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The Ace Apartments
4602 Cottage Grove RdMadison, WI 53714
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $900 (9 Rentals)
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Prentice Park
803 N Thompson DrMadison, WI 53704
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The Meadows
401 N Thompson DrMadison, WI 53714
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Hercules Trail
5816 Halley WayMadison, WI 53718
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Infinity
5850 Charon LnMadison, WI 53718
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North Star Apartments
769 N Star DrMadison, WI 53718
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apollo 502
502 Apollo WayMadison, WI 53718
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913 Acewood BlvdMadison, WI 53714
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The Life at Madison Grove
4701-4725 Cottage Grove RdMadison, WI 53716
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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 | $1,297 | $1,250 | $1,350 |
| East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $1,100 | $1,765 |
| East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,694 | $1,320 | $2,540 |
| East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $1,145 | $2,074 |
| East Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,125 | $2,125 | $2,125 |
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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. The Meadows has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,165. 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 |
| The Meadows | 1b/1b-r | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
| Hercules Trail | D1 | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, WI
As of March 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $1.42 price per square foot K2 Model at Infinity in the in the East Side neighborhood starting from $1,745. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the #101-201-301 Model at Lion's Gate at Grandview starting at $1,655 with a $1.45 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infinity | K2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Lion's Gate at Grandview | #101-201-301 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Jupiter Crossing | M | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| 10-63 Sinykin Cir | Sinykin Circle | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Harmony at Grandview Commons | A-3A | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.69 |
| Aurora Pointe Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Fusion at 841 | B9 | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| The Life at Madison Grove | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Metro View Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| The Meadows | 1b/1b-r | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
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 $1,620.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Side?
The cheapest apartment in East Side is The Meadows which is listed at $1,165, while the average apartment in East Side costs $2,125.
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 15 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 $676 which is $1,449 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Side.
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