtown Madison Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 03-17-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Downtown Madison, WI apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Rivers Edge Apartments

Reduced Monthly Rent on Select 2 Bedroom Homes!Expires 03-17-2026

700 East Apartments

Tour today and lease within 48 hours to enjoy 1 month FREE rent (Select 2 bedrooms only), and a reduced $500 security deposit. (Move-in by 4/15 or prior)Expires 03-17-2026

Palisade Apartments

For a limited time, take advantage of exclusive pricing with 4-bedroom apartments starting at $1,175 per room, 3-bedroom apartments starting at $1,249 per room, and no application fee. Plus, lease by 3/15 and be entered to win a $1,000 cash prize sweepstakes.Expires 03-17-2026

Waterfront Apartments

For a limited time, enjoy exclusive pricing with 5-bedroom apartments starting at $1,340 per room, 4-bedroom apartments starting at $1,249 per room, and 3-bedroom apartments starting at $1,225 per room, plus no application fee. Lease by 3/15 and be entered to win a $1,000 cash prize sweepstakes.Expires 03-17-2026

The Duncan

April Special ; Move in by April 15 and receive one month’s free base rent! Limited time offer ; Limited time offer! Move in by April 15 and receive one month’s free base rent!* *Certain restrictions may apply. Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excludedExpires 03-17-2026

402 W Wilson Street

Move in by 3/25 and receive first month's RENT FREE! *Select Units Only*Expires 03-17-2026

Chapter at Madison

Fully complete your application within 48 hours to automatically waive your application & admin fee! If you are qualifying with a guarantor, make sure they complete their portion too!Expires 03-17-2026

Seven20

Now Pre-Leasing for May 2027. Be among the first to experience elevated living in Madison’s premier downtown luxury apartments. Get in touch today and reserve your new home.Expires 03-17-2026

ONE 09

Limited time only! Receive 1-month free of base rent!* *Certain restrictions may apply. Minimum lease term applies. Other costs and fees excluded.Expires 03-17-2026

Axton

Secure your spot at Axton Madison for the 26-27 term and claim our biggest bonus yet. Sign your lease today and choose your prize: a $2,500 Gift Card to spend however you like, or a $2,500 Rent Concession to slash your monthly costs! We only have 10 of these massive bonuses available, so don't wait to lock in your premier lifestyle.. -- Move-in must be completed by August 21, 2026.Expires 03-17-2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown Madison, WI

Specials updated: 03-17-2026

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown Madison, WI. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

Irwin North

**First Month's Rent FREE + 12 Months of FREE Parking with a 12-Month Lease! Apply (and get approved) within one week of your showing and receive a $200 Amazon Gift Card upon move-in!!** (This promo applies to NEW tenants only)Expires 03-31-2026

106 S Hancock St

One Month Free!Expires 07-31-2026

Domain

Now offering exclusive rent savings on select apartment homes for immediate move-ins!Expires 03-31-2026

The Adria 179 W. Wilson St.

One Month Base Rent in Credit to new tenants on a 12 month Lease signed before May 1st, 2026!Expires 04-30-2026

Capitol Centre Court Apartments

No application feesExpires 05-31-2026

The Penny

One Month Free Rent: Receive one month free rent when signing a 12 month lease.Expires 06-30-2026

Metropolitan Apartments

FREE INTERNET 100 Mbps per month ($50 Value) with Upgrade Option 1/Gbps capacity bandwidth for an additional fee.Expires 07-31-2026

Humbucker Apartments

1-Month FREE Concession (some exclusions may apply)Expires 08-31-2026

415 Wisconsin Ave

Please reach out about our current availabilityExpires 08-01-2026

Ovation 309

One Month Free on Select 2 Bedroom Apartment Homes. **inquire for detailsExpires 03-31-2026

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

Discover the best student housing neighborhoods for renting in Madison, Wisconsin! This guide covers apartments near the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Edgewood University, Herzing University, and Madison Area Technical College, detailing locations like Regent, Shorewood Hills, Dudgeon-Monroe, and more for your perfect college home.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Madison, Madison, WI

Ranked #6

Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Downtown Madison Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Downtown Madison?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Madison is at Humbucker Apartments listed at $799.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Downtown Madison Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Madison is $2,552.

What is the largest Rent Specials Downtown Madison Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Madison is a 2,523 square feet unit starting from $1,725 at ONE 09.

What is the average size for Downtown Madison Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown Madison is currently at 579 sq ft.

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