
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $1,100 (17 Rentals)


The Meadows

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Prentice Park

Fieldstone Estates

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Grand Park

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apollo 502
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Hercules Trail

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Sunset Terrace

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Madison Williamstown Bay East
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The Arbors @ Oak Park Place
East Side, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Side Studio Apartments | $1,282 | $1,195 | $1,350 |
East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,417 | $1,100 | $1,745 |
| East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,669 | $1,320 | $2,650 |
| East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,956 | $1,145 | $3,150 |
| East Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,295 | $2,295 | $2,295 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the East Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Side Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Side?
The cheapest apartment in East Side is The Meadows which is listed at $1,155, while the average apartment in East Side costs $2,295.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Side?
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 9 regular apartments in East Side 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 East Side?
Cheap apartments in East Side have an average cost of $962 which is $1,333 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Side.
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