
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Village Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $500 (118 Rentals)
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Randall Park Rentals

1106 Woodland Way, Unit 2

Liberty Valley Apartments

Spring Harbor Apartments

1301 Spring St

Allen House Apartments

University Bay

5021 Old Middleton Rd

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Vicino Apartments
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3315 Harvey St

Chapel Hill Apartments

University Park Commons

Casa Blanca

413 Paunack Pl

Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+)

PARK TOWER

Heritage Circle Apartments

Gardens on Hillcrest

The Monticello
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Lakepoint Commons

Lamplighter

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2143 University Ave, Unit #1

Tailor Place

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402 Paunack Pl, Unit 2

402 Paunack Pl

Old University Place

Arbor Crossing

Tyberius Terrace Apartments

The Tuxedo Apartments
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Stadium Lofts

418 S Orchard St

Preserve West

The Urbana

2632 Stevens St

University Heights

1937 University Ave

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1406 Drake St, Unit #3

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Whitney Point

Oak Tree Apartments
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Wingra West Apartments

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305 N Midvale Blvd

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401 Palomino Ln, Unit 1N

5337 Brody Dr

3722 Speedway Rd

The Normandy Apartments

601 @ University Park

West End @ University Park

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1533 Jefferson St, Unit #2

Royal Arms Apartments
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Sunset Village, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sunset Village?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Village Studio Apartments | $1,429 | $715 | $1,965 |
| Sunset Village 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,711 | $646 | $2,750 |
| Sunset Village 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,138 | $796 | $3,856 |
| Sunset Village 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,518 | $1,675 | $3,750 |
| Sunset Village 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,600 | $2,550 | $2,700 |
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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 Liberty Valley Apartments priced from $925. Vicino Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,061. Here are the most affordable Sunset Village apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Valley Apartments | 1009 - 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Vicino Apartments | Style F1 | Studio,1BA | $1,061 |
| Allen House Apartments | 1x1-327 | 1BR,1BA | $1,124 |
| University Park Commons | 1 Bed 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,200 |
| Heritage Circle Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Chapel Hill Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Gardens on Hillcrest | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 5022 Sheboygan Apartments | 5022 - 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| The Monticello | 1BD/1BA (Monticello) | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Village, WI
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunset Village area is the $1.44 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 The Spiraea Model at Preserve West starting at $1,735 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Far West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunset Village apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whispering Hills Townhouses | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Preserve West | The Spiraea | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Lexington Green | Three bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.70 |
| Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| 601 @ University Park | 2X2 (K-AC) | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| Royal Arms Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 5022 Sheboygan Apartments | 5022 - 2BD Remodeled | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Heritage Circle Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Gardens on Hillcrest | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| PARK TOWER | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
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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.
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 $1,295.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sunset Village?
The cheapest apartment in Sunset Village is Liberty Valley Apartments which is listed at $925, while the average apartment in Sunset Village costs $2,550.
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 52 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 $653 which is $1,897 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sunset Village.
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