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Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments
667 S Whitney WayMadison, WI 53711
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $600 (13 Rentals)
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Vivo Living Madison
517 Grand Canyon DrMadison, WI 53719
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from $1,000Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 1
Chapel Hill Apartments
5002 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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Yellowstone Apartments
430 S Yellowstone DrMadison, WI 53719
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Normandy Square 55+
6509 Normandy LnMadison, WI 53719
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PARK TOWER
4801 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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5022 Sheboygan - Postweiler
5022 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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West Side, Madison, WI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Side Studio Apartments | $1,300 | $915 | $1,610 |
| West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,670 | $646 | $2,450 |
| West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,949 | $770 | $3,980 |
| West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,887 | $1,562 | $2,763 |
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Cheapest Available West Side Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Side area of Madison, WI is a Studio unit found at Vivo Living Madison priced from $915. Normandy Square 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,165. Here are the most affordable West Side apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vivo Living Madison | The Henry | Studio,1BA | $915 |
| Normandy Square 55+ | One Bedroom (Income Restricted - 50%) | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
| PARK TOWER | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| The Monticello | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 5022 Sheboygan - Postweiler | 5022 - 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, WI
As of June 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Side area is the $1.63 price per square foot Marquette II Model at Yorktown Estates in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value West Side apartment is the D1 Model at Harbor View Apartments starting at $2,280 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yorktown Estates | Marquette II | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Harbor View Apartments | D1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.17 |
| Yorktown Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - Classic | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| 426 Rushmore Ln, Unit 2 | 426 Rushmore Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 401 Presidential Ln, Unit #3 | 401 Presidential Ln | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Royal Arms Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 5022 Sheboygan - Postweiler | 5022 - 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Normandy Square 55+ | One Bedroom (Income Restricted - 50%) | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| The Monticello | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| PARK TOWER | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Side is under $1,595.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Side?
The cheapest apartment in West Side is Normandy Square 55+ which is listed at $1,165, while the average apartment in West Side costs $1,795.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Side?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in West Side that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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