Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $900 (29 Rentals)
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Cherry Tree Crossing

Canopy Collection - Canopy Trails

Canopy Collection - Canopy Ridge

Hidden Creek Residences
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The Abbey

The Preserve at Prairie Lakes

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Gateway Commons

Colorado Commons - 143 N Wildwood St

The Park
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North Side, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Side?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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North Side Studio Apartments | $1,203 | $975 | $2,545 |
North Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,631 | $1,123 | $4,260 |
North Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,022 | $1,299 | $5,000 |
North Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,588 | $1,750 | $4,975 |
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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. Cherry Tree Crossing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable North Side apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sandburg Studios | Comfort+ Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
Cherry Tree Crossing | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
The Wildwood at Main | Turtle 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,087 |
Canopy Collection - Canopy Trails | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
Hunter's Creek | G | Studio,1BA | $1,159 |
Leopold Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
Iron Gate Apartments | Dodge | Studio,1BA | $1,239 |
Gateway Commons | L | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
Hidden Creek Residences | 4702 Creekwood Lane (Style A1.M1) | Studio,1BA | $1,279 |
Cross Hill Heights | A2 | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Side, WI
As of September 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Side area is the $1.47 price per square foot A Model at Prairie Towne Square in the in the North Side neighborhood starting from $1,760. The second greatest value North Side apartment is the Edgewood Model at Madison Apartments starting at $1,520 with a $1.44 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Prairie Towne Square | A | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
Madison Apartments | Edgewood | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Canopy Collection - Canopy Pines | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
Weybridge | Baneberry | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
Hickory Pointe | Birch | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
4670 Hayes Rd, Unit 3 | 4670 Hayes Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Canopy Collection - Canopy Trails | 2 bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Conservancy Pointe | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Barrington Place | The Randall | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
The Wildwood at Main | Turtle 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorth Side, Madison, WI
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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 $1,087 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 $1,299 at Canopy Collection - Canopy Trails.
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