
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Village Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $500 (143 Rentals)
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Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments

Humbucker Apartments

1301 Spring St

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1219 Regent St

Liberty Valley Apartments

1106 Woodland Way, Unit 2, Unit 2

Spring Harbor Apartments

3311 Harvey St, Unit 3311 B

University Bay
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Vicino Madison

3315 Harvey St, Unit 3317-7

Allen House Apartments

Chapel Hill Apartments

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Shorewood Apartments

Casa Blanca

413 Paunack Pl

Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+)

PARK TOWER

Heritage Circle Apartments
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Gardens on Hillcrest

The Monticello

2605 University Ave

Tailor Place

The Summit Residences

Lamplighter

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2135 University Ave, Unit #1, Unit #1

Tyberius Terrace

Stadium Lofts

Preserve West
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University Heights

West End @ University Park

Old University Place

The Urbana

The Tuxedo Apartments

Oak Tree Apartments

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1939 University Ave, Unit #1, Unit #1

2632 Stevens St

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513 N Midvale Blvd, Unit #2, Unit #2

411 Paunack Pl
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The Normandy Apartments

601 @ University Park

2001-2003 University Ave

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613 N Midvale Blvd, Unit 613 #1, Unit 613 #1

501 N Midvale Blvd, Unit C, Unit C

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605 N Midvale Blvd

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409 Palomino Ln, Unit 1N, Unit 1N

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1406 Drake St, Unit #3, Unit #3

University Park Commons

1309 Spring St
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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 | $1,480 | $845 | $2,021 |
| Sunset Village 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,733 | $641 | $2,495 |
| Sunset Village 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,120 | $796 | $4,038 |
| Sunset Village 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,367 | $799 | $3,750 |
| Sunset Village 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,829 | $799 | $3,600 |
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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 The Heights priced from $641. Humbucker Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Sunset Village apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Heights | 1 BED 1 BA - Income Restricted 30% | 1BR,1BA | $641 |
| Humbucker Apartments | 4x2-1225 | 4BR,2BA | $799 |
| 1301 Spring St | Studio Sublet 5/1-8/13 | Studio,1BA | $845 |
| Allen House Apartments | 0x1-390 | Studio,1BA | $1,071 |
| Chapel Hill Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,119 |
| Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,200 |
| PARK TOWER | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| Heritage Circle Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Gardens on Hillcrest | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Village, WI
As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunset Village area is the $1.34 price per square foot The Elm Model at Preserve West in the in the Far West Side neighborhood starting from $2,305. The second greatest value Sunset Village apartment is the 5314 #310 - Federation Model at Tyberius Terrace starting at $2,765 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Sunset Village 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 Elm | 3BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Tyberius Terrace | 5314 #310 - Federation | 3BR,2BA | $1.79 |
| Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| Lexington Green | Three bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.70 |
| Royal Arms Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 2135 University Ave, Unit #1 | 2135 University Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 5022 Sheboygan Ave | 5022 - 2BD Remodeled | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Heritage Circle Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Gardens on Hillcrest | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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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 $1,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sunset Village?
The cheapest apartment in Sunset Village is The Heights which is listed at $641, while the average apartment in Sunset Village costs $5,195.
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 $435 which is $4,760 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sunset Village.
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