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Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments
667 S Whitney WayMadison, WI 53711
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Village Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $500 (41 Rentals)
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1302 Mound St
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$1,000 - $1,0501 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1, 2026
Spring Harbor Apartments
1706 Norman WayMadison, WI 53705
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$1,025 - $2,325Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 1, 2026
Vicino Madison
1233 Regent StMadison, WI 53715
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$1,079 - $2,959Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 15, 2026
University Bay
2124 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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The Heights
2206 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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$1,099 - $1,299Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 20, 2026
Allen House Apartments
2130 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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$1,100 - $1,560Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 2026
Chapel Hill Apartments
5002 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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Liberty Valley
1001-1009 Gilbert RdMadison, WI 53711
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University Park Commons
649 Sand Pearl LnMadison, WI 53711
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Orchard Court
10 N Orchard StMadison, WI 53715
413 Paunack Pl
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$1,219 - $2,169Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 15, 2026
Casa Blanca
2302 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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PARK TOWER
4801 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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925 S Whitney WayMadison, WI 53711
5317 Old Middleton Rd
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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 | $1,318 | $990 | $2,050 |
| Sunset Village 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,585 | $646 | $2,500 |
| Sunset Village 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,085 | $770 | $3,595 |
| Sunset Village 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,667 | $1,799 | $3,900 |
| Sunset Village 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,929 | $2,500 | $3,269 |
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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 $1,092. 501 N. Whitney Way Madison, WI has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. 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 – 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,092 |
| 501 N. Whitney Way Madison, WI | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Liberty Valley | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| University Park Commons | AFFORDABLE 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| PARK TOWER | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| Heritage Circle Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| The Summit Residences | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,330 |
| Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,350 |
| Preserve West | The Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1,380 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Village, WI
As of November 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sunset Village area is the $0.90 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+) in the in the Dudgeon-Monroe neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Sunset Village apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Whispering Hills Townhouses starting at $2,300 with a $1.64 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. |
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| Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| Whispering Hills Townhouses | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments | A | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Shorewood Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| 426 Rushmore Ln, Unit 2 | 426 Rushmore Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Arbor Crossing | H1 Floor Plan (60LMI Income Restricted) | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| 4909 Ascot Ln, Unit #R2 | 4909 Ascot Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Preserve West | The Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Heritage Circle Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 501 N. Whitney Way Madison, WI | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,380.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sunset Village?
The cheapest apartment in Sunset Village is The Heights which is listed at $1,092, while the average apartment in Sunset Village costs $3,014.
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 14 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 $402 which is $2,612 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sunset Village.
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