
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midvale Heights Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $600 (145 Rentals)
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Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments

Normandy Square 55+

Liberty Valley Apartments

Pine Crest Apartments

1106 Woodland Way, Unit 2, Unit 2

Spring Harbor Apartments

3311 Harvey St, Unit 3311 B

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6118 Strathmore Ln, Unit B, Unit B

Heather Downs Apartments
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Vivo Living Madison

University Bay

Country Meadows Apartments

3315 Harvey St, Unit 3317-7

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PARK TOWER

Grand Canyon Apartments

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Prairie Park Senior Apartments

Chapel Hill Apartments

The Heights
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Arbor Arms Apartments

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Shorewood Apartments

Casa Blanca

Nakoma Commons

Yorktown Estates

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Arbor Hills

River Bend Apartments at the Arboretum

Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+)

Heritage Circle Apartments

Meadowood Apartments
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Gardens on Hillcrest

The Monticello

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Faircrest Apartments

Renew Madison

2605 University Ave

The Derby

Tailor Place

The Summit Residences

Lamplighter

Arbor Crossing
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The Marquee

Tyberius Terrace Apartments

Preserve West

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Orchard Village Apartments

University Heights

West End @ University Park

The Urbana

Old University Place

The Tuxedo Apartments
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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 | $1,304 | $950 | $2,021 |
| Midvale Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,589 | $641 | $2,495 |
| Midvale Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,001 | $763 | $3,928 |
| Midvale Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,238 | $883 | $3,800 |
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There are currently 145 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 |
| Heather Downs Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,024 |
| Vivo Living Madison | HEN - The Henry | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Allen House Apartments | 0x1-390 | Studio,1BA | $1,071 |
| Grand Canyon Apartments | Studio - 2nd floor | Studio,1BA | $1,095 |
| Chalet Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom 'C' | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Prairie Park Senior Apartments | 1 bed/1bath LMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Chapel Hill Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Arbor Arms Apartments | 1 Bed Arborville | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midvale Heights, WI
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midvale Heights area is the $1.55 price per square foot Two Bed plus Den Model at St. Croix Apartments in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $3,800. The second greatest value Midvale Heights apartment is the The Lily Model at Preserve West starting at $1,680 with a $1.06 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Croix Apartments | Two Bed plus Den | 3BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Preserve West | The Lily | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| The Heights | 2BED 2BA (60%) | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| River Bend Apartments at the Arboretum | White Pine | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Orchard Village Apartments | 2C | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.46 |
| 4510 Thurston Ln | 2Bed/1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Meadowood Apartments | 5806 Russett - 3 Bed / 1 Bath | 3BR,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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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!
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 The Canyons which is listed at $641, while the average apartment in Midvale Heights costs $2,300.
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 39 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 $255 which is $2,045 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midvale Heights.
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