
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Lake Mendota Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $700 (32 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the North Lake Mendota area of Madison.


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2018 N Sherman Ave

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The Oscar Senior Apartments

2409 Brentwood Pkwy

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1826 Schlimgen Ave, Unit 1826

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Northern Bluffs

2401 Brentwood Pkwy, Unit 3

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3737 E Karstens Dr, Unit #4

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1301 Ruskin St, Unit 1

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1505 Steensland Dr

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2413 Brentwood Pkwy, Unit 2

Northpointe

2405 Monterey Dr

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2502 Brentwood Pkwy

2406 Calypso Rd

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2505 Calypso Rd

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1310 Hooker Ave

513 Troy Dr

631 N Sherman Ave

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North Lake Mendota, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Lake Mendota?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Lake Mendota Studio Apartments | $1,216 | $1,035 | $1,615 |
| North Lake Mendota 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,358 | $761 | $1,765 |
| North Lake Mendota 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,535 | $913 | $3,214 |
| North Lake Mendota 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,641 | $1,055 | $2,200 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Lake Mendota Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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Cheapest Available North Lake Mendota Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Lake Mendota area of Madison, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Conway at Huxley Yards priced from $761. PMM + MS Communities in Brentwood Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable North Lake Mendota apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Conway at Huxley Yards | One Bedroom/One Bath "D" | 1BR,1BA | $761 |
| PMM + MS Communities in Brentwood Village | 10 Sherman Terr | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| 2502 Brentwood Pkwy | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| The Oscar Senior Apartments | Income Restricted One Bedroom 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Cambridge Place | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Northern Bluffs | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Lake Pointe | 1 Bedroom 1 bath Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,360 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Lake Mendota, WI
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Lake Mendota area is the $1.13 price per square foot 1301 Ruskin St Model at 1301 Ruskin St, Unit 1 in the in the Eastmorland neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value North Lake Mendota apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Northern Bluffs starting at $1,299 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Berkeley Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Lake Mendota apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1301 Ruskin St, Unit 1 | 1301 Ruskin St | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Northern Bluffs | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 2502 Brentwood Pkwy | 2 Beds 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 3737 E Karstens Dr, Unit #4 | 3737 E Karstens Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Woodland Commons Madison | Style I6 - Loft | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
| Cambridge Place | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Lake Pointe | 1 Bedroom 1 bath Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| 1505 Steensland Dr | 1505 Steensland Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| The Oscar Senior Apartments | Income Restricted One Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| The Conway at Huxley Yards | One Bedroom/One Bath "D" | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorth Lake Mendota, Madison, WI
Ranked #72
Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Lake Mendota Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Lake Mendota?
The cheapest apartment in North Lake Mendota is The Conway at Huxley Yards which is listed at $761, while the average apartment in North Lake Mendota costs $1,522.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Lake Mendota?
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 8 regular apartments in North Lake Mendota 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 North Lake Mendota?
Cheap apartments in North Lake Mendota have an average cost of $327 which is $1,195 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Lake Mendota.
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