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Carbon
2418 Winnebago StMadison, WI 53704
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2078 Atwood Ave
2078 Atwood AveMadison, WI 53704
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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
430 N Oak St
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Eagle Harbor
1356-1360 MacArthur RdMadison, WI 53714
714 N Oak St
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Rise-Madison
958 Rise LnMadison, WI 53714
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McCormick Commons
709 McCormick AveMadison, WI 53704
2034 Rusk St
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The Intersect
808 Melvin CtMadison, WI 53704
2726 Union St
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Ridgeview Heights
3154-3166 Ridgeway AveMadison, WI 53704
3541 Graceland Ave, Unit A
3541 Graceland Ave
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Commercial Avenue
2917 Commercial AveMadison, WI 53704
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Nexus at Union Corners
2521 East Washington AveMadison, WI 53704
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Starkweather Place
215 N Fair Oaks AveMadison, WI 53714
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Ella
2860 E Washington AveMadison, WI 53704
2718 Sommers Ave
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Fair Oaks
144 S Fair Oaks AveMadison, WI 53704
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Garver Point
171 S Fair OaksMadison, WI 53704
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209 Kedzie St, Unit Apartment #2
209 Kedzie StMadison, WI 53704
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2069 Winnebago St, Unit 2069 A
2069 Winnebago StMadison, WI 53704
3316 Milwaukee St
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2549 Upham St
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Kennedy Place
2045 Atwood AveMadison, WI 53704
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Asana Apartments
2081 Atwood AveMadison, WI 53704
2841 Coolidge St
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Velo 404
404 Division StMadison, WI 53704
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521 Maple Ave, Unit 1
521 Maple AveMadison, WI 53704
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57 Waubesa St
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Algoma Apartments
404 Algoma StMadison, WI 53704
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Nature Valley Apartments
1101 MacArthur RdMadison, WI 53714
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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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206 North St
206 North 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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Ridge Creek Apartments
2 Ridgeview CtMadison, WI 53704
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Generations at Union Corners
2507 Winnebago StMadison, WI 53704
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Woods Edge Townhomes
1203-1211 MacArthur RdMadison, WI 53714
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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 | $1,241 | $899 | $1,495 |
| Near East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,456 | $1,000 | $2,223 |
| Near East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,693 | $771 | $3,100 |
| Near East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,114 | $1,300 | $3,005 |
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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 The Point on Washington priced from $949. Madison Mayfair Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| McCormick Commons | 1 Bedroom - Upper | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| The Intersect | Cul De Sac - 50% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,187 |
| Starkweather Place | 0A Floor Plan | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Carbon | 2/1 - 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1,380 |
| Fair Oaks | M Floor Plan (60LMI Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $1,390 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near East Side, WI
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Near East Side area is the $1.56 price per square foot 2/2 - 60% Model at Carbon in the in the Near East Side neighborhood starting from $1,685. 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. |
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| Carbon | 2/2 - 60% | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Madison Mayfair Apartments | Remodeled 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 209 Kedzie St, Unit Apartment #2 | 209 Kedzie St | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 2069 Winnebago St, Unit 2069 A | 2069 Winnebago St | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Ridgeview Heights | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Kennedy Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Rise-Madison | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| McCormick Commons | 1 Bedroom - Lower | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Eagle Harbor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 2078 Atwood Ave | 2078 Atwood Ave | Studio ,1BA | $1.90 |
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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 $1,390.
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 $999, while the average apartment in Near East Side costs $1,575.
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 170 regular apartments in Near East Side that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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