
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Madison Neighborhood of Madison, WI (76 Rentals)


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Coachlight Village

The Ideal

Bristol Arms

Brighton Square

Parkside

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The Emerson

Lake Point Terrace

Seven Oaks Apartments

Oakridge Apartments

833 Midland St

3722 Speedway Rd

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The Sofia

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Countryside Corporate Apartments

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Pheasant Ridge

The Rockwell Apartments

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615 Pine St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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1719 Carver St, Unit 3, Unit 3

1121 S Park St, Unit 206

1121 S Park St, Unit 109

722 W Olin Ave
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1610 Gilson St

930 Emerald St

1417 Beld St

2606-2608 Ardsley Cir

Badger Apartments

523 Wingra St

2607 McDivitt Rd

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925 Haywood Dr

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South Madison, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Madison?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Madison Studio Apartments | $1,398 | $800 | $1,799 |
South Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,422 | $940 | $2,999 |
| South Madison 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,713 | $775 | $3,200 |
| South Madison 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,808 | $1,226 | $3,095 |
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There are currently 76 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Madison Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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Largest Available South Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the South Madison area of Madison, WI is found at Bristol Arms and is listed at 942 square feet priced from $1,277. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol Arms | Derby | 942 Sq Ft | $1,277 |
| Watermark Lofts | WML M | 927 Sq Ft | $1,999 |
| Countryside Corporate Apartments | 1BR | 900 Sq Ft | $2,295 |
| The Ideal | Unit D | 852 Sq Ft | $1,820 |
| Colonial Apartments | 1 Br | 825 Sq Ft | $1,090 |
| Pirate Island Apartments | 600- 1br | 825 Sq Ft | $1,120 |
| The Emerson | 1BR/1.0BA | 808 Sq Ft | $1,825 |
| Novation Senior | 1x1 | 765 Sq Ft | $1,164 |
| Brighton Square | 1 Bedroom with Den | 740 Sq Ft | $1,248 |
| 3722 Speedway Rd | 1 Bed | 708 Sq Ft | $1,600 |
Cheapest Available South Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Madison of Madison, WI is the 1BR/1BA Model starting from $995 at Oakridge Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Madison is currently $1,422. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Oakridge Apartments | 1BR/1BA | $995 |
| The Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Interior | $1,005 |
| The Rockwell Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,035 |
| Town's Edge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath 1019 | $1,050 |
| Capitol View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,090 |
| Colonial Apartments | 1 Br | $1,090 |
| Pirate Island Apartments | 600- 1br | $1,120 |
| Lake Point Terrace | Reef | $1,124 |
| Executive East Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | $1,145 |
| Luna Residences | The Fig - 1 Bedroom | $1,150 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Madison Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Madison with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South Madison is at Oakridge Apartments listed at $995.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Madison Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Madison is $1,422.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Madison Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Madison is a 942 square feet unit starting from $1,277 at Bristol Arms.
What is the average size for South Madison 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Madison is currently 677 sq ft.
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