
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Amherst Neighborhood of Middleton, WI from $678 (88 Rentals)
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Briar Cliff Apartments - FULLY LEASED

2950 Tomahawk Ct

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Overlook Pointe

Arbor Lakes

Stagecoach Trail Apartments

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1729 N High Point Rd, Unit 5

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Middleton Ridge Apartments

Oak Ridge Middleton Senior Community

Meadow Ridge Middleton
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The Brittany

Springtree Apartments

Autumn Ridge

Heritage Middleton Senior Apartments

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Kestrel Apartments

Middleton Lakeview Apartments

Cedar Crest

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Highland Ridge

The Masters Residences

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Flats at Middleton Shores
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1828 Parmenter St, Unit G and F properties 2 apar

7408 Elmwood Ave

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Parmenter Circle II

TRIBECA 3 RESIDENCES, LLC

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The TROTTA

Forest Ridge

1830 Parmenter St

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The Aviary at Middleton Market

Middleton Center

7345 Century Plz, Unit 206
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Hideaway Heights

The Court Apartments

Conservancy Bend Residences

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Cariad

Beaverbrook Apartments

Haven at Middleton Shores

The Waverly

Lake 61

Middleton Station

The West Edge
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Monarch at Middleton Shores

2317 Parmenter St

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Allen Bay

Pheasant Branch Senior Apartments

Orchid Knoll Apartments

2050-2080 Allen Boulevard

Middleton Commons

7212 South Ave

West Lake Cove Apartments

3010 Patty Ln
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Amherst, Middleton, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Amherst?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst Studio Apartments | $1,505 | $1,035 | $2,212 |
| Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,749 | $678 | $2,498 |
| Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,171 | $1,114 | $3,321 |
| Amherst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,418 | $1,313 | $3,750 |
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There are currently 88 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Amherst Neighborhood of Middleton, WI.
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Cheapest Available Amherst Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Amherst area of Madison, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at 2950 Tomahawk Ct priced from $995. 2050-2080 Allen Boulevard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,085. Here are the most affordable Amherst apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2950 Tomahawk Ct | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| 2050-2080 Allen Boulevard | 2050-2080 Allen Boulevard - 2050-... | 1BR,1BA | $1,085 |
| Chapel Hill Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Oak Ridge Middleton Senior Community | 1 Bed 50% | 1BR,2BA | $1,136 |
| Arbor Lakes | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Autumn Ridge | 1 BD Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $1,164 |
| Overlook Pointe | Catalina | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
| Middleton Commons | Middleton Commons - 101 | 1BR,1BA | $1,169 |
| Heritage Middleton Senior Apartments | 2 Bed 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1,172 |
| Kestrel Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,185 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Amherst, WI
As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Amherst area is the $1.48 price per square foot 301 Harbour Town Dr Model at 301 Harbour Town Dr in the in the Glen Oak Hills neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Amherst apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2.25 Bathroom-A Model at Brody Drive starting at $1,795 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Amherst apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 301 Harbour Town Dr | 301 Harbour Town Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Brody Drive | 2 Bedroom 2.25 Bathroom-A | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.65 |
| The Brittany | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| 530 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Heritage Middleton Senior Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Flats at Middleton Shores | 2O | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| West Lake Cove Apartments | 2BDRM-WLC Carpet | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 440 N Westfield Rd | 440 N Westfield Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Oak Ridge Middleton Senior Community | 1 Bed 50% | 1BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Cedar Crest | 1R | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleAmherst, Middleton, WI
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Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Amherst, Middleton, WI
Sauk Trail Elementary
Middleton High
Kromrey Middle
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States, including Middleton. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Amherst Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Amherst?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Amherst is under $1,185.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Amherst?
The cheapest apartment in Amherst is 2950 Tomahawk Ct which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in Amherst costs $1,825.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Amherst?
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 35 regular apartments in Amherst 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 Amherst?
Cheap apartments in Amherst have an average cost of $188 which is $1,637 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Amherst.
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