
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dunns Marsh Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $600 (41 Rentals)
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Nakoma Commons

4909 Ascot Ln, Unit #R2

River Bend Apartments at the Arboretum

Arbor Hills

5718 Balsam Rd

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1810 Greenway Cross

1810 Greenway Cross

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Dunns Marsh, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dunns Marsh?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunns Marsh Studio Apartments | $1,521 | $1,005 | $2,925 |
| Dunns Marsh 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,608 | $646 | $4,410 |
| Dunns Marsh 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,798 | $770 | $5,585 |
| Dunns Marsh 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,201 | $1,520 | $5,125 |
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Cheapest Available Dunns Marsh Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dunns Marsh area of Madison, WI is a Studio unit found at Valley View Apartments priced from $1,005. Maple Lawn Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,110. Here are the most affordable Dunns Marsh apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley View Apartments | Juneberry | Studio,1BA | $1,005 |
| Maple Lawn Apartments | 1 Bedroom w/WD | 1BR,1BA | $1,110 |
| ReNew at the Greens | Niklaus | 1BR,1BA | $1,119 |
| Andes Apartments | 2 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Limestone Ridge Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,164 |
| Arbor Hills | 1-Bedroom Stand | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| 2314-2318 Allied Dr | 2-Bed, 1-Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| University Park Commons | AFFORDABLE 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Heritage Circle Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dunns Marsh, WI
As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dunns Marsh area is the $1.43 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Wingra West in the in the Downtown Madison neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Dunns Marsh apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+) starting at $1,350 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Dudgeon-Monroe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dunns Marsh apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wingra West | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| STONECREST APARTMENTS | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments | A | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Preserve West | The Oak | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Orchard Village | 1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Guilford Apartments | 3 Bedroom/ 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| River Bend Apartments at the Arboretum | White Pine | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 4909 Ascot Ln, Unit #R2 | 4909 Ascot Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| ReNew at the Greens | Palmer | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dunns Marsh Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Dunns Marsh?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Dunns Marsh is under $1,249.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dunns Marsh?
The cheapest apartment in Dunns Marsh is Maple Lawn Apartments which is listed at $1,110, while the average apartment in Dunns Marsh costs $2,070.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dunns Marsh?
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 27 regular apartments in Dunns Marsh 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 Dunns Marsh?
Cheap apartments in Dunns Marsh have an average cost of $300 which is $1,770 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dunns Marsh.
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