Cheap Homes for Rent in West Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $1,500 (3 Rentals)

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$1,500 - $1,650

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1 To 2 Bedroom Condos for Rent

Available Aug 31

5337 Brody Dr

MadisonWI53705

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$1,650

Total Monthly Price

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 29

5325 Brody Dr, Unit 101

5325 Brody Dr

MadisonWI53705

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Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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$1,800

Total Monthly Price

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 16

4905 Phillip Ln

MadisonWI53711

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West Side, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in West Side?

Bedroom	Average Rent	Cheapest Rent	Highest Rent
West Side 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent	$1,955	$1,650	$2,750
West Side 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent	$3,150	$3,150	$3,150
West Side 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent	$2,795	$2,795	$2,795

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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI.

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, WI

As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Side area is the $1.78 price per square foot Two Bed Model at St. Croix Apartments in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $3,300. 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.
St. Croix Apartments	Two Bed	2BR,2BA	$1.78
Brody Drive	2 Bedroom 2.25 Bathroom-A	2BR,2.5BA	$1.80
601 @ University Park	2X2 (K-AC)	2BR,2BA	$1.72
Normandy Square 55+	One Bed 30%	1BR,1BA	$1.40
Royal Arms Apartments	2BR/1.0BA	2BR,1BA	$1.66
West End @ University Park	1 BD + Den	1BR,1BA	$1.95
Faircrest Apartments	2 Bed/1 Bath	2BR,1BA	$1.58
5022 Sheboygan Apartments	5022 - 2BD Remodeled	2BR,1BA	$1.71
PARK TOWER	1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom	1BR,1BA	$1.73
Chapel Hill Apartments	1 BR/1 BA	1BR,1BA	$1.87

Lakeshore to Lecture Hall: Finding Your Perfect Student Apartment in Madison, WI

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Side

What type of rentals are currently available in West Side?

There are currently 51 Apartments for Rent in West Side, WI with pricing that ranges from $646 to $3,856. There are also 8 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Side ranging from $1,500 to $3,150.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Side?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Side ranges from $1,500 to $3,150 with an average monthly rent of $2,350.

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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.