
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Vilas Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $500 (13 Rentals)
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Orchard Court

619 S Orchard St, Unit #2

520 S Mills St, Unit 2.5

1309 Spring St
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Vicinato

45 N Orchard St

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1019 Milton St

302 S Mills St.

1040 Spring St
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Vilas, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Vilas?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vilas Studio Apartments | $1,596 | $905 | $1,867 |
| Vilas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,914 | $1,325 | $2,400 |
| Vilas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,082 | $1,353 | $3,105 |
| Vilas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,926 | $2,695 | $3,199 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Vilas Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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Cheapest Available Vilas Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Vilas area of Madison, WI is a Studio unit found at 1301 Spring St priced from $905. 1309 Spring St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,485. Here are the most affordable Vilas apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1301 Spring St | Studios Available 8/15/23 | Studio,1BA | $905 |
| 1309 Spring St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,485 |
| Vicinato | Studio E | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Park Terrace West Apartments - Location is Everything! | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,249 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vilas, WI
As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Vilas area is the $2.63 price per square foot 3BR/1.0BA Model at Park Terrace West Apartments - Location is Everything! in the in the Downtown Madison neighborhood starting from $2,999. The second greatest value Vilas apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 1309 Spring St starting at $1,485 with a $3.09 price per square foot in the Downtown Madison neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Vilas apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Terrace West Apartments - Location is Everything! | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| 1309 Spring St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Vicinato | Studio E | Studio ,1BA | $3.48 |
| 1301 Spring St | Studios Available 8/15/23 | Studio ,1BA | $3.18 |
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