Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near West Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $800 (23 Rentals)

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Otto's House
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Otto's House

2554 Kendall AveMadison, WI 53705

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2102
1 Bedroom Apartments

2102

2102 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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Hedvin House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hedvin House

2217 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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Shorewood Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shorewood Apartments

3009 University AveMadison, WI 53705
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Franklin Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Franklin Terrace

521 N Franklin AveMadison, WI 53705
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Kingston Place
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Kingston Place

2553-2581 University AveMadison, WI 53705
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Birge House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Birge House

1932 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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2737 Lynn Ter
2 Bedroom Apartments

2737 Lynn Ter

2737 Lynn TerMadison, WI 53705
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Russell Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Russell Terrace

2223 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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Hamelin House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hamelin House

302 Walnut StMadison, WI 53726

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700 UBD Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

700 UBD Apartments

700 University Bay DrMadison, WI 53705
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2605 University Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2605 University Ave

2605-2609 University AveMadison, WI 53705
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3722 Speedway Rd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3722 Speedway Rd

3722 Speedway RdMadison, WI 53705

Near West Side, Madison, WI Local Guide

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 Allen House Apartments priced from $1,199. Oakland on Monroe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,525. Here are the most affordable Near West Side apartments for rent in Madison, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Allen House Apartments1Dx1-4441BR,1BA$1,199
Oakland on MonroeThe Jefferson1BR,1BA$1,525
Woodland Reserve Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,540

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near West Side, WI

As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Near West Side area is the $2.10 price per square foot 1BR/1.0BA Model at Woodland Reserve Apartments in the in the Near West Side neighborhood starting from $1,540. The second greatest value Near West Side apartment is the The Monroe Model at Oakland on Monroe starting at $1,595 with a $3.18 price per square foot in the Downtown Madison neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Near West Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Woodland Reserve Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.10
Oakland on MonroeThe Monroe1BR,1BA$3.18
Allen House Apartments1Dx1-4441BR,1BA$2.70

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Near West Side, Madison, WI

Ranked #78

Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Near West Side Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Near West Side Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Near West Side Apartment is $1,199 at Allen House Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Near West Side Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Near West Side is starting from $1,995 at Woodland Reserve Apartments.

What is the most affordable Near West Side Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Near West Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodland Reserve Apartments and starts from $2,390.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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