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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near West Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $700 (20 Rentals)
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from $1,025Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 14
Langdon Hall Apartments
633 Langdon StMadison, WI 53703
3315 Harvey St
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3311 Harvey St
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The Heights
2206 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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from $1,149Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Allen House Apartments
2130 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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from $1,189Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 15
University Bay
2124 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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from $1,2501 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Monticello
5015 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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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 | $1,370 | $1,025 | $2,130 |
| Near West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,605 | $985 | $2,595 |
| Near West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,082 | $1,450 | $3,989 |
| Near West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,550 | $1,815 | $3,845 |
| Near West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Near West Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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Cheapest Available Near West Side Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near West Side area of Madison, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Heights priced from $1,039. Allen House Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,149. Here are the most affordable Near West Side apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Heights | 1 BED 1 BED | 1BR,1BA | $1,039 |
| Allen House Apartments | 0x1-361 | Studio,1BA | $1,149 |
| The Monticello | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Normandy Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,370 |
| Oakland on Monroe | The Oakland | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near West Side, WI
As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Near West Side area is the $1.61 price per square foot 3 BED 2 BA Model at The Heights in the in the Downtown Madison neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Near West Side apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Boulevard Apartments starting at $2,900 with a $2.31 price per square foot in the Near West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Near West Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Heights | 3 BED 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| The Boulevard Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.31 |
| Woodland Reserve Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| Park Cedar Apartments | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| EO Madison Yards | C2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| Royal Arms Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| PELOTON RESIDENCES, LLC - Phase 1 | PLT - U | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| The Monticello | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 405 Palomino Ln, Unit 1S | 405 Palomino Ln | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Allen House Apartments | 1x1-424 | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
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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 $1,725.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Near West Side?
The cheapest apartment in Near West Side is The Heights which is listed at $1,039, while the average apartment in Near West Side costs $3,000.
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 6 regular apartments in Near West 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 West Side?
Cheap apartments in Near West Side have an average cost of $146 which is $2,854 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Near West Side.
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