Student Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Madison Neighborhood of Madison, WI (73 Rentals)
Rentals in the Downtown Madison area of Madison near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.

New Langdon

Theory Madison

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Collegiate Campus Apartments

Park Terrace West

Waterfront Apartments

2107 University Ave

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Chapter at Madison

1301 Spring St

Towers on State

Campus Village Apartments

509 N Lake St

632 Howard Place
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1309 Spring St

111 E Gorham St

1937 University Ave

Greenbush Apartments

1019 Spring St

Hub Madison Bassett

2005-2007 University Ave

1224 Spring St

Witte Hall
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Davis Residence Hall

Smith Hall

Zoe Bayliss House

Sellery Hall

404-410 W Washington Ave

Chadbourne Hall

University Gables

Chapter Mifflin

Oakland Apartments

1123 Emerald St
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Dominican Hall, Edgewood College

221 Langdon St

The French House

313 E Mifflin

244 on Gilman

Laurel Commons

613 Maggie Frances

Hellenbrand Apartments

Randall Park Rentals

635 Howard Pl
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Downtown Madison, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Madison?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Madison Studio Apartments | $1,662 | $782 | $2,601 |
| Downtown Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,060 | $795 | $6,695 |
| Downtown Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $895 | $6,865 |
| Downtown Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,962 | $675 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,974 | $650 | $6,700 |
| Downtown Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,510 | $941 | $7,250 |
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There are currently 73 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Madison Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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Lakeshore to Lecture Hall: Finding Your Perfect Student Apartment in Madison, WI
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Madison, Madison, WI
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Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Outdoors Rating
For some, access to parks and green spaces is very important. This neighborhood is a highly-rated part of town for access to parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Dog or cat owners, listen up! this area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Student Downtown Madison Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Downtown Madison?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Downtown Madison is at Collegiate Campus Apartments listed at $650.
How much is the average rent for a Student Downtown Madison Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Downtown Madison is $1,877.
What is the largest Student Downtown Madison Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Madison is a 1,765 square feet unit starting from $865 at Theory Madison.
What is the average size for Downtown Madison Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Downtown Madison is currently at 614 sq ft.
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