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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 (16 Rentals)
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Vivo Living Madison
517 Grand Canyon DrMadison, WI 53719
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Faircrest Apartments
330-348 Island DrMadison, WI 53705
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Chapel Hill Apartments
5002 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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430 S Yellowstone DrMadison, WI 53719
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PARK TOWER
4801 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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The Monticello
5015 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 | $1,439 | $985 | $1,670 |
| West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,639 | $646 | $2,445 |
| West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,042 | $770 | $3,980 |
| West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,069 | $1,562 | $2,800 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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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 PARK TOWER priced from $1,225. The Monticello has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable West Side apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| PARK TOWER | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| The Monticello | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Faircrest Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| 501 N. Whitney Way Madison, WI | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Normandy Square 55+ | Two Bedroom (Income Restricted - 60%) | 2BR,1BA | $1,460 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, WI
As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Side area is the $1.51 price per square foot G Model at Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value West Side apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2.25 Bathroom-A Model at Brody Drive starting at $1,950 with a $1.80 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments | G | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Brody Drive | 2 Bedroom 2.25 Bathroom-A | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.80 |
| Royal Arms Apartments | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Yorktown Estates | Kirkwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Yorktown Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - Contemporary | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Normandy Square 55+ | Two Bedroom (Income Restricted - 60%) | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 501 N. Whitney Way Madison, WI | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Whitney Point | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 4926 Ascot Ln, Unit 3 | 4926 Ascot Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Faircrest Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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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 $1,550.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Side?
The cheapest apartment in West Side is The Monticello which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in West Side costs $2,050.
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 10 regular apartments in West Side that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in West Side?
Cheap apartments in West Side have an average cost of $683 which is $1,367 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Side.
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