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Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments
667 S Whitney WayMadison, WI 53711
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Humbucker Apartments
1216 Spring StMadison, WI 53715
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1301 Spring St
1301 Spring StMadison, WI 53715
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5401 Willamsburg WayMadison, WI 53719
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LIBERTY VALLEY APARTMENTS
1001-1009 Gilbert RdMadison, WI 53711
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1235 Regent StMadison, WI 53715
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Allen House Apartments
2130 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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2124 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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2217 Fish Hatchery RdMadison, WI 53713
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Tailor Place
5630 Schroeder RdMadison, WI 53711
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Southview Apartments
1120-1120 Ann StMadison, WI 53713
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5002 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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2506 McDivitt RdMadison, WI 53713
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2720 McDivitt RdMadison, WI 53713
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University Park Commons
649 Sand Pearl LnMadison, WI 53711
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2302 University AveMadison, WI 53726
413 Paunack Pl
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10 N Orchard StMadison, WI 53715
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4501-4517 Hammersley RdMadison, WI 53711
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1305 Jewel Ct, Unit 1
1305 Jewel CtMadison, WI 53711
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River Bend Apartments at the Arboretum
101 River Bend RdMadison, WI 53713
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2809 Curry PkwyMadison, WI 53713
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1153-1174 Petra PlMadison, WI 53713
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1013 Milton StMadison, WI 53715
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30 Heritage CirMadison, WI 53711
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4733 Crescent RdMadison, WI 53711
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Gardens on Hillcrest
4450-4470 Hillcrest DrMadison, WI 53705
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2218-2234 Luann LnMadison, WI 53713
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4801 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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5015 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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1309 Spring St
1309-1315 Spring StMadison, WI 53715
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4685 Atticus WayMadison, WI 53711
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501 S Midvale BlvdMadison, WI 53711
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4612 Hammersley RdMadison, WI 53711
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925 S Whitney WayMadison, WI 53711
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2135 University Ave, Unit #1
2135 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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Lexington Green
10-28 Heritage CirMadison, WI 53711
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Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+)
4914 Whitcomb DrMadison, WI 53711
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520 S Mills St, Unit 2.5
520 S Mills StMadison, WI 53715
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45 N Orchard St
45 N Orchard StMadison, WI 53715
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Randall Park Rentals
1308 Spring StMadison, WI 53715
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Otto's House
2554 Kendall AveMadison, WI 53705
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5718 Balsam Rd
5718 Balsam RdMadison, WI 53711
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Ashford Arms Apartments
2814 Ashford LnMadison, WI 53713
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Fourteen-Eighteen At Ashford
2914-2918 Ashford LnMadison, WI 53713
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Randall Station
20 N Orchard StMadison, WI 53715
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1019 Milton St
1019 Milton StMadison, WI 53715
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Zurich Haus
2211 Carling DrMadison, WI 53711
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Nakoma, Madison, WI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nakoma?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Nakoma Studio Apartments | $1,438 | $845 | $3,480 |
| Nakoma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,633 | $646 | $4,410 |
| Nakoma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,978 | $770 | $5,585 |
| Nakoma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,525 | $1,520 | $5,125 |
| Nakoma 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,258 | $1,690 | $4,695 |
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Cheapest Available Nakoma Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Nakoma area of Madison, WI is a Studio unit found at 1301 Spring St priced from $845. LIBERTY VALLEY APARTMENTS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Nakoma apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 1301 Spring St | Studio Sublet 5/1-8/13 | Studio,1BA | $845 |
| LIBERTY VALLEY APARTMENTS | 1009 - 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Allen House Apartments | 0x1-390 | Studio,1BA | $1,071 |
| University Bay | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,079 |
| Tailor Place | F WHEDA (Corner) (50LMI Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Chapel Hill Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Bristol Arms | Oxford | 1BR,1BA | $1,141 |
| Arbor Arms Apartments | 1 Bed Arborville | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| New Fountains | The Buckingham | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| Casa Blanca | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,159 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nakoma, WI
As of March 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nakoma area is the $1.20 price per square foot The Ironwood Model at Preserve West in the in the Far West Side neighborhood starting from $2,125. The second greatest value Nakoma apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Wingra West starting at $2,500 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Downtown Madison neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nakoma apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Preserve West | The Ironwood | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Wingra West | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| STONECREST APARTMENTS | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| University Park Commons | J1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| The Heights | 2BED 2BA (60%) | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Guilford Apartments | 3 Bedroom/ 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| River Bend Apartments at the Arboretum | White Pine | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Haven Park Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 1305 Jewel Ct, Unit 1 | 1305 Jewel Ct | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nakoma Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Nakoma?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Nakoma is under $1,159.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Nakoma?
The cheapest apartment in Nakoma is LIBERTY VALLEY APARTMENTS which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Nakoma costs $5,395.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Nakoma?
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 28 regular apartments in Nakoma 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 Nakoma?
Cheap apartments in Nakoma have an average cost of $234 which is $5,161 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Nakoma.
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