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Nature Valley Apartments
1101 MacArthur RdMadison, WI 53714
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The Point on Washington
3917 Lien RdMadison, WI 53704
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Madison Mayfair Apartments
1010 N Mayfair AveMadison, WI 53714
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Ella
2860 E Washington AveMadison, WI 53704
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Eagle Harbor
1356-1360 MacArthur RdMadison, WI 53714
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Rise-Madison
958 Rise LnMadison, WI 53714
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3226 Milwaukee St, Unit 2, Unit 2
3226 Milwaukee StMadison, WI 53714
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The Intersect
808 Melvin CtMadison, WI 53704
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3209 Ridgeway Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3
3209 Ridgeway AveMadison, WI 53704
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Carbon at Union Corners
2418 Winnebago StMadison, WI 53704
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McCormick Commons
709 McCormick AveMadison, WI 53704
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Ridgeview Heights
3154-3166 Ridgeway AveMadison, WI 53704
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Commercial Avenue
2917 Commercial AveMadison, WI 53704
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Fair Oaks
144 S Fair Oaks AveMadison, WI 53704
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Nexus at Union Corners
2521 East Washington AveMadison, WI 53704
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Garver Point
171 S Fair OaksMadison, WI 53704
2624 Union St
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2718 Commercial Ave
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Starkweather Place
215 N Fair Oaks AveMadison, WI 53714
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3554 E Washington Ave
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Algoma Apartments
404 Algoma StMadison, WI 53704
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Eastpointe
309 Clyde Gallagher AveMadison, WI 53714
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Fair Oaks Apartments
3324 Milwaukee StMadison, WI 53714
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The Andre Apartments
2350 Winnebago StMadison, WI 53704
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Enso Apartments
715 Rethke AveMadison, WI 53714
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914-16 N Oak St
914-16 N Oak StMadison, WI 53704
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131 N Fair Oaks Ave
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Ridge Creek Apartments
2 Ridgeview CtMadison, WI 53704
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Asana Apartments
2081 Atwood AveMadison, WI 53704
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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 |
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| Near East Side Studio Apartments | $1,363 | $895 | $1,570 |
| Near East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,534 | $995 | $2,375 |
| Near East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,803 | $1,050 | $2,750 |
| Near East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,261 | $1,300 | $3,100 |
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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 |
| Ella | B - 3 (WHEDA) Floor Plan (50LMI Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Eagle Harbor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Rise-Madison | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,112 |
| The Intersect | Cul De Sac | 1BR,1BA | $1,184 |
| Ridgeview Heights | 1 Bed/1 Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| McCormick Commons | 1 Bedroom - Upper | 1BR,1BA | $1,265 |
| Commercial Avenue | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,305 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near East Side, WI
As of April 23, 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 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at Rise-Madison starting at $1,661 with a $1.55 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. |
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| Carbon at Union Corners | 3x2 Income restricted | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Rise-Madison | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Madison Mayfair Apartments | Remodeled 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Kennedy Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Commercial Avenue | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| McCormick Commons | 1 Bedroom - Lower | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Eagle Harbor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| The Intersect | Cul De Sac | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Nature Valley Apartments | 1 bed/ 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Valued Stay Aloha | Studios | Studio ,1BA | $2.10 |
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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 $2,187.
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 25 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 $718 which is $1,469 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Near East Side.
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