
Homes for Rent in Madison, WI (191 Rentals)


2549 Upham St

4403 Buckeye Rd

1205 Chandler St

936 Drake St, Unit 4

3541 Graceland Ave, Unit A

5 Sherman Ter, Unit 4

23 Sherman Ter, Unit 5

1002 N Sunnyvale Ln, Unit G

3503 Albert Ct
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5337 Brody Dr

5325 Brody Dr, Unit 101

301 Harbour Town Dr, Unit 209

17 Sherman Ter, Unit 2

228 Swanton Rd, Unit 228 Swanton Rd

24 Sherman Ter, Unit 6

8206 Starr Grass Dr, Unit 206

4318 Lumley Rd

1015 E Gorham St

622 Cedar St
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333 W Mifflin St, Unit 3060

2836 Holborn Cir

8253 Mayo Dr, Unit 306

217 N 6th St

1607 Reetz Rd

710 S Mills St

309 W Washington Ave, Unit 215

2951 Traceway Dr

7131 Discovery Ln

309 W Washington Ave, Unit 213
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544 W Wilson St

6720 Fairhaven Rd

819 E Mifflin St, Unit 316

309 W Washington Ave, Unit 401

5106 Raymond Rd

6827 East Pass, Unit 6823

719 N Gammon Rd

3906 Hanover St

909 S Midvale Blvd

1 Sonora Ct
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2305 McKenna Blvd

6302 Mineral Point Rd, Unit 121

306 Palomino Ln, Unit 1

2837 Commercial Ave

2942 Stevens St

15 S Hancock St

311 Forest St, Unit Newly Remodeled 2D

7313 Farmington Way

803 E Mifflin St, Unit 803 E Mifflin Street

913 Vernon Rd
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Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Madison?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Madison 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,083 | $1,185 | $3,200 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,650 | $1,800 | $3,595 |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,425 | $2,100 | $4,900 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,195 | $3,195 | $3,195 |
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Discover the best student housing neighborhoods for renting in Madison, Wisconsin! This guide covers apartments near the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Edgewood University, Herzing University, and Madison Area Technical College, detailing locations like Regent, Shorewood Hills, Dudgeon-Monroe, and more for your perfect college home.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Madison
What type of rentals are currently available in Madison?
There are currently 1790 Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI with pricing that ranges from $590 to $14,130. There are also 186 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Madison ranging from $599 to $4,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Madison?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Madison ranges from $599 to $4,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,394.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Madison?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Madison range from $866 to $14,130, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $3,595. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $938.
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Experts Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Madison
Written by: Mike Heuer
I’m Mike, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Madison, Wisconsin. I lived and worked in Madison for several years before career opportunities took me elsewhere.

Lakeshore to Lecture Hall: Finding Your Perfect Student Apartment in Madison, WI
Written by: Mike Heuer
I am Mike, your guide to student housing in the Greater Madison, Wisconsin, area. Madison is a terrific city that also is the Capital of Wisconsin.

An Insiders Guide to 6 Reasons Why Locals Love Renting in Madison, Wisconsin
Written by: Mike Heuer
Madison is Wisconsin’s capital city and its second-largest city, with a population of more than 260,000.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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