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

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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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552 Kelvington Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

552 Kelvington Dr

552 Kelvington DrSun Prairie, WI 53590

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. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sandburg StudiosComfort+ StudioStudio,1BA$975
Cherry Tree CrossingStudioStudio,1BA$1,000
The Wildwood at MainTurtle 50%1BR,1BA$1,087
Canopy Collection - Canopy Trails1 bed1BR,1BA$1,149
Hunter's CreekGStudio,1BA$1,159
Leopold PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
Iron Gate ApartmentsDodgeStudio,1BA$1,239
Gateway CommonsL1BR,1BA$1,275
Hidden Creek Residences4702 Creekwood Lane (Style A1.M1)Studio,1BA$1,279
Cross Hill HeightsA2Studio,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Prairie Towne SquareA2BR,2BA$1.47
Madison ApartmentsEdgewood1BR,1BA$1.44
Canopy Collection - Canopy Pines2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.52
WeybridgeBaneberry2BR,2BA$1.60
Hickory PointeBirch2BR,2BA$1.61
4670 Hayes Rd, Unit 34670 Hayes Rd2BR,1BA$1.40
Canopy Collection - Canopy Trails2 bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.36
Conservancy PointeA51BR,1BA$1.59
Barrington PlaceThe Randall1BR,1BA$1.55
The Wildwood at MainTurtle 50%1BR,1BA$1.46

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
North Side, Madison, WI

Ranked #52

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 $1,087 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.

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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