Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Vilas Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $500 (12 Rentals)

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508 S Mills St

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45 N Orchard St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

45 N Orchard St

45 N Orchard StMadison, WI 53715
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Randall Park Rentals
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Randall Park Rentals

1308 Spring StMadison, WI 53715
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1019 Milton St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1019 Milton St

1019 Milton StMadison, WI 53715
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302 S Mills St.
1 Bedroom Apartments

302 S Mills St.

302 S Mills StMadison, WI 53715
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1040 Spring St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1040 Spring St

1040 Spring StMadison, WI 53715
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Monroe Manor
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Monroe Manor

1910 Monroe StMadison, WI 53711

Vilas, Madison, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Vilas Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Vilas area of Madison, WI is a 2 Beds unit found at 1309 Spring St priced from $1,485. Vicinato has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable Vilas apartments for rent in Madison, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1309 Spring St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,485
VicinatoVicinato EStudio,1BA$1,495
Oakland on MonroeThe Monroe1BR,1BA$1,595
Park Terrace West Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2,249
Greenbush ApartmentsApartment 1013BR,3BA$3,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vilas, WI

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Vilas area is the $2.54 price per square foot Apartment 201 Model at Greenbush Apartments in the in the Downtown Madison neighborhood starting from $3,695. The second greatest value Vilas apartment is the 3BR/1.0BA Model at Park Terrace West Apartments starting at $3,099 with a $2.51 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Greenbush ApartmentsApartment 2013BR,3BA$2.54
Park Terrace West Apartments3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$2.51
1814 Madison St, Unit #11814 Madison St4BR,1BA$2.34
1812 Madison St, Unit #21812 Madison St3BR,1BA$2.18
Oakland on MonroeThe Monroe1BR,1BA$3.18
1309 Spring St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$3.09
VicinatoVicinato EStudio ,1BA$3.48

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Vilas, Madison, WI

Ranked #74

Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Vilas Neighborhood in Madison, WI

Walk Score®

90 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

98 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

51 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Vilas Apartments

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Vilas Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Vilas is starting from $1,485 at 1309 Spring St.

What is the most affordable Vilas Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Vilas Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Terrace West Apartments and starts from $3,099.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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