
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South West Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI (28 Rentals)


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Prairie Park Senior Apartments

Wrenfield at Pleasant View

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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 | $1,377 | $1,030 | $1,540 |
South West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,614 | $1,100 | $2,335 |
| South West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,979 | $1,450 | $2,720 |
| South West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,030 | $1,350 | $2,990 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South West Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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Largest Available South West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the South West Side area of Madison, WI is found at Wrenfield at Pleasant View and is listed at 918 square feet priced from $1,668. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wrenfield at Pleasant View | A3 | 918 Sq Ft | $1,668 |
| Hawks Ridge | D | 820 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
| McKenna Woods | 1xw | 800 Sq Ft | $1,245 |
| Prairie Park Senior Apartments | 1 bed/1bath LMI | 798 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
| Midtown Terrace | 1BR/1.0BA | 730 Sq Ft | $1,455 |
| Country Meadows Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath F Renovated | 722 Sq Ft | $1,340 |
| Summit Hill | 1x1loft | 675 Sq Ft | $1,415 |
Cheapest Available South West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South West Side of Madison, WI is the 1 bed/1bath LMI Model starting from $1,100 at Prairie Park Senior Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South West Side is currently $1,614. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Prairie Park Senior Apartments | 1 bed/1bath LMI | $1,100 |
| McKenna Woods | 1xw | $1,245 |
| Country Meadows Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath C Renovated | $1,290 |
| Hawks Ridge | D | $1,395 |
| Summit Hill | 1x1loft | $1,415 |
| Midtown Terrace | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,455 |
| Wrenfield at Pleasant View | A1 | $1,549 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South West Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South West Side with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South West Side is at Prairie Park Senior Apartments listed at $1,100.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South West Side Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South West Side is $1,614.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South West Side Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South West Side is a 918 square feet unit starting from $1,668 at Wrenfield at Pleasant View.
What is the average size for South West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South West Side is currently 784 sq ft.
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