Cheap Homes for Rent in Emerson East Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $1,200 (13 Rentals)

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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 3 Beds unit found at Hub on Campus Madison priced from $742. Nature Valley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Emerson East apartments for rent in Madison, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hub on Campus Madison3X5D33BR,3BA$742
Nature Valley ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$925
Freedom Park1 Bed/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$950
Capital Park ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$999
Madison Mayfair Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerson East, WI

As of July 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Emerson East area is the $1.41 price per square foot 3x2 Income restricted Model at Carbon at Union Corners in the in the Near East Side neighborhood starting from $1,811. The second greatest value Emerson East apartment is the Market Rate - Three Bedroom Model at The Grove Apartments starting at $2,260 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Eastmorland 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.
Carbon at Union Corners3x2 Income restricted3BR,2BA$1.41
The Grove ApartmentsMarket Rate - Three Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.78
Eagle Harbor3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.26
Yahara Landing ApartmentsOak2BR,2BA$1.73
Ridge Creek Apartments2x10282BR,1BA$1.41
Freedom Park2 bed/1 bath2BR,1BA$1.40
PMM + MS2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.45
The Oscar Senior Apartments2 Bedroom Market2BR,2BA$1.56
Madison Mayfair Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.60
The Oscar Family ApartmentsIncome Restricted - One Bedroom 50%1BR,1BA$1.75

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Frequently Asked Questions about Emerson East

What type of rentals are currently available in Emerson East?

There are currently 473 Apartments for Rent in Emerson East, WI with pricing that ranges from $699 to $7,277. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Emerson East ranging from $1,200 to $6,150.

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 $1,200 to $6,150 with an average monthly rent of $2,640.

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 $742 to $6,445, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,950 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $799.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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