
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hill Farms University Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $600 (54 Rentals)
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Hill Farms University, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hill Farms University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hill Farms University Studio Apartments | $1,330 | $875 | $2,050 |
| Hill Farms University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,682 | $641 | $2,445 |
| Hill Farms University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,079 | $763 | $4,090 |
| Hill Farms University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,363 | $883 | $3,750 |
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Cheapest Available Hill Farms University Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hill Farms University area of Madison, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Canyons priced from $641. Normandy Square 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $922. Here are the most affordable Hill Farms University apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Canyons | One Bedroom Income Restricted-StyleB | 1BR,1BA | $641 |
| Normandy Square 55+ | One Bedroom (Income Restricted 40%) | 1BR,1BA | $922 |
| Vivo Living Madison | FRA - The Frank | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| University Bay | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,039 |
| LIBERTY VALLEY APARTMENTS | 1001 - 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Allen House Apartments | 0x1-390 | Studio,1BA | $1,071 |
| Tailor Place | F WHEDA (Corner) (50LMI Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Chapel Hill Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Casa Blanca | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,159 |
| Heritage Circle Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hill Farms University, WI
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hill Farms University area is the $1.55 price per square foot Two Bed plus Den Model at St. Croix Apartments in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Hill Farms University apartment is the The Maple Model at Preserve West starting at $2,415 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Far West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hill Farms University apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Croix Apartments | Two Bed plus Den | 3BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Preserve West | The Maple | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| Wingra West | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
| Whispering Hills Townhouses | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| 301 Harbour Town Dr | 301 Harbour Town Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| University Park Commons | J1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| The Heights | 2BED 2BA (60%) | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| 530 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| The Canyons | One Bedroom Income Restricted-StyleB | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Normandy Square 55+ | One Bedroom (Income Restricted 40%) | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hill Farms University Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hill Farms University?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hill Farms University is under $1,249.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hill Farms University?
The cheapest apartment in Hill Farms University is The Canyons which is listed at $641, while the average apartment in Hill Farms University costs $2,498.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hill Farms University?
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 48 regular apartments in Hill Farms University 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 Hill Farms University?
Cheap apartments in Hill Farms University have an average cost of $262 which is $2,236 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hill Farms University.
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