
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Near West Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $770 (45 Rentals)


2605 University Ave

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1939 University Ave, Unit #1, Unit #1

411 Paunack Pl

Oak Tree Apartments

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409 Palomino Ln, Unit 1N, Unit 1N

1606 Jefferson St

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401 Palomino Ln, Unit 2S, Unit 2S

Arbor Crossing
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3311 Harvey St, Unit 3311 C

3319 Harvey St, Unit 3319-E

3319 Harvey St, Unit 3319-F

501 Shepard Terrace

2104 University Ave

3118 Harvey St

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1918 Madison St

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Shorewood Apartments

510 N Franklin Ave, Unit 2
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510 N Franklin Ave, Unit 4

Woodland Reserve Apartments

409 Palomino Ln, Unit 1B, Unit 1B

Casa Blanca

The Quarry

The Boulevard

328 N Allen St, Unit 1, Unit 1

2009-2011 University Ave

3722 Speedway Rd
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Stadium Lofts

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1917 Monroe St

Kingston Corners

2737 Lynn Ter

Monroe Manor

Koval House

Twin Gables

Russell Terrace

Walnut Manor
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Kingston Place

700 UBD Apartments

Hamelin House

Victory Court

Keystone

Wingra West Apartments
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Near West Side, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Near West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Near West Side Studio Apartments | $1,384 | $980 | $1,775 |
| Near West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,739 | $1,128 | $2,495 |
Near West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,047 | $770 | $3,105 |
| Near West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,387 | $1,750 | $2,709 |
| Near West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,550 | $2,550 | $2,550 |
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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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Pet Friendly LifestyleNear West Side, Madison, WI
Ranked #75
Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Near West Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Near West Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Near West Side is under $2,270.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Near West Side?
The cheapest apartment in Near West Side is Oak Tree Apartments which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in Near West Side costs $5,195.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Near West 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 11 regular apartments in Near West Side that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Written by: Mike Heuer
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