
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midvale Heights Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $600 (144 Rentals)
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Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments

Normandy Square 55+

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Liberty Valley Apartments

Pine Crest Apartments

1106 Woodland Way, Unit 2

Spring Harbor Apartments

Vivo Living Madison

Allen House Apartments

Grand Canyon Apartments
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University Bay

Country Meadows Apartments

5021 Old Middleton Rd

3315 Harvey St, Unit 3317-7

Chapel Hill Apartments

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Prairie Park Senior Apartments

Heather Downs Apartments

Merchant Place

University Park Commons

Casa Blanca
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Nakoma Commons

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Faircrest Apartments

Yorktown Estates

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Arbor Hills

River Bend Apartments at the Arboretum

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Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+)

Heritage Circle Apartments

Meadowood Apartments

Gardens on Hillcrest

The Monticello
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5333 Brody Dr, Unit 201

PARK TOWER

The Marquee

Lakepoint Commons

The Derby

Lamplighter

Arbor Arms Apartments

5830 Balsam Rd, Unit Balsam Apartments #4

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2143 University Ave, Unit #1

5830 Balsam Rd, Unit 4
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Tailor Place

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Orchard Village Apartments

University Heights

Old University Place

Arbor Crossing

Yellowstone Apartments

Tyberius Terrace Apartments

Renew Madison

The Tuxedo Apartments

The Urbana
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Midvale Heights, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midvale Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midvale Heights Studio Apartments | $1,340 | $950 | $1,990 |
| Midvale Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,591 | $641 | $2,750 |
| Midvale Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,005 | $763 | $3,663 |
| Midvale Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,211 | $883 | $3,800 |
| Midvale Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,895 | $2,895 | $2,895 |
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There are currently 144 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Midvale Heights Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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Cheapest Available Midvale Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midvale Heights 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 Midvale Heights 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 |
| Liberty Valley Apartments | 1009 - 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Grand Canyon Apartments | Studio - 2nd floor | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Vivo Living Madison | The Frank | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Prairie Park Senior Apartments | 1 bed/1bath LMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Chapel Hill Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Heather Downs Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,113 |
| Allen House Apartments | 1x1-327 | 1BR,1BA | $1,124 |
| University Park Commons | 1 Bed 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midvale Heights, WI
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midvale Heights area is the $1.44 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Whispering Hills Townhouses in the in the Sunset Village neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Midvale Heights apartment is the The Gooseberry Model at Preserve West starting at $1,810 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Far West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midvale Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whispering Hills Townhouses | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Preserve West | The Gooseberry | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Yorktown Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - Contemporary | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| River Bend Apartments at the Arboretum | White Pine | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Normandy Square 55+ | One Bed 30% | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Orchard Village Apartments | 2A | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.47 |
| 4510 Thurston Ln | 2Bed/1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Meadowood Apartments | 5822 Russett - 3 Bed / 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Heritage Circle Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Prairie Park Senior Apartments | 1 bed/1bath LMI | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMidvale Heights, Madison, WI
Ranked #30
Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midvale Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Midvale Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Midvale Heights is at Vivo Living Madison listed at $995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Midvale Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Midvale Heights Apartment is $641 at The Canyons.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Midvale Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Midvale Heights is starting from $763 at The Canyons.
What is the most affordable Midvale Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Midvale Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Meadowood Apartments and starts from $1,249.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

Experts Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Madison
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