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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 (14 Rentals)
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Normandy Square 55+
6509 Normandy LnMadison, WI 53719
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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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5002 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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4801 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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5022 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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5333 Brody Dr, Unit 201
5333 Brody Dr
MadisonWI53705
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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 | $1,458 | $985 | $2,050 |
| West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,682 | $646 | $2,500 |
| West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,104 | $770 | $3,482 |
| West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,319 | $1,562 | $2,800 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments priced from $646. Normandy Square 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $922. Here are the most affordable West Side apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments | B | 1BR,1BA | $646 |
| Normandy Square 55+ | One Bedroom (Income Restricted 40%) | 1BR,1BA | $922 |
| 501 N. Whitney Way Madison, WI | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Faircrest Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| PARK TOWER | Studio 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, WI
As of October 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Side area is the $1.40 price per square foot Two Bedroom (Income Restricted - 60%) Model at Normandy Square 55+ in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $1,570. The second greatest value West Side apartment is the 426 Rushmore Ln Model at 426 Rushmore Ln, Unit 2 starting at $1,600 with a $1.45 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normandy Square 55+ | Two Bedroom (Income Restricted - 60%) | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| 426 Rushmore Ln, Unit 2 | 426 Rushmore Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 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 | $1.75 |
| Yorktown Estates | Kirkwood | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Yorktown Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath - Contemporary | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Whitney Point | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
| Faircrest Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 501 N. Whitney Way Madison, WI | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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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 $1,495.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Side?
The cheapest apartment in West Side is Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments which is listed at $646, while the average apartment in West Side costs $2,502.
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 34 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 $656 which is $1,846 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Side.
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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.
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.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Trey Huguley
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