Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dudgeon-Monroe Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $400 (215 Rentals)
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635 Howard Pl

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Dudgeon-Monroe, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dudgeon-Monroe?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dudgeon-Monroe Studio Apartments | $1,400 | $749 | $2,279 |
| Dudgeon-Monroe 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,667 | $900 | $4,645 |
| Dudgeon-Monroe 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,031 | $855 | $4,950 |
| Dudgeon-Monroe 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,658 | $1,119 | $5,650 |
| Dudgeon-Monroe 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,493 | $1,099 | $6,700 |
| Dudgeon-Monroe 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,428 | $1,199 | $8,150 |
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There are currently 215 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Dudgeon-Monroe Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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Cheapest Available Dudgeon-Monroe Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dudgeon-Monroe area of Madison, WI is a Studio unit found at Oakridge Apartments priced from $800. 632 Howard Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Dudgeon-Monroe apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| 632 Howard Place | 632 Howard Place - 304 | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Gargano Properties | one | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Park House Apartments | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| The Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Corner | 1BR,1BA | $1,030 |
| 509 N Lake St | One-Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,030 |
| Town's Edge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath 1035/2500 | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| The Heights | 1 BED 1 BA – Income Restricted – 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,092 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dudgeon-Monroe, WI
As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dudgeon-Monroe area is the $0.90 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+) in the in the Dudgeon-Monroe neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Dudgeon-Monroe apartment is the Bedroom (Shared) Model at Pres House Apartments starting at $1,700 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Downtown Madison neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dudgeon-Monroe apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| Pres House Apartments | Bedroom (Shared) | 4BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Collegiate Campus Student Apartments | Apartments Available Now | 4BR,2BA | $0.68 |
| 426 Rushmore Ln, Unit 2 | 426 Rushmore Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Gargano Properties | one | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| 229 Lakelawn *Student Housing* | 4 Bedroom 26-27 School Year / Room | 4BR,3BA | $1.18 |
| River Bend Apartments at the Arboretum | White Pine | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 1026 W Badger Rd, Unit # 2 | 1026 W Badger Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| 4909 Ascot Ln, Unit #R2 | 4909 Ascot Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Southview Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDudgeon-Monroe, Madison, WI
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Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Dudgeon-Monroe, Madison, WI
Cherokee Heights Middle
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Wisconsin and customized analysis for Central Madison, WI. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Dudgeon-Monroe Neighborhood in Madison, WI
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
90 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
37 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dudgeon-Monroe Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Dudgeon-Monroe?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Dudgeon-Monroe is under $1,092.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dudgeon-Monroe?
The cheapest apartment in Dudgeon-Monroe is Gargano Properties which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Dudgeon-Monroe costs $9,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dudgeon-Monroe?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 135 regular apartments in Dudgeon-Monroe that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Dudgeon-Monroe?
Cheap apartments in Dudgeon-Monroe have an average cost of $1,175 which is $8,325 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dudgeon-Monroe.
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