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Rise-Madison
958 Rise LnMadison, 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
3154-3166 Ridgeway AveMadison, WI 53704
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Eagle Harbor
1356-1360 MacArthur RdMadison, WI 53714
3554 E Washington Ave
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The Intersect
808 Melvin CtMadison, WI 53704
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McCormick Commons
709 McCormick AveMadison, WI 53704
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Carbon at Union Corners
2418 Winnebago StMadison, WI 53704
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914-16 N Oak St
914-16 N Oak StMadison, WI 53704
3009 Hermina St
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Garver Point
171 S Fair OaksMadison, 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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2566 Hoard St, Unit Downstairs apartment
2566 Hoard StMadison, WI 53704
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2838 Dahle St, Unit C
2838 Dahle StMadison, WI 53704
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3401 Dawes St
3401 Dawes StMadison, WI 53714
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Starkweather Place
215 N Fair Oaks AveMadison, WI 53714
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209 Kedzie St, Unit Apartment #2
209 Kedzie StMadison, WI 53704
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21 Farwell St, Unit 1
21 Farwell StMadison, WI 53704
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Ella
2860 E Washington AveMadison, WI 53704
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2087 Winnebago St, Unit 3
2087 Winnebago StMadison, WI 53704
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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
714 N Oak St
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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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Ridge Creek Apartments
2 Ridgeview CtMadison, WI 53704
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Asana Apartments
2081 Atwood AveMadison, WI 53704
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Generations at Union Corners
2507 Winnebago StMadison, WI 53704
141 Division St
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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 | $1,375 | $949 | $1,600 |
| Near East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,540 | $1,000 | $3,285 |
| Near East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,735 | $1,050 | $2,700 |
| Near East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,227 | $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 2 Beds unit found at Rise-Madison priced from $784. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rise-Madison | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $784 |
| 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 |
| The Intersect | Cul De Sac - 50% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,187 |
| McCormick Commons | 1 Bedroom - Upper | 1BR,1BA | $1,265 |
| Garver Point | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Commercial Avenue | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| Fair Oaks | F2 Floor Plan | Studio,1BA | $1,315 |
| Ridgeview Heights | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath - Unrenovated | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near East Side, WI
As of June 08, 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 2566 Hoard St Model at 2566 Hoard St, Unit Downstairs apartment starting at $1,380 with a $1.36 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 |
| 2566 Hoard St, Unit Downstairs apartment | 2566 Hoard St | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 3401 Dawes St | 2bed1bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 209 Kedzie St, Unit Apartment #2 | 209 Kedzie St | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Madison Mayfair Apartments | Remodeled 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Ridgeview Heights | 2-Bedroom 1 Bath Newly Renovated Apartment - Pr... | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Commercial Avenue | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Rise-Madison | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| McCormick Commons | 1 Bedroom - Lower | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Eagle Harbor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Lakeshore to Lecture Hall: Finding Your Perfect Student Apartment in Madison, WI
Discover the best student housing neighborhoods for renting in Madison, Wisconsin! This guide covers apartments near the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Edgewood University, Herzing University, and Madison Area Technical College, detailing locations like Regent, Shorewood Hills, Dudgeon-Monroe, and more for your perfect college home.
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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 $1,350.
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 $2,126.
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 168 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 $794 which is $1,332 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Near East Side.
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