
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Regent Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $800 (20 Rentals)
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Allen House Apartments

Casa Blanca

413 Paunack Pl

Old University Place

University Heights
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1939 University Ave, Unit #1

Otto's House

Hedvin House

2102

Franklin Terrace

Birge House
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2737 Lynn Ter

Russell Terrace

Hamelin House

700 UBD Apartments

2605 University Ave
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Regent, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Regent?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regent Studio Apartments | $1,284 | $1,079 | $1,549 |
| Regent 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,676 | $1,175 | $3,001 |
| Regent 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,116 | $1,500 | $3,450 |
| Regent 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,496 | $1,775 | $2,939 |
| Regent 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,550 | $2,550 | $2,550 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Regent Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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Cheapest Available Regent Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Regent area of Madison, WI is a Studio unit found at University Bay priced from $1,079. Allen House Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,149. Here are the most affordable Regent apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Bay | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,079 |
| Allen House Apartments | 0x1-390 | Studio,1BA | $1,149 |
| Casa Blanca | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,159 |
| Old University Place | A | Studio,1BA | $1,479 |
| University Heights | A | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Regent, WI
As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Regent area is the $1.48 price per square foot 2BED 2BA (60%) Model at The Heights in the in the Downtown Madison neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Regent apartment is the B Floor Plan (Fully Furnished) Model at Arbor Crossing starting at $3,450 with a $3.35 price per square foot in the Downtown Madison neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Regent apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Heights | 2BED 2BA (60%) | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Arbor Crossing | B Floor Plan (Fully Furnished) | 2BR,2BA | $3.35 |
| 2104 University Ave | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Oak Tree Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath - 2nd Semester Lease | 2BR,2BA | $2.07 |
| The Urbane | B-Style | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Old University Place | B | Studio ,1BA | $3.62 |
| University Heights | A | Studio ,1BA | $3.60 |
| Allen House Apartments | 0x1-361 | Studio ,1BA | $3.18 |
| Casa Blanca | Studio B+ | Studio ,1BA | $3.87 |
| University Bay | Updated Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.90 |
Lakeshore to Lecture Hall: Finding Your Perfect Student Apartment in Madison, WI
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Regent Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Regent?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Regent is under $1,900.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Regent?
The cheapest apartment in Regent is Allen House Apartments which is listed at $1,279, while the average apartment in Regent costs $4,465.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Regent?
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 2 regular apartments in Regent 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 Regent?
Cheap apartments in Regent have an average cost of $1,436 which is $3,029 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Regent.
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