
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Madison Neighborhood of Madison, WI Under $900 (38 Rentals)


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Downtown Madison, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Madison?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Madison Studio Apartments | $1,559 | $845 | $2,585 |
Downtown Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,916 | $565 | $3,750 |
Downtown Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,620 | $780 | $7,000 |
Downtown Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,396 | $730 | $6,395 |
Downtown Madison 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,654 | $750 | $4,900 |
Downtown Madison 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,646 | $699 | $7,277 |
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There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Madison Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Madison
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Madison?
There are currently 275 Studio Apartments in Downtown Madison with rent ranges from $845 to $2,585 with an average price of $1,559.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Madison Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Madison ranges from $565 to $3,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,916.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Madison cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Madison range from $780 to $7,000. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,620.
How expensive are Downtown Madison Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 218 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Madison on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $730 to $6,395 - averaging $2,396 for the location.
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