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Pheasant Ridge
2617 Pheasant Ridge TrlMadison, WI 53713
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Central Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $700 (27 Rentals)
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Oakridge Apartments
2317 Cypress WayMadison, WI 53713
517 Seven Nations Dr
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The Rockwell Apartments
700 W Badger RdMadison, WI 53713
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Coachlight Village
2609-2613 Pheasant Ridge TrlMadison, WI 53713
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Park House Apartments
1831 S Park StMadison, WI 53713
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Town's Edge Apartments
1019-2500 Fiedler LnMadison, WI 53713
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Capitol View Apartments
124 Capitol View TerMadison, WI 53713
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Southview Apartments
1114-1120 Ann StMadison, WI 53713
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Catalpa Crossing Apartments
2217 Fish Hatchery RdMadison, WI 53713
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Maple Glen Apartment Homes
212 Deer Valley RdMadison, WI 53713
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1153-1174 Petra PlMadison, WI 53713
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Sycamore Woods
2517 Pheasant Ridge TrlMadison, WI 53717
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THE HIGHLINE SENIOR APARTMENTS
2001 Traceway DrFitchburg, WI 53713
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ReNew at the Greens
2301 Traceway DrFitchburg, WI 53713
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2876 Index RdFitchburg, WI 53713
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2302 High Ridge TrlFitchburg, WI 53713
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South Central Side, Madison, WI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Central Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Side Studio Apartments | $1,477 | $900 | $1,935 |
| South Central Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,433 | $1,000 | $2,999 |
| South Central Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,701 | $782 | $3,200 |
| South Central Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,183 | $1,450 | $2,995 |
| South Central Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available South Central Side Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central Side area of Madison, WI is a 2 Beds unit found at THE HIGHLINE SENIOR APARTMENTS priced from $782. Pheasant Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $890. Here are the most affordable South Central Side apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE HIGHLINE SENIOR APARTMENTS | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $782 |
| Pheasant Ridge | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| Capitol View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,070 |
| Maple Glen Apartment Homes | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Sycamore Woods | The Fig | 1BR,1BA | $1,224 |
| Brighton Square | 1 Bedroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| ReNew High Ridge | Isthmus | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Hatchery Haven | 2 BD 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Bela Springs | B2.1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,385 |
| The Edge at Terravessa | 4888 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central Side, WI
As of June 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Central Side area is the $1.47 price per square foot Two Bedroom, One Bath Model at Park Cedar Apartments in the in the Downtown Madison neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value South Central Side apartment is the 2bdrr Model at Kensington Pointe Apartments starting at $1,450 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the South Central Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Cedar Apartments | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Kensington Pointe Apartments | 2bdrr | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| THE HIGHLINE SENIOR APARTMENTS | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Park Village | r-2b | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| The Edge at Terravessa | 4880 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Brighton Square | 1 Bedroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Novation Senior | 1x1P | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Maple Glen Apartment Homes | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Pheasant Ridge | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Capitol View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Central Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Central Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Central Side is under $1,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Central Side?
The cheapest apartment in South Central Side is Pheasant Ridge which is listed at $890, while the average apartment in South Central Side costs $2,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Central Side?
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 7 regular apartments in South Central Side 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 South Central Side?
Cheap apartments in South Central Side have an average cost of $192 which is $2,508 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Central Side.
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Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.