Cheap Homes for Rent in Emerson East Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $1,000 (15 Rentals)

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property at 125 E Gorham St

$1,050 - $2,895

Studio To 4 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 15, 2026

125 E Gorham St

MadisonWI53703
property at 137 E Gorham St

$1,150 - $1,600

Studio Rentals

Available Jan 1, 2026

137 E Gorham St

MadisonWI53703

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Emerson East, Madison, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Emerson East Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Emerson East area of Madison, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Rise-Madison priced from $639. Eagle Harbor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $686. Here are the most affordable Emerson East apartments for rent in Madison, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rise-Madison1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$639
Eagle Harbor2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$686
106 S Hancock StStudioStudio,1BA$890
Nature Valley ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$895
632 Howard Place632 Howard Place - 304Studio,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerson East, WI

As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Emerson East area is the $1.25 price per square foot 17 N Bassett St Model at 17 N Bassett St, Unit 2 in the in the The Isthmus neighborhood starting from $2,360. The second greatest value Emerson East apartment is the 110 S Blair St Model at 110 S Blair St, Unit 2 starting at $1,820 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the The Isthmus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Emerson East apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
17 N Bassett St, Unit 217 N Bassett St4BR,2BA$1.25
110 S Blair St, Unit 2110 S Blair St3BR,1BA$1.35
453 W Mifflin St, Unit 1453 W Mifflin St3BR,1BA$1.38
514 E Johnson St, Unit 2514 E Johnson St1BR,1BA$1.00
520 E Johnson St, Unit 1520 E Johnson St2BR,1BA$1.28
22 N Hancock StTwo-Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.33
229 Lakelawn *Student Housing*4 Bedroom 26-27 School Year / Room4BR,3BA$1.18
451 W Mifflin St, Unit 3451 W Mifflin St2BR,1BA$1.27
914-16 N Oak St2Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.33
Freedom Park1 bed/1 bath + Den1BR,1BA$1.38

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Emerson East, Madison, WI

Ranked #3

Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Emerson East

What type of rentals are currently available in Emerson East?

There are currently 531 Apartments for Rent in Emerson East, WI with pricing that ranges from $775 to $8,599. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Emerson East ranging from $1,050 to $6,949.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Emerson East ranges from $1,050 to $6,949 with an average monthly rent of $3,031.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Emerson East?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Emerson East range from $1,119 to $6,450, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $3,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,225.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Experts Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Madison

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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