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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Orchard Ridge Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $600 (39 Rentals)
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Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments
667 S Whitney WayMadison, WI 53711
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from $990Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 5
New Fountains
5401 Willamsburg WayMadison, WI 53719
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Liberty Valley
1001-1009 Gilbert RdMadison, WI 53711
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Avalon Madison Village
4647 Atticus WayMadison, WI 53711
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Country Meadows Apartments
6840 Schroeder RdMadison, WI 53711
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Heather Downs Apartments
1815 Brittany PlMadison, WI 53711
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Vivo Living Madison
517 Grand Canyon DrMadison, WI 53719
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from $1,0951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Faircrest Apartments
330-348 Island DrMadison, WI 53705
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River Bend Apartments at the Arboretum
101 River Bend RdMadison, WI 53713
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Nakoma Commons
4501-4517 Hammersley RdMadison, WI 53711
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from $1,1281 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 1
Yellowstone Apartments
430 S Yellowstone DrMadison, WI 53719
1009 Gilbert Rd
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Normandy Square 55+
6509 Normandy LnMadison, WI 53719
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1301 Jewel Ct, Unit 1301 Jewel Ct #3
1301 Jewel CtMadison, WI 53711
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Shadow Creek & Stone Creek
6902 East PassMadison, WI 53719
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Madison's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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STONE CREST APARTMENTS
5663 King James CtFitchburg, WI 53719
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Chalet Gardens Apartments.
2302-2350 Chalet Gardens RdFitchburg, WI 53711
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Limestone Ridge Apartments
6270 Limestone LnFitchburg, WI 53719
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Orchard Ridge, Madison, WI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Orchard Ridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Ridge Studio Apartments | $1,292 | $990 | $1,610 |
| Orchard Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,511 | $625 | $3,035 |
| Orchard Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,867 | $747 | $4,015 |
| Orchard Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,091 | $847 | $5,720 |
| Orchard Ridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,297 | $2,295 | $2,300 |
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Cheapest Available Orchard Ridge Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Orchard Ridge area of Madison, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Canyons priced from $625. Vivo Living Madison has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $915. Here are the most affordable Orchard Ridge apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Canyons | One Bedroom Income Restricted-StyleB | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| Vivo Living Madison | The Frank | Studio,1BA | $915 |
| Liberty Valley | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Avalon Madison Village | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Chalet Gardens Apartments. | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $1,059 |
| Faircrest Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Limestone Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,109 |
| Normandy Square 55+ | One Bedroom (Income Restricted - 50%) | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
| Heritage Circle Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Maple Grove Apartments | Standard Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Orchard Ridge, WI
As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Orchard Ridge area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+) in the in the Dudgeon-Monroe neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Orchard Ridge apartment is the Two Bedroom Income Restricted Model at The Derby starting at $1,329 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Dudgeon-Monroe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Orchard Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| The Derby | Two Bedroom Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Prairie Park Senior Apartments | 2 bed/2bath MKT | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Highland Ridge | C | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Yorktown Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - Contemporary | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Thurston Apartments | 2x1 W/D | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Lamplighter Apartments | Newton | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Limestone Ridge Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Heritage Circle Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Avalon Madison Village | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOrchard Ridge, Madison, WI
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Among neighborhoods in Madison, WI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Orchard Ridge, Madison, WI
Orchard Ridge Elementary
Madison Metropolitan School District
Public School - Grades PK-5 (255)
4 out of 10
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Getting Around the Orchard Ridge Neighborhood in Madison, WI
Walk Score®
58 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
82 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
32 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Orchard Ridge Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Orchard Ridge?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Orchard Ridge is under $1,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Orchard Ridge?
The cheapest apartment in Orchard Ridge is The Canyons which is listed at $625, while the average apartment in Orchard Ridge costs $2,297.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Orchard Ridge?
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 19 regular apartments in Orchard Ridge 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 Orchard Ridge?
Cheap apartments in Orchard Ridge have an average cost of $495 which is $1,802 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Orchard Ridge.
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