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Nature Valley Apartments
1101 MacArthur RdMadison, WI 53714
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The Point on Washington
3917 Lien RdMadison, WI 53704
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1356-1360 MacArthur RdMadison, WI 53714
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1010 N Mayfair AveMadison, WI 53714
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3154-3166 Ridgeway AveMadison, WI 53704
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Freedom Park
3802 Lien RdMadison, WI 53704
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2402 Columbus LnMadison, WI 53704
1512 Williamson St
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The Grove Apartments
202-206 Cottage Grove RdMadison, WI 53716
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4602 Cottage Grove RdMadison, WI 53714
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2002-2022 Elka LnMadison, WI 53704
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401 N Thompson DrMadison, WI 53714
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1244 Huxley StMadison, WI 53704
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2026 Londonderry DrMadison, WI 53704
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958 Rise LnMadison, WI 53714
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1222 Huxley StMadison, WI 53704
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5110 Autumn Leaf LnMadison, WI 53704
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Hawthorne, Madison, WI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hawthorne?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorne Studio Apartments | $1,338 | $895 | $1,770 |
| Hawthorne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,521 | $925 | $2,340 |
| Hawthorne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,871 | $1,050 | $3,450 |
| Hawthorne 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,262 | $1,300 | $3,560 |
| Hawthorne 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,295 | $2,295 | $2,295 |
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Cheapest Available Hawthorne Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hawthorne area of Madison, WI is a Studio unit found at Nature Valley Apartments priced from $895. The Point on Washington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable Hawthorne apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nature Valley Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| The Point on Washington | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $949 |
| Eagle Harbor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $991 |
| Madison Mayfair Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Life at Madison Grove | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Freedom Park | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Grove Apartments | Income Restricted - One-Bed - 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,097 |
| Northshore Estates | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Oscar Family Apartments | Income Restricted - One Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,130 |
| The Meadows Apartments | 1b/1b-r | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hawthorne, WI
As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hawthorne 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 Hawthorne apartment is the 3x2 Income restricted Model at Carbon at Union Corners starting at $1,811 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Near East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hawthorne apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 9 Obrien Ct, Unit 09 O’Brien | 9 Obrien Ct | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.96 |
| Carbon at Union Corners | 3x2 Income restricted | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| 10-63 Sinykin Cir | Thompson 2nd Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| 3388 E Washington Ave, Unit #2 | 3388 E Washington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| The Oscar Senior Apartments | Income Restricted Two Bedroom 50% | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Ridgewood Trails | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| View Pointe | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Freedom Park | 1 bed/1 bath + Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Rise-Madison | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Eagle Harbor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Getting Around the Hawthorne Neighborhood in Madison, WI
Walk Score®
55 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
70 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
39 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hawthorne Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hawthorne?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hawthorne is under $1,145.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hawthorne?
The cheapest apartment in Hawthorne is Nature Valley Apartments which is listed at $925, while the average apartment in Hawthorne costs $2,295.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hawthorne?
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 40 regular apartments in Hawthorne 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 Hawthorne?
Cheap apartments in Hawthorne have an average cost of $264 which is $2,031 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hawthorne.
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