
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Norman Acres Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $600 (32 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Norman Acres area of Madison.


Eagle Harbor

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The Point on Washington

Madison Mayfair Apartments

AutumnCreek

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Norman Acres, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Norman Acres?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norman Acres Studio Apartments | $1,186 | $895 | $2,430 |
| Norman Acres 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,640 | $925 | $4,210 |
| Norman Acres 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,945 | $1,050 | $4,490 |
| Norman Acres 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,576 | $1,300 | $6,070 |
| Norman Acres 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,570 | $2,250 | $3,165 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Norman Acres Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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Cheapest Available Norman Acres Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Norman Acres area of Madison, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Rise-Madison priced from $639. Eagle Harbor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $686. Here are the most affordable Norman Acres apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rise-Madison | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $639 |
| Eagle Harbor | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $686 |
| Nature Valley Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| The Point on Washington | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $949 |
| Sandburg Studios | Comfort Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| AutumnCreek | Nevada | Studio,1BA | $1,019 |
| Madison Mayfair Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Freedom Park | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Cedar Ridge | Remodeled Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| Ridgewood Trails | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Norman Acres, WI
As of December 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Norman Acres area is the $0.96 price per square foot 9 Obrien Ct Model at 9 Obrien Ct, Unit 09 O’Brien in the in the East Side neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value Norman Acres apartment is the 3x2 Income restricted Model at Carbon at Union Corners starting at $1,811 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Near East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Norman Acres apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Obrien Ct, Unit 09 O’Brien | 9 Obrien Ct | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.96 |
| Carbon at Union Corners | 3x2 Income restricted | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| 10-63 Sinykin Cir | Thompson 2nd Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Timber Bluff | 2 BED / 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Ridgewood Trails | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| The Andre Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Canopy Collection - Canopy Trails | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| View Pointe | 1 BR/ 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Freedom Park | 1 bed/1 bath + Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Eagle Harbor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorman Acres, Madison, WI
Ranked #43
Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Norman Acres Neighborhood in Madison, WI
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
63 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
41 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Norman Acres Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Norman Acres?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Norman Acres is under $1,099.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Norman Acres?
The cheapest apartment in Norman Acres is Rise-Madison which is listed at $639, while the average apartment in Norman Acres costs $2,295.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Norman Acres?
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 30 regular apartments in Norman Acres 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 Norman Acres?
Cheap apartments in Norman Acres have an average cost of $426 which is $1,869 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Norman Acres.
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