Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $600 (22 Rentals)

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The Monticello
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Monticello

5015 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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Highland Terrace
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Terrace

5329 Old Middleton RdMadison, WI 53705
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Hilldale Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hilldale Towers

4817 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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Stone Ridge Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stone Ridge Apartments

329 Island DrMadison, WI 53705
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property at 5339 Brody Dr

$1,350 - $1,700

2 Bedroom Rentals

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5339 Brody Dr

MadisonWI53705

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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530 N Eau Claire AveMadison, WI 53705
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West Side, Madison, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Side area of Madison, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Normandy Square 55+ priced from $922. Vivo Living Madison has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,010. Here are the most affordable West Side apartments for rent in Madison, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Normandy Square 55+One Bedroom (Income Restricted 40%)1BR,1BA$922
Vivo Living MadisonHEN - The HenryStudio,1BA$1,010
Chapel Hill ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Oak Ridge at University Park Senior ApartmentsB11BR,1BA$1,119
University Park CommonsAFFORDABLE 1 BD1BR,1BA$1,200

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, WI

As of January 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Side area is the $1.80 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2.25 Bathroom-A Model at Brody Drive in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value West Side apartment is the 3BR/1.0BA Model at Royal Arms Apartments starting at $1,895 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Dudgeon-Monroe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brody Drive2 Bedroom 2.25 Bathroom-A2BR,2.5BA$1.80
Royal Arms Apartments3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$1.75
Yorktown Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath - Classic2BR,2BA$1.48
Yorktown EstatesKirkwood1BR,1BA$1.90
Whitney Point2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.70
Normandy Square 55+Two Bedroom (Income Restricted - 60%)2BR,2BA$1.42
The Normandy ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.04
PARK TOWER1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.70
Oak Ridge at University Park Senior ApartmentsB11BR,1BA$1.57
The Monticello1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$2.08

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Side, Madison, WI

Ranked #59

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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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 $1,530.

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 $922, while the average apartment in West Side costs $2,090.

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 29 regular apartments in West Side that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Experts 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.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.