Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Middleton Neighborhood of Middleton, WI from $700 (57 Rentals)

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Flats at Middleton Shores
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$1,225 - $1,475
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$1,225 - $1,475
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$1,225 - $1,475
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Flats at Middleton Shores

6110-6130 Century AveMiddleton, WI 53562
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Springtree Apartments
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$1,225 - $1,585
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$1,225 - $1,585
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$1,225 - $1,585
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Springtree Apartments

2615 Amherst RdMiddleton, WI 53562
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The Masters Residences
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$1,349 - $2,509
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$1,349 - $2,509
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$1,349 - $2,509
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The Masters Residences

5251 Bishops Bay PkyMiddleton, WI 53597
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The Court Apartments
$1,450
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$1,400
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$1,450
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The Court Apartments

7506-7523 Rohlich CtMiddleton, WI 53562
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The Aviary at Middleton Market
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$1,495 - $2,450
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$1,470 - $2,425
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$1,495 - $2,450
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The Aviary at Middleton Market

7628 Lisa LnMiddleton, WI 53562
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Branch Creek
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Branch Creek

2564 Branch StMiddleton, WI 53562
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3010 Patty Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

3010 Patty Ln

3010 Patty LnMiddleton, WI 53562
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Valencia Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Valencia Place

7781 Elmwood AveMiddleton, WI 53562
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Briar Cliff Apartments
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Briar Cliff Apartments

2041 Overlook PassMiddleton, WI 53562
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$1,295

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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5331 Brody Dr, Unit 204

5331 Brody Dr
MadisonWI53705

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Downtown Middleton, Middleton, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Middleton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Middleton area of Madison, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Spring Harbor Apartments priced from $970. Arbor Lakes at Middleton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,085. Here are the most affordable Downtown Middleton apartments for rent in Madison, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Spring Harbor Apartmentssmall one1BR,1BA$970
Arbor Lakes at MiddletonOne Bedroom B1BR,1BA$1,085
Meadow Ridge Middleton1 BD 50% Affordable Unit1BR,1BA$1,098
Heritage Middleton Senior Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath 50%1BR,1BA$1,129
Overlook PointeCatalina1BR,1BA$1,165
Rosewood Villas - Senior2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,185
Springtree Apartments1bsm-r1BR,1BA$1,225
Highland Ridge36D Loft1BR,1BA$1,250
SilverstoneOnyxStudio,1BA$1,285
Autumn Ridge1 BD Affordable1BR,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Middleton, WI

As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Middleton area is the $1.32 price per square foot THF Model at Boulder Creek in the in the Far West Side neighborhood starting from $2,375. The second greatest value Downtown Middleton apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Whispering Hills Townhouses starting at $2,300 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Sunset Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Middleton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Boulder CreekTHF2BR,1.5BA$1.32
Whispering Hills Townhouses3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.64
301 Harbour Town Dr301 Harbour Town Dr2BR,2BA$1.48
Parmenter Circle IH - market2BR,2BA$1.52
Cedar Crest2LGR2BR,1BA$1.45
Oak Ridge Middleton Senior Community2 Bed 50%2BR,1BA$1.27
Flats at Middleton Shores2O2BR,1BA$1.59
The Court ApartmentsStyle B - Two Bedroom - Updated with W/D2BR,1BA$1.61
Heritage Middleton Senior Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath 50%1BR,1BA$1.58
Arbor Lakes at MiddletonOne Bedroom B1BR,1BA$1.61

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for West Madison, WI. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Middleton Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Middleton?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Middleton is under $1,295.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Middleton?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Middleton is Spring Harbor Apartments which is listed at $970, while the average apartment in Downtown Middleton costs $2,450.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Middleton?

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 30 regular apartments in Downtown Middleton 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 Downtown Middleton?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Middleton have an average cost of $216 which is $2,234 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Middleton.

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