Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South West Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $800 (39 Rentals)

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Mirabel Apartments
$1,430 - $1,750
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Mirabel Apartments

8001 Ritz DrMadison, WI 53719
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Esker
$1,480 - $2,990
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$1,480 - $2,990
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Esker

2850 Bedrock LnMadison, WI 53719
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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The Waterfall
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$1,510 - $2,390
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$1,510 - $2,390
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The Waterfall

8421 Mansion Hill AveMadison, WI 53719
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8206 Starr Grass Dr, Unit 206

8206 Starr Grass Dr
MadisonWI53719
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2881 Cimarron Trl, Unit F
$1,800
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2881 Cimarron Trl, Unit F

2881 Cimarron TrlMadison, WI 53719
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Canes Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Canes Manor

6949 Schroeder RdMadison, WI 53711
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6741 Hammersley Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

6741 Hammersley Rd

6741 Hammersley RdMadison, WI 53711
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Tiburon Condos
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tiburon Condos

8253 Mayo DrMadison, WI 53719
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VS Properties
1 Bedroom Apartments

VS Properties

1057 McKenna BlvdMadison, WI 53719
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Rock Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Rock Apartments

2945-2946 Cimarron TrlMadison, WI 53719

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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7118 Raymond Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

7118 Raymond Rd

7118 Raymond RdMadison, WI 53719
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South West Side, Madison, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available South West Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South West Side area of Madison, WI is a Studio unit found at Country Meadows Apartments priced from $1,050. Prairie Park Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable South West Side apartments for rent in Madison, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Country Meadows ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Prairie Park Senior Apartments1 bed/1bath LMI1BR,1BA$1,100
Heather Downs ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,135
McKenna Woods11BR,1BA$1,150
Rock Apartments1x1 - 1st Floor1BR,1BA$1,164
Summit Hill1x1loft1BR,1BA$1,344
Renew MadisonThe Azalea1BR,1BA$1,350
Wrenfield at Pleasant ViewS1Studio,1BA$1,363
Midtown Terrace1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,415
Woodland FieldsD11BR,1BA$1,415

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South West Side, WI

As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the South West Side area is the $1.40 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at Waldorf on the Park in the in the South West Side neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value South West Side apartment is the Penobscott I Model at Province Hill starting at $2,080 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the South West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South West Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Waldorf on the Park2BR/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$1.40
Province HillPenobscott I2BR,2BA$1.42
Madison Townhomes – SingletonC6-SING2BR,2.5BA$1.66
Prairie RidgeB2BR,2BA$1.64
Overlook at MidtownA (60LMI Income Restricted)2BR,2BA$1.60
Muirfield ApartmentsRemodeled 2 Bed, 1 Bath Flat2BR,1BA$1.62
Midtown Terrace1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.51
McKenna Woods1xw1BR,1BA$1.46
Prairie Park Senior Apartments1 bed/1bath LMI1BR,1BA$1.38
Rock Apartments1x1 - 1st Floor1BR,1BA$1.66

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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South West Side, Madison, WI

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

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South West Side Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South West Side?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South West Side is at Country Meadows Apartments listed at $1,050.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South West Side Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South West Side Apartment is $1,100 at Prairie Park Senior Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South West Side Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South West Side is starting from $1,299 at Rock Apartments.

What is the most affordable South West Side Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South West Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Renew Madison and starts from $1,895.

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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The Expert's Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Madison

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I’m Mike, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Madison, Wisconsin. I lived and worked in Madison for several years before career opportunities took me elsewhere.

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

Written by: Mike Heuer

I am Mike, your guide to student housing in the Greater Madison, Wisconsin, area. Madison is a terrific city that also is the Capital of Wisconsin.

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An Insider's Guide to 6 Reasons Why Locals Love Renting in Madison, Wisconsin

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Madison is Wisconsin’s capital city and its second-largest city, with a population of more than 260,000.

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Finding Your Place in Madison: Neighborhoods Close to the Citys Biggest Jobs

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.