
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Meadowood Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $600 (105 Rentals)
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Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments

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Westhaven Village Apartments

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Prairie Park Senior Apartments

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Meadowood, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Meadowood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadowood Studio Apartments | $1,326 | $950 | $1,641 |
| Meadowood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,541 | $641 | $2,335 |
| Meadowood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $763 | $3,300 |
| Meadowood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,058 | $883 | $3,800 |
| Meadowood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,400 | $3,400 | $3,400 |
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There are currently 105 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Meadowood Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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Cheapest Available Meadowood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Meadowood area of Madison, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Canyons priced from $641. Uno Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $884. Here are the most affordable Meadowood apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Canyons | One Bedroom Income Restricted-StyleB | 1BR,1BA | $641 |
| Uno Terrace | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $884 |
| Normandy Square 55+ | One Bedroom (Income Restricted 40%) | 1BR,1BA | $922 |
| Westhaven Village Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Vivo Living Madison | HEN - The Henry | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Heather Downs Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,084 |
| Chalet Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom 'C' | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Prairie Park Senior Apartments | 1 bed/1bath LMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,119 |
| Maple Grove Apartments | Standard Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Meadowood, WI
As of April 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Meadowood area is the $1.31 price per square foot 2-Bed Townhome Model at Fairhaven Court Townhomes in the in the Outer Verona neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Meadowood apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+) starting at $1,200 with a $0.80 price per square foot in the Dudgeon-Monroe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Meadowood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairhaven Court Townhomes | 2-Bed Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.31 |
| Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| Province Hill | Monscott | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Uno Terrace | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Madison Estates | 3x1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Orchard Village Apartments | 2C | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.46 |
| 4510 Thurston Ln | 2Bed/1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Fairwood Arms Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Prairie Park Senior Apartments | 1 bed/1bath LMI | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Normandy Square 55+ | One Bedroom (Income Restricted 40%) | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Meadowood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Meadowood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Meadowood is under $1,120.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Meadowood?
The cheapest apartment in Meadowood is The Canyons which is listed at $641, while the average apartment in Meadowood costs $3,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Meadowood?
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 Meadowood 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 Meadowood?
Cheap apartments in Meadowood have an average cost of $227 which is $3,173 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Meadowood.
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