Cheap Homes for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $2,000 (3 Rentals)

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property at 321 Alton Dr

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 3

321 Alton Dr

MadisonWI53718

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, WI

As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $1.52 price per square foot Two Bed Two Bath 1149 sqft Model at Fieldstone Estates in the in the East Side neighborhood starting from $1,751. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the C-3C.2 Model at Harmony at Grandview Commons starting at $1,644 with a $1.64 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fieldstone EstatesTwo Bed Two Bath 1149 sqft2BR,2BA$1.52
Harmony at Grandview CommonsC-3C.23BR,1.5BA$1.64
Lion's Gate at Grandview#1161BR,1BA$1.52
Sunset TerraceR1BR,2BA$1.62
Williamstown Bay EastWilliamstown Bay East - 1022BR,1BA$1.30
The Meadows Apartments2br/1b2BR,1BA$1.49
The Life at Madison Grove2 BED 1 BATH2BR,1BA$1.18
InfinityH1BR,1BA$1.62
Fusion at 841B11BR,1BA$1.71
Hercules TrailB11BR,1BA$1.65

Frequently Asked Questions about East Side

What type of rentals are currently available in East Side?

There are currently 45 Apartments for Rent in East Side, WI with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $3,150. There are also 5 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Side ranging from $2,000 to $3,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Side?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Side ranges from $2,000 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $3,200.

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