
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 |
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Hill Farms University Studio Apartments | $1,358 | $985 | $1,830 |
Hill Farms University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,589 | $641 | $2,445 |
Hill Farms University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,987 | $763 | $3,980 |
Hill Farms University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,103 | $883 | $3,595 |
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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 Studio unit found at Schroeder Square Apartments priced from $950. Vivo Living Madison has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $985. Here are the most affordable Hill Farms University apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Schroeder Square Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
Vivo Living Madison | The Frank | Studio,1BA | $985 |
Liberty Valley | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
University Bay | 2116 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Country Meadows Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,040 |
Nakoma Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
Stone Ridge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
PARK TOWER | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
Heritage Circle Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
The Monticello | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hill Farms University, WI
As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hill Farms University area is the $1.48 price per square foot 301 Harbour Town Dr Model at 301 Harbour Town Dr in the in the Glen Oak Hills neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Hill Farms University apartment is the I Floor Plan (60LMI Income Restricted) Model at Arbor Crossing starting at $1,870 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Downtown Madison 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. |
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301 Harbour Town Dr | 301 Harbour Town Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
Arbor Crossing | I Floor Plan (60LMI Income Restricted) | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments | G | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
Yorktown Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - Contemporary | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
Normandy Square 55+ | Two Bedroom (Income Restricted - 60%) | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
501 N. Whitney Way Madison, WI | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
4926 Ascot Ln, Unit 3 | 4926 Ascot Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Lamplighter Apartments | Newton | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
Heritage Circle Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Stone Ridge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
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Getting Around the Hill Farms University Neighborhood in Madison, WI
Walk Score®
77 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
95 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
43 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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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 $1,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hill Farms University?
The cheapest apartment in Hill Farms University is University Bay which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Hill Farms University costs $2,080.
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 19 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 $451 which is $1,629 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hill Farms University.
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