
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near East Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $600 (18 Rentals)
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The Point on Washington

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Ella

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3176 Ridgeway Ave, Unit #4

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Near East Side, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Near East Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Near East Side Studio Apartments | $1,379 | $895 | $1,725 |
| Near East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,540 | $995 | $2,360 |
| Near East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,835 | $1,050 | $3,550 |
| Near East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,298 | $1,300 | $3,560 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Near East Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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Cheapest Available Near East Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near East Side area of Madison, WI is a Studio unit found at Nature Valley Apartments priced from $895. The Point on Washington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $949. Here are the most affordable Near East Side apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nature Valley Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| The Point on Washington | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $949 |
| Madison Mayfair Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Eagle Harbor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Rise-Madison | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,112 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near East Side, WI
As of March 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Near East Side area is the $1.41 price per square foot 3x2 Income restricted Model at Carbon at Union Corners in the in the Near East Side neighborhood starting from $1,811. The second greatest value Near East Side apartment is the Remodeled 3 Bedroom Model at Madison Mayfair Apartments starting at $1,599 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Near East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Near East Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon at Union Corners | 3x2 Income restricted | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Madison Mayfair Apartments | Remodeled 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Ridgeview Heights | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Commercial Avenue | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Rise-Madison | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 3176 Ridgeway Ave, Unit #4 | 3176 Ridgeway Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| McCormick Commons | 1 Bedroom - Lower | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Eagle Harbor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Valued Stay Aloha | Studios | Studio ,1BA | $2.10 |
| Nature Valley Apartments | 1 bed/ 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Near East Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Near East Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Near East Side is under $1,305.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Near East Side?
The cheapest apartment in Near East Side is Nature Valley Apartments which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in Near East Side costs $2,222.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Near East Side?
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 218 regular apartments in Near East Side 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 Near East Side?
Cheap apartments in Near East Side have an average cost of $708 which is $1,514 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Near East Side.
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