
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Starkweather Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $600 (107 Rentals)
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Nature Valley Apartments

PMM + MS

The Point on Washington

Freedom Park Apartments

2078 Atwood Ave, Unit C

Hooker Avenue Apartments

Madison Mayfair Apartments

Jenifer Place

Williamson Place
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2408 Calypso Rd

Ridgewood Trails

The Ace Apartments

2018 N Sherman Ave

Rise-Madison

Baldwin Corners Apartments

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The Oscar Family Apartments

The View at Huxley Yards

The Victoria at Huxley Yards
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The Oscar Senior Apartments

2709 E Johnson St

2214 Winnebago St, Unit #1

914-16 N Oak St

The Meadows Apartments

McCormick Commons

Pinney Lane

Rivers Edge Apartments

3009 Hermina St
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Carbon at Union Corners

2446 E Johnson St

Nexus at Union Corners

Briarwood Apartments

2411 Brentwood Pkwy

Park Central

Ella

Prentice Park

Starkweather Place

Fair Oaks
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410 Pawling St, Unit 3

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4005-4007 Claire St

1838 Spohn Ave

The Hudson

732 Mayfair Ave

2718 Commercial Ave

1107 E Gorham St, Unit #2

947 Williamson St
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Starkweather, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Starkweather?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starkweather Studio Apartments | $1,581 | $895 | $2,550 |
| Starkweather 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,927 | $950 | $3,591 |
| Starkweather 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,322 | $900 | $4,276 |
| Starkweather 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,888 | $1,300 | $4,884 |
| Starkweather 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,224 | $1,722 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Available Starkweather Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Starkweather area of Madison, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Eagle Harbor priced from $613. Nature Valley Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Starkweather apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle Harbor | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $613 |
| Nature Valley Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| PMM + MS | 2406 Brentwood Pkwy | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Life at Madison Grove | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| The Point on Washington | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $949 |
| Madison Mayfair Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Freedom Park Apartments | 1721 - 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Rise-Madison | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,112 |
| The Grove Apartments | Income Restricted - One-Bed - 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,131 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Starkweather, WI
As of January 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Starkweather area is the $1.20 price per square foot Income Restricted - Three Bed Townhome 50% Model at The Oscar Family Apartments in the in the Eastmorland neighborhood starting from $1,562. The second greatest value Starkweather apartment is the 3x2 Income restricted Model at Carbon at Union Corners starting at $1,811 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Near East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Starkweather apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oscar Family Apartments | Income Restricted - Three Bed Townhome 50% | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Carbon at Union Corners | 3x2 Income restricted | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Eagle Harbor | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| The Andre Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Stonewood Village | sv2brlow | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 914-16 N Oak St | 2Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Meadows Apartments | 2b/1b-r | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| PMM + MS | 10 Sherman Terr | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Rise-Madison | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| The Life at Madison Grove | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Wisconsin including Starkweather, Madison, and the greater Madison area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Starkweather Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Starkweather?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Starkweather is under $1,131.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Starkweather?
The cheapest apartment in Starkweather is Eagle Harbor which is listed at $613, while the average apartment in Starkweather costs $2,987.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Starkweather?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 61 regular apartments in Starkweather that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Starkweather?
Cheap apartments in Starkweather have an average cost of $556 which is $2,431 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Starkweather.
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