
Apartments for Rent in the South West Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI (70 Rentals)


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Esker

Province Hill

Madison Estates

Waldorf Midtown

Madison Townhomes – Singleton

Summit Hill

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Prairie Park Senior Apartments

Midpoint Meadows

Heather Downs Apartments
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Mirabel Apartments

Overlook at Midtown

Rock Apartments

Prairie Ridge

Hawks Ridge
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Woodland Fields

42 Park Heights Court, Unit #3

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2934 Cimarron Trl, Unit 2934-3

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2881 Cimarron Trl, Unit F

1132 Morraine View Dr, Unit 1132 Morraine View #104

8253 Mayo Dr, Unit 306

925 Sky Ridge Dr, Unit 925 Sky Ridge Drive

5 Fleischman Cir

1132 Morraine View Dr, Unit 202

10 Mesa Ct
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1 Mesa Ct

6517-6519 Tottenham Rd

8206 Starr Grass Dr

13 Westover Ct

7305 W Valley Ridge Dr

2013 Adderbury Ln

Rockville Homes

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2114 Muir Field Rd

2122 Muir Field Rd

1715 Carns Dr

1801 Carns Dr

Midtown Commons Duplexes

The Crossings at Elver Park

1144 Morraine View Dr

Promontory Building

Gammon Lane Fourplex

Tiburon Condos
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South West Side, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South West Side Studio Apartments | $1,285 | $1,035 | $1,720 |
| South West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,540 | $1,100 | $2,110 |
| South West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,870 | $1,299 | $2,750 |
| South West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,103 | $1,635 | $3,233 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in South West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,050 | $1,950 | $2,150 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,397 | $1,600 | $2,795 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth West Side, Madison, WI
Ranked #63
Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about South West Side
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the South West Side area of Madison, WI?
As of today, September 10, 2026, there are currently 70 available South West Side apartments priced from $1,035 to $3,233, with an average monthly rent of $1,689.
How much are Studio apartments in South West Side?
There are currently 15 Studio Apartments in South West Side with rent ranges from $1,035 to $1,720 with an average price of $1,285.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom South West Side Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South West Side ranges from $1,100 to $2,110 with an average monthly rent of $1,540.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South West Side cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South West Side range from $1,299 to $2,750. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,870.
How expensive are South West Side Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 14 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South West Side on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,635 to $3,233 - averaging $2,103 for the location.
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