Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Village Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $500 (43 Rentals)

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45 N Orchard St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

45 N Orchard St

45 N Orchard StMadison, WI 53715
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Randall Park Rentals
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Randall Park Rentals

1308 Spring StMadison, WI 53715
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Otto's House
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Otto's House

2554 Kendall AveMadison, WI 53705
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The Monticello
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Monticello

5015 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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2102
1 Bedroom Apartments

2102

2102 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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Hilldale Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hilldale Towers

4817 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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Hedvin House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hedvin House

2217 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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Wingra Shores
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Wingra Shores

2628 Arbor DrMadison, WI 53711
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Highland Terrace
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Terrace

5329 Old Middleton RdMadison, WI 53705
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Franklin Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Franklin Terrace

521 N Franklin AveMadison, WI 53705

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Whitcomb Corner
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Whitcomb Corner

4930 Whitcomb DrMadison, WI 53711
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Vantage Point
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Vantage Point

1323 W Dayton StMadison, WI 53715
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Birge House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Birge House

1932 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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Kingston Place
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Kingston Place

2553-2581 University AveMadison, WI 53705
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The Monticello
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Monticello

5015 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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2737 Lynn Ter
2 Bedroom Apartments

2737 Lynn Ter

2737 Lynn TerMadison, WI 53705
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Russell Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Russell Terrace

2223 University AveMadison, WI 53726

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Hamelin House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hamelin House

302 Walnut StMadison, WI 53726
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700 UBD Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

700 UBD Apartments

700 University Bay DrMadison, WI 53705
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2605 University Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2605 University Ave

2605-2609 University AveMadison, WI 53705
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Sunset Village, Madison, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sunset Village Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunset Village area of Madison, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments priced from $646. Allen House Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Sunset Village apartments for rent in Madison, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oak Ridge at University Park Senior ApartmentsB1BR,1BA$646
Allen House Apartments0x1-361Studio,1BA$999
The Heights1 BED 1 BA – Income Restricted – 50%1BR,1BA$1,092
501 N. Whitney Way Madison, WI1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,200
PARK TOWERStudio 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,225
Heritage Circle Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,249
The Monticello1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$1,250
Lamplighter ApartmentsNewton1BR,1BA$1,330
601 @ University Park0X1 (G)Studio,1BA$1,375

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Village, WI

As of October 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sunset Village area is the $1.64 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Whispering Hills Townhouses in the in the Sunset Village neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Sunset Village apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Shorewood Apartments starting at $1,795 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Near West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunset Village apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Whispering Hills Townhouses3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.64
Shorewood Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.63
426 Rushmore Ln, Unit 2426 Rushmore Ln2BR,1BA$1.45
Midvale Heights Apartments3/b 1.5/b 2nd Floor - Courtyard View3BR,1.5BA$1.68
Oak Ridge at University Park Senior ApartmentsG2BR,2BA$1.51
Royal Arms Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.61
4926 Ascot Ln, Unit 1st floor Unit #24926 Ascot Ln2BR,1BA$1.38
Lamplighter ApartmentsNewton1BR,1BA$1.56
Heritage Circle Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.56
501 N. Whitney Way Madison, WI1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.68

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Sunset Village, Madison, WI

Ranked #59

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Sunset Village, 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 proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, apartment communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Sunset Village Neighborhood in Madison, WI

Walk Score®

81 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

91 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

28 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Village Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Sunset Village?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sunset Village is under $1,375.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sunset Village?

The cheapest apartment in Sunset Village is Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments which is listed at $646, while the average apartment in Sunset Village costs $3,400.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sunset Village?

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 33 regular apartments in Sunset Village 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 Sunset Village?

Cheap apartments in Sunset Village have an average cost of $583 which is $2,817 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sunset Village.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Experts Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Madison

Written by: Mike Heuer

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.