Apartments for Rent in the The Isthmus Neighborhood of Madison, WI (497 Rentals)

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The Penny
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$1,585 - $3,500
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$1,585 - $3,500

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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 1, 2027

The Penny

320 S Brearly StMadison, WI 53703
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Virtue
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$1,695 - $3,095
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$1,695 - $3,095

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$1,695 - $3,095
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 1

Virtue

531 West Washington AvenueMadison, WI 53703
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Irwin
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$1,420 - $3,380
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$1,420 - $3,380

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$1,420 - $3,380
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Irwin

838 Williamson StMadison, WI 53703
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ONE 09
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$1,725 - $14,130
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$1,725 - $14,130

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ONE 09

109 E Wilson StMadison, WI 53703
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Avenir Apartments
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$1,730 - $3,590
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$1,730 - $3,590

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$1,730 - $3,590
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Avenir Apartments

510 W Washington AveMadison, WI 53703
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The Edge
$1,575 - $3,720
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$1,575 - $3,720

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$1,575 - $3,720
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The Edge

309 S Blount StMadison, WI 53703
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The Pressman
$1,810 - $4,075
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$1,810 - $4,075

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The Pressman

117 South Hamilton StMadison, WI 53703
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Constellation
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$1,119 - $3,199
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$1,119 - $3,199

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Constellation

10 N Livingston StMadison, WI 53703
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Factory District
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$1,580 - $3,450
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$1,580 - $3,450

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$1,580 - $3,450
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1

Factory District

1222 E Washington AveMadison, WI 53703
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640 West
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$1,810 - $2,895
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$1,810 - $2,895

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640 West

640 W Wilson StMadison, WI 53703
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Wisconsin, including Madison. 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 outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

When renting for a family with younger kids, location matters. This neighborhood is a leading neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, and having the best-rated learning and education resources available.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to parks and green spaces is something that is important for them. This section of town is a highly-rated submarket for having the great outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This residential area has emerged as one of the best-regarded upscale neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, on-site concierge services, gardens, nearby parks, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, sports like tennis and raquetball, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise dogs and cats? this area is amongst the finest submarkets for renters with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about The Isthmus

How much are Studio apartments in The Isthmus?

There are currently 191 Studio Apartments in The Isthmus with rent ranges from $860 to $2,731 with an average price of $1,668.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom The Isthmus Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in The Isthmus ranges from $803 to $5,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,147.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in The Isthmus cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in The Isthmus range from $895 to $6,450. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,900.

How expensive are The Isthmus Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 112 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in The Isthmus on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,087 to $14,130 - averaging $3,233 for the location.

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