Cheap Homes for Rent in East Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $1,600 (2 Rentals)

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property at 228 Swanton Rd

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 21

228 Swanton Rd, Unit 228 Swanton Rd

228 Swanton Rd
MadisonWI53714

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, WI

As of June 16, 2026 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 Two Bed Two Bath Model at Fieldstone Estates starting at $1,906 with a $1.56 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.
9 Obrien Ct, Unit 09 O’Brien9 Obrien Ct4BR,1.5BA$0.96
Fieldstone EstatesTwo Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.56
Prentice ParkGarden2BR,1BA$1.45
Sunset TerraceF2BR,2BA$1.58
Harmony at Grandview CommonsC-3C.23BR,1.5BA$1.64
Aurora Pointe Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.51
The Meadows Apartments2b/1b-r2BR,1BA$1.55
The Life at Madison Grove2 BED 1 BATH2BR,1BA$1.18
Jannah Village Apartments1x1 Apartment1BR,1BA$1.66
Hercules TrailB11BR,1BA$1.69

Frequently Asked Questions about East Side

What type of rentals are currently available in East Side?

There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in East Side, WI with pricing that ranges from $950 to $3,150. There are also 4 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Side ranging from $1,600 to $2,575.

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 $1,600 to $2,575 with an average monthly rent of $1,987.

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