
Cheap Homes for Rent in the West Madison Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $600 (48 Rentals)
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1205 Chandler St

454 W Dayton St

454 W Dayton St

454 W Dayton St, Unit 115

454 W Dayton St, Unit 104

2016 Kendall Avenue, Unit 2b

111 S Bassett St, Unit 202

2108 E Washington Ave, Unit 2108.5
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1975 E Washington Ave

402 W Dayton St, Unit 107

402 W Dayton St, Unit 102

402 W Dayton St, Unit 111

402 W Dayton St, Unit 108

930 Emerald St

531 Donofrio Dr, Unit 8

1002 N Sunnyvale Ln, Unit G

1129 Catalpa Cir
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3315 Harvey St, Unit 3315-4

402 W Dayton St, Unit 309

402 W Dayton St, Unit 307

402 W Dayton St, Unit 311

112 N Few St

312 S Ingersoll St

9 Captains Ct, Unit 01

5325 Brody Dr, Unit 101

5337 Brody Dr
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8206 Starr Grass Dr, Unit 107

402 W Dayton St, Unit 314

402 W Dayton St, Unit 304

402 W Dayton St, Unit 310

402 W Dayton St, Unit 306

2217 Luann Ln

7106 Fortune Dr

301 Harbour Town Dr, Unit 209

922 High St, Unit 1
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8530 Greenway Blvd, Unit Bella Casa-Greenway Blvd

527 D'onofrio Dr, Unit 1

1121 S Park St, Unit 206

5192 Sassafras Dr

926 High St, Unit 3

1121 S Park St, Unit 109

828-830 E Johnson St

24 Sherman Ter, Unit 6

3319 Harvey St, Unit 3319-E
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2233 Luann Ln, Unit 1

243 Tyler Cir

8206 Starr Grass Dr, Unit 206
West Madison, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in West Madison?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Madison 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,172 | $1,399 | $3,200 |
| West Madison 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,795 | $900 | $4,900 |
| West Madison 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,367 | $2,100 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Madison Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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Cheapest Available West Madison Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Madison area of Madison, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Canyons priced from $641. Ellis Potter has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $644. Here are the most affordable West Madison apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Canyons | One Bedroom Income Restricted-StyleB | 1BR,1BA | $641 |
| Ellis Potter | 1 bedroom 55+ - 30% CMI | 1BR,1BA | $644 |
| 45 N Orchard St | 0x1-200 | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| The Post | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $759 |
| The Shield | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $842 |
| Liberty Valley Apartments | 1001 - 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| 126-128 S Franklin St | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
| Pirate Island Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| The Ridge Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Interior | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Colonial Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $990 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Madison, WI
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Madison area is the $1.31 price per square foot 2-Bed Townhome Model at Fairhaven Court Townhomes in the in the Outer Verona neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value West Madison apartment is the 3LG Model at Guilford Apartments starting at $1,795 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Brams Addition neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Madison apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairhaven Court Townhomes | 2-Bed Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.31 |
| Guilford Apartments | 3LG | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Woodland Glen | Prairie | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+) | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Chapter at Madison | 4BR/3BA - D1 | 4BR,3BA | $0.81 |
| 530 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Varsity Campus Apartments | 4-Bedroom, 2-Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| 5800 Bjelde Ln | 10 | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 5021 Old Middleton Rd | Two Bedroom unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| The Shield | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Frequently Asked Questions about West Madison
What type of rentals are currently available in West Madison?
There are currently 1217 Apartments for Rent in West Madison, WI with pricing that ranges from $550 to $14,130. There are also 136 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Madison ranging from $699 to $4,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Madison?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Madison ranges from $699 to $4,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,297.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Madison?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Madison range from $550 to $14,130, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $4,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $938.
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

The Expert's Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Madison
Written by: Mike Heuer
I’m Mike, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Madison, Wisconsin. I lived and worked in Madison for several years before career opportunities took me elsewhere.

Lakeshore to Lecture Hall: Finding Your Perfect Student Apartment in Madison, WI
Written by: Mike Heuer
I am Mike, your guide to student housing in the Greater Madison, Wisconsin, area. Madison is a terrific city that also is the Capital of Wisconsin.

An Insider's Guide to 6 Reasons Why Locals Love Renting in Madison, Wisconsin
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Madison is Wisconsin’s capital city and its second-largest city, with a population of more than 260,000.

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Madison, Wisconsin, is three communities in one. It is a college town that is home to the flagship university in the University of Wisconsin system.
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.