Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $900 (24 Rentals)

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Cherry Tree Crossing
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cherry Tree Crossing

4725-4733 Hayes RdMadison, WI 53704
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Canopy Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Canopy Ridge

4605 Hayes RdMadison, WI 53704
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Prairie Trail Residences
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Prairie Trail Residences

3061 Pleasant StSun Prairie, WI 53590
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North Side, Madison, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Side area of Madison, WI is a Studio unit found at Sandburg Studios priced from $1,019. The Wildwood at Main has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,123. Here are the most affordable North Side apartments for rent in Madison, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sandburg StudiosComfort+ StudioStudio,1BA$1,019
The Wildwood at MainBear 50%1BR,1BA$1,123
WeybridgeAsterStudio,1BA$1,146
Canopy Collection - Canopy Trails1 bed1BR,1BA$1,149
Hunter's CreekGStudio,1BA$1,159

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Side, WI

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Side area is the $1.53 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Hunter's Trail in the in the North Side neighborhood starting from $2,299. The second greatest value North Side apartment is the C3 Model at Cross Hill Heights starting at $2,220 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the North Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hunter's Trail3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.53
Cross Hill HeightsC33BR,2BA$1.64
Prairie Towne SquareA2BR,2BA$1.37
Hickory PointeCherry2BR,2BA$1.52
Canopy Collection - Canopy Trails2 bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.36
Canopy Collection - Canopy Ridge2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.48
Canopy Ridge2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.48
The Revere at Smith's CrossingB1BR,1BA$1.64
Gateway CommonsL1BR,1BA$1.74
WeybridgeAsterStudio ,1BA$1.67

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
North Side, Madison, WI

Ranked #50

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

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Side Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in North Side?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Side is under $1,255.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Side?

The cheapest apartment in North Side is The Wildwood at Main which is listed at $1,123, while the average apartment in North Side costs $2,199.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in North 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 15 regular apartments in North 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 North Side?

Cheap apartments in North Side have an average cost of $258 which is $1,941 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Side.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Experts Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Madison

Written by: Mike Heuer

I’m Mike, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Madison, Wisconsin. I lived and worked in Madison for several years before career opportunities took me elsewhere.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.