Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Vilas Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $500 (10 Rentals)

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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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Orchard Court
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Orchard Court

10 N Orchard StMadison, WI 53715
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1722 Monroe
1 Bedroom Apartments

1722 Monroe

1722 Monroe StMadison, WI 53711
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1301 Spring St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1301 Spring St

1301 Spring StMadison, WI 53715
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1020 Fahrenbrook Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

1020 Fahrenbrook Ct

1020 Fahrenbrook CtMadison, WI 53715
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Monroe Manor
3 Bedroom Apartments

Monroe Manor

1910 Monroe StMadison, WI 53711

Vilas, Madison, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Vilas Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oakland on MonroeThe Regent1BR,1BA$1,550
Greenbush ApartmentsApartment 1023BR,1BA$2,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vilas, WI

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Vilas area is the $3.00 price per square foot Apartment 102 Model at Greenbush Apartments in the in the Downtown Madison neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Vilas apartment is the The Monroe Model at Oakland on Monroe starting at $1,725 with a $3.44 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 1023BR,1BA$3.00
Oakland on MonroeThe Monroe1BR,1BA$3.44

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Vilas, Madison, WI

Ranked #74

Among neighborhoods in Madison, WI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Vilas Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Vilas Apartment is $1,550 at Oakland on Monroe.

What is the most affordable Vilas Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Vilas Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Greenbush Apartments and starts from $2,895.

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