
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Village Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $500 (45 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Sunset Village area of Madison.


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Humbucker Apartments

1301 Spring St

Spring Harbor Apartments

LIBERTY VALLEY APARTMENTS

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Vicino Madison

Allen House Apartments

University Bay

Tailor Place
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Chapel Hill Apartments

3010 Harvey St

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Shorewood Apartments

University Park Commons

Casa Blanca

Orchard Court

413 Paunack Pl

Heritage Circle Apartments

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2135 University Ave, Unit #1
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Gardens on Hillcrest

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714 Hill St, Unit 1

PARK TOWER

The Monticello

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1309 Spring St

45 N Orchard St

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Otto's House

Randall Station
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Hedvin House

Wingra Shores

Highland Terrace

2102

501 N. Whitney Way Madison, WI

Franklin Terrace

Hilldale Towers

Whitcomb Corner
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2737 Lynn Ter

Russell Terrace

5022 Sheboygan - Postweiler

Hamelin House

The Monticello

2605 University Ave
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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 | $1,438 | $845 | $2,050 |
| Sunset Village 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,704 | $646 | $2,495 |
| Sunset Village 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,085 | $770 | $3,990 |
| Sunset Village 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,572 | $1,750 | $3,750 |
| Sunset Village 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,324 | $2,550 | $3,799 |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sunset Village Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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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 Studio unit found at 1301 Spring St priced from $845. LIBERTY VALLEY APARTMENTS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Sunset Village apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1301 Spring St | Studio Sublet 5/1-8/13 | Studio,1BA | $845 |
| LIBERTY VALLEY APARTMENTS | 1009 - 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Allen House Apartments | 0x1-390 | Studio,1BA | $1,071 |
| University Bay | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,079 |
| Tailor Place | F WHEDA (Corner) (50LMI Income Restricted) | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Chapel Hill Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Casa Blanca | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,159 |
| Heritage Circle Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Village, WI
As of February 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunset Village area is the $1.20 price per square foot The Ironwood Model at Preserve West in the in the Far West Side neighborhood starting from $2,135. The second greatest value Sunset Village apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Wingra West starting at $2,500 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Downtown Madison 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preserve West | The Ironwood | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Wingra West | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Whispering Hills Townhouses | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| University Park Commons | J1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| The Heights | 2BED 2BA (60%) | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| 530 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 2135 University Ave, Unit #1 | 2135 University Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Heritage Circle Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 714 Hill St, Unit 1 | 714 Hill St | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSunset Village, Madison, WI
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
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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 $1,249.
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 $1,050, while the average apartment in Sunset Village costs $4,930.
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 25 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 $287 which is $4,643 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sunset Village.
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