
Cheap 3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the First Settlement Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $1,087 (3 Rentals)

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First Settlement, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in First Settlement?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Settlement Studio Apartments | $1,658 | $895 | $2,601 |
| First Settlement 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,113 | $803 | $5,250 |
| First Settlement 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,809 | $895 | $6,450 |
First Settlement 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,237 | $1,087 | $10,000+ |
| First Settlement 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,245 | $938 | $6,700 |
| First Settlement 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,881 | $1,049 | $7,250 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap First Settlement Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in First Settlement?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in First Settlement is under $1,129.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in First Settlement?
The cheapest apartment in First Settlement is Renaissance which is listed at $2,050, while the average apartment in First Settlement costs $5,850.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in First Settlement?
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 69 regular apartments in First Settlement 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 First Settlement?
Cheap apartments in First Settlement have an average cost of $788 which is $5,062 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in First Settlement.
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