Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midvale Heights Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $600 (64 Rentals)

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Otto's House
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Otto's House

2554 Kendall AveMadison, WI 53705

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5718 Balsam Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

5718 Balsam Rd

5718 Balsam RdMadison, WI 53711
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Zurich Haus
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Zurich Haus

2211 Carling DrMadison, WI 53711
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The Monticello
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Monticello

5015 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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5817 Raymond Rd
3 Bedroom Apartments

5817 Raymond Rd

5817 Raymond RdMadison, WI 53711
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Pondfield Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pondfield Apartments

937 N Gammon RdMadison, WI 53717
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Hedvin House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hedvin House

2217 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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6741 Hammersley Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

6741 Hammersley Rd

6741 Hammersley RdMadison, WI 53711
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Wingra Shores
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Wingra Shores

2628 Arbor DrMadison, WI 53711
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Highland Terrace
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Terrace

5329 Old Middleton RdMadison, WI 53705
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Franklin Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Franklin Terrace

521 N Franklin AveMadison, WI 53705
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Hilldale Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hilldale Towers

4817 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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Whitcomb Corner
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Whitcomb Corner

4930 Whitcomb DrMadison, WI 53711
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Stone Ridge Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stone Ridge Apartments

329 Island DrMadison, WI 53705
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Kingston Place
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Kingston Place

2553-2581 University AveMadison, WI 53705
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The Monticello
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Monticello

5015 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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Midvale Heights, Madison, WI Local Guide

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 Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments priced from $646. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oak Ridge at University Park Senior ApartmentsB1BR,1BA$646
Normandy Square 55+One Bedroom (Income Restricted 40%)1BR,1BA$922
Arbor Arms ApartmentsStudio Ashford ResidenceStudio,1BA$1,000
Country Meadows ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,000
Avalon Madison Village1 Bedroom 60%1BR,1BA$1,005
Chalet Gardens Apartments.1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,089
River Bend Apartments at the ArboretumCottonwood1BR,1BA$1,099
Pine Crest Apartments1 Bdrm Loft1BR,1BA$1,100
501 N. Whitney Way Madison, WI1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,100
Liberty Valley1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midvale Heights, WI

As of October 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midvale Heights area is the $0.90 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+) in the in the Dudgeon-Monroe neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Midvale Heights apartment is the C6-SING Model at Madison Townhomes – Singleton starting at $1,805 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the South West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midvale Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+)2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.90
Madison Townhomes – SingletonC6-SING2BR,2.5BA$1.39
Normandy Square 55+Two Bedroom (Income Restricted - 60%)2BR,2BA$1.40
426 Rushmore Ln, Unit 2426 Rushmore Ln2BR,1BA$1.45
Oak Ridge at University Park Senior ApartmentsG2BR,2BA$1.51
Tailor PlaceC2 Floor Plan (50LMI Income Restricted)2BR,2BA$1.27
Faircrest Apartments2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.46
1305 Jewel Ct, Unit 11305 Jewel Ct2BR,1BA$1.49
Avalon Madison Village1 Bedroom 60%1BR,1BA$1.29
River Bend Apartments at the ArboretumCottonwood1BR,1BA$1.47

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Midvale Heights, Madison, WI

Ranked #36

Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Southwest Central Madison, WI. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Midvale Heights Neighborhood in Madison, WI

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

75 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

49 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midvale Heights Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Midvale Heights?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Midvale Heights is under $1,150.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midvale Heights?

The cheapest apartment in Midvale Heights is Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments which is listed at $646, while the average apartment in Midvale Heights costs $3,229.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midvale Heights?

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 51 regular apartments in Midvale Heights 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 Midvale Heights?

Cheap apartments in Midvale Heights have an average cost of $388 which is $2,841 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midvale Heights.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.