Cheap Homes for Rent in South Madison Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $1,200 (5 Rentals)

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property at 1721 Baird St

$1,800

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$1,800

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Sep 4

1721 Baird St

MadisonWI53713

South Madison, Madison, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Madison Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Madison area of Madison, WI is a Studio unit found at Oakridge Apartments priced from $800. The Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,005. Here are the most affordable South Madison apartments for rent in Madison, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oakridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$800
The Ridge Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Interior1BR,1BA$1,005
Pirate Island ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,020

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Madison, WI

As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Madison area is the $1.63 price per square foot 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome with Garage Model at Catalpa Crossing Apartments in the in the Dudgeon-Monroe neighborhood starting from $1,830. The second greatest value South Madison apartment is the Two Bedroom, One Bath Model at Park Cedar Apartments starting at $1,595 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Downtown Madison neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Madison apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Catalpa Crossing Apartments3 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome with Garage3BR,1.5BA$1.63
Park Cedar ApartmentsTwo Bedroom, One Bath2BR,1BA$1.47
The RoyalA3 Floor Plan (80LMI Income Restricted)2BR,2BA$1.59
River Bend Apartments at the ArboretumWhite Pine2BR,1BA$1.45
Kensington Pointe2bdrr2BR,1BA$1.46
Riverwood Apartments2 bedroom 2 bath (960)2BR,2BA$1.56
Colonial Apartments1 Br1BR,1BA$1.15
Lake Point Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.44
930 S Brooks St, Unit 3930 S Brooks St2BR,1BA$0.91
Lake Point TerraceReef1BR,1BA$1.62

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Lakeshore to Lecture Hall: Finding Your Perfect Student Apartment in Madison, WI

Discover the best student housing neighborhoods for renting in Madison, Wisconsin! This guide covers apartments near the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Edgewood University, Herzing University, and Madison Area Technical College, detailing locations like Regent, Shorewood Hills, Dudgeon-Monroe, and more for your perfect college home.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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South Madison, Madison, WI

Ranked #41

Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Madison

What type of rentals are currently available in South Madison?

There are currently 151 Apartments for Rent in South Madison, WI with pricing that ranges from $775 to $3,200. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Madison ranging from $1,295 to $2,735.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Madison?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Madison ranges from $1,295 to $2,735 with an average monthly rent of $2,055.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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