
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Radio Park Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $500 (72 Rentals)
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45 N Orchard St

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Liberty Valley Apartments

University Bay

Park Terrace West

1301 Spring St

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Nakoma Commons

Old University Place

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Shorewood Apartments

University Park Commons

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Heritage Circle Apartments

Gardens on Hillcrest

University Heights

The Monticello

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Lamplighter

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Arbor Crossing

Preserve West

3315 Harvey St, Unit 3315-4

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1315 Spring St

1019 Milton St

2009-2011 University Ave

Schroeder Square Apartments

1314 Spring St

Hedvin House

2102 University Ave

Wingra Shores

Highland Terrace
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Radio Park, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Radio Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Park Studio Apartments | $1,291 | $750 | $1,860 |
| Radio Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,598 | $590 | $2,495 |
| Radio Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,006 | $825 | $3,450 |
| Radio Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,337 | $965 | $3,395 |
| Radio Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,788 | $1,950 | $3,999 |
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There are currently 72 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Radio Park Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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Cheapest Available Radio Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Radio Park area of Madison, WI is a Studio unit found at 45 N Orchard St priced from $750. 1315 Spring St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Radio Park apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 N Orchard St | 0x1-200 | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| 1315 Spring St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Liberty Valley Apartments | 1001 - 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Allen House Apartments | 0x1-361 | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| 5021 Old Middleton Rd | Two Bedroom unit | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Humbucker Apartments | 2x1-790 | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Chapel Hill Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Nakoma Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| University Park Commons | 1 Bed 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Radio Park, WI
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Radio Park area is the $1.18 price per square foot The Elm Model at Preserve West in the in the Far West Side neighborhood starting from $2,025. The second greatest value Radio Park apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Whispering Hills Townhouses starting at $2,300 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Sunset Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Radio Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preserve West | The Elm | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Whispering Hills Townhouses | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| 530 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 1027 Drake St, Unit #2 | 1027 Drake St | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Whitcomb Square | Spacious 2-Bedroom Apartments in Quiet Orchar | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Lamplighter | Newton | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 5021 Old Middleton Rd | Two Bedroom unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Heritage Circle Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Humbucker Apartments | 2x1-790 | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Liberty Valley Apartments | 1005 - 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Radio Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Radio Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Radio Park is under $1,155.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Radio Park?
The cheapest apartment in Radio Park is 1315 Spring St which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Radio Park costs $2,550.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Radio Park?
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 49 regular apartments in Radio Park 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 Radio Park?
Cheap apartments in Radio Park have an average cost of $603 which is $1,947 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Radio Park.
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