
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $900 (8 Rentals)
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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 | $1,300 | $1,250 | $1,350 |
| East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,421 | $1,100 | $1,775 |
| East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,670 | $1,300 | $2,600 |
| East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,782 | $1,470 | $2,025 |
| East Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,272 | $2,250 | $2,295 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the East Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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Cheapest Available East Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Side area of Madison, WI is a 2 Beds unit found at The Life at Madison Grove priced from $1,000. Fusion at 841 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,245. Here are the most affordable East Side apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Life at Madison Grove | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Fusion at 841 | A4 | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
| Hercules Trail | D1 | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, WI
As of December 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $0.96 price per square foot 9 Obrien Ct Model at 9 Obrien Ct, Unit 09 O’Brien in the in the East Side neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the 805 Brandie Rd Model at 805 Brandie Rd, Unit #805 starting at $2,250 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Obrien Ct, Unit 09 O’Brien | 9 Obrien Ct | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.96 |
| 805 Brandie Rd, Unit #805 | 805 Brandie Rd | 4BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| 10-63 Sinykin Cir | Thompson 2nd Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Fieldstone Estates | Obsidian | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Lion's Gate at Grandview | #101-201-301 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Jupiter Crossing | M | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Harmony at Grandview Commons | B-3A.2 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.86 |
| The Meadows Apartments | 2b/1b-r | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| The Life at Madison Grove | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Infinity | H | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Side, Madison, WI
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Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Side is under $1,655.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Side?
The cheapest apartment in East Side is Fusion at 841 which is listed at $1,295, while the average apartment in East Side costs $2,272.
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 5 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 $1,594 which is $678 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Side.
Expert Rental Resources
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I’m Mike, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Madison, Wisconsin. I lived and worked in Madison for several years before career opportunities took me elsewhere.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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