
Homes for Rent in Madison, WI Under $2,000 (60 Rentals)


315 S Paterson St

311 N Hancock St, Unit Nichols Station Unit 131, Unit Nichols Station Unit 131

447 Warbler Ln

65 Bel-Aire Dr

215 N Blair St

77 Hollywood Dr

510 N Franklin Ave, Unit 2

510 N Franklin Ave, Unit 4

13 Captains Ct, Unit 5, Unit 5
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243 Tyler Cir

2021 Ellen Ave, Unit Dual Dwellings on Ellen, Unit Dual Dwellings on Ellen

4905 Phillip Ln

309 W Washington Ave

24 Sherman Ter, Unit 6, Unit 6

828-830 E Johnson St

830 E Johnson St

5192 Sassafras Dr

301 Harbour Town Dr, Unit Unit 406, Unit Unit 406

408 N Henry St, Unit 408n Henry st
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821 E Gorham St

2022 McKenna Blvd

1121 S Park St, Unit 109

141 Division St

1046 Jenifer St, Unit 3

2087 Winnebago St, Unit 3

1121 S Park St, Unit 206

1129 Catalpa Cir

402 W Dayton St, Unit 314

203 Ski Ct
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2 S Wickham Ct

213 S Broom St, Unit 3, Unit 3

5 High Point Woods Dr, Unit Apt 201

2241 Luann Ln, Unit Unit 1

5830 Balsam Rd, Unit 4

527 D'onofrio Dr, Unit 1, Unit 1

501 N Sherman Ave, Unit 501 B. N. Sherman Ave., Unit 501 B. N. Sherman Ave.

131 N Fair Oaks Ave

2018 N Sherman Ave

1975 E Washington Ave

3315 Harvey St, Unit 3317-7

454 W Dayton St

437 W Main St, Unit 204

454 W Dayton St

114 W Gilman St, Unit 11

1106 Woodland Way, Unit 2, Unit 2

1205 Chandler St

936 Drake St

7114 Park Shores Ct

7424 Franklin Ave, Unit 2
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 | $2,109 | $1,175 | $3,450 |
| Madison 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,545 | $1,800 | $3,995 |
| Madison 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,206 | $2,100 | $6,000 |
| Madison 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,673 | $3,095 | $4,600 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Madison
What type of rentals are currently available in Madison?
There are currently 1812 Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI with pricing that ranges from $475 to $14,130. There are also 170 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Madison ranging from $625 to $6,000.
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 $625 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,370.
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 $3,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,059.
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