Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $900 (25 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 $975. Hunter's Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,109. Here are the most affordable North Side apartments for rent in Madison, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sandburg StudiosComfort StudioStudio,1BA$975
Hunter's CreekGStudio,1BA$1,109
The Wildwood at MainTurtle 50%1BR,1BA$1,123
Canopy Collection - Canopy Trails1 bed1BR,1BA$1,149
Canopy Collection - Canopy Ridge1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Side, WI

As of December 08, 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 3BR/2.0BA Model at Canopy Collection - Canopy Pines starting at $1,999 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Carpenter-Ridgeway 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
Canopy Collection - Canopy Pines3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.60
The Revere at Smith's CrossingA2BR,2BA$1.60
WeybridgeVerbena2BR,2BA$1.48
Hickory PointeBirch2BR,2BA$1.55
The Wildwood at MainWoodpecker 70%2BR,1BA$1.58
Barrington PlaceThe Randall1BR,1BA$1.54
Colorado Commons - 143 N Wildwood St1x1-B31BR,1BA$1.64
Canopy Collection - Canopy Trails1 bed1BR,1BA$1.35
Gateway Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom 1 bathroom ranch1BR,1BA$1.75

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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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Side?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Side is at Sandburg Studios listed at $975.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Side Apartment is $1,123 at The Wildwood at Main.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Side is starting from $1,249 at Canopy Collection - Canopy Trails.

What is the most affordable North Side Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap North Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Canopy Collection - Canopy Trails and starts from $1,699.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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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!