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3025 Commercial Ave, Unit 4
3025 Commercial AveMadison, WI 53704
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near East Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $600 (18 Rentals)
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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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Ridgeview Heights Apartments
3154-3166 Ridgeway AveMadison, WI 53704
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Eagle Harbor Apartments
1356-1360 MacArthur RdMadison, WI 53714
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3176 Ridgeway Ave, Unit #5
3176 Ridgeway AveMadison, WI 53704
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Garver Point
171 S Fair OaksMadison, WI 53704
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Carbon at Union Corners
2418 Winnebago StMadison, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Near East Side Studio Apartments | $1,543 | $995 | $1,815 |
| Near East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,889 | $950 | $2,500 |
| Near East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,586 | $1,050 | $3,695 |
| Near East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,412 | $1,300 | $3,560 |
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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 $995. The Point on Washington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. 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 | $995 |
| The Point on Washington | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Madison Mayfair Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Ridgeview Heights Apartments | Lrg. 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
| Eagle Harbor Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,064 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near East Side, WI
As of June 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Near East Side area is the $1.17 price per square foot 1205-2 Model at Woods Edge Townhomes in the in the Near East Side neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Near East Side apartment is the 3x2 Income restricted Model at Carbon at Union Corners starting at $1,811 with a $1.41 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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| Woods Edge Townhomes | 1205-2 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| Carbon at Union Corners | 3x2 Income restricted | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Eagle Harbor Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Ridge Creek Apartments | 2x1028 | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| The Fitzgerald | One Bedroom plus Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| McCormick Commons | Upper Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 3176 Ridgeway Ave, Unit #5 | 3176 Ridgeway Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Commercial Avenue | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Madison Mayfair Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Ridgeview Heights Apartments | Lrg. 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
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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 $1,287.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Near East Side?
The cheapest apartment in Near East Side is Madison Mayfair Apartments which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Near East Side costs $2,590.
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 9 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 $179 which is $2,411 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Near East Side.
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