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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near West Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $800 (21 Rentals)
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from $1,099Studio 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 $1,319Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 20
Casa Blanca Apartments
2302 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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from $1,370Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Normandy Apartments
4715 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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Oakland on Monroe
1611 Monroe StMadison, WI 53711
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from $1,400Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
3722 Speedway Rd
3722 Speedway RdMadison, WI 53705
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Madison's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
Learn about Madison and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Mike Heuer
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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 | $1,341 | $1,099 | $1,799 |
| Near West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,642 | $1,010 | $2,595 |
| Near West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,113 | $1,495 | $3,980 |
| Near West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,579 | $1,870 | $3,745 |
| Near West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,695 | $2,650 | $2,740 |
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There are currently 21 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 Studio unit found at Allen House Apartments priced from $1,099. The Monticello has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Near West Side apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allen House Apartments | 0x1-361 | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| The Monticello | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| The Normandy Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,370 |
| Oakland on Monroe | The Monroe | 1BR,1BA | $1,385 |
| 3722 Speedway Rd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near West Side, WI
As of June 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Near West Side area is the $3.01 price per square foot C3 Model at EO Madison Yards in the in the University of Wisconsin neighborhood starting from $3,110. The second greatest value Near West Side apartment is the One Bedroom Plus Den Model at The Quarry Apartments starting at $2,125 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the University of Wisconsin 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. |
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| EO Madison Yards | C3 | 2BR,2BA | $3.01 |
| The Quarry Apartments | One Bedroom Plus Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Royal Arms Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Virtue | 1 Bed/1 Bath + Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Woodland Reserve Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| PELOTON RESIDENCES, LLC - Phase 1 | PLT - U | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| The Monticello | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 3722 Speedway Rd | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.32 |
| The Normandy Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.40 |
| Oakland on Monroe | The Monroe | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
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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 $1,865.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Near West Side?
The cheapest apartment in Near West Side is Allen House Apartments which is listed at $1,199, while the average apartment in Near West Side costs $2,695.
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 1 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 $123 which is $2,572 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Near West Side.
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