
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Middleton Neighborhood of Middleton, WI from $700 (90 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Middleton area of Middleton.


Arbor Lakes

Stagecoach Trail Apartments

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Middleton Ridge Apartments

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Parmenter Circle I

Forest Ridge

Meadow Ridge Middleton

Oak Ridge Middleton Senior Community

Autumn Ridge

Heritage Middleton Senior Apartments
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1831 Parmenter St, Unit 6

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Kestrel Apartments

Middleton Lakeview Apartments

1832 Parmenter St

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The Brittany

Springtree Apartments

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Flats at Middleton Shores

Quail Run

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Boulder Creek

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Highland Ridge
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Parmenter Circle II

The Masters Residences

Cedar Crest

Tribeca Village

Middleton Center

Brownridge Terrace

Conservancy Bend 1 Residences, LLC

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The TROTTA

Lesilve

Brownstone on Old Sauk
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Market West Apartments

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Monarch at Middleton Shores

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Waterside

7315 University Ave, Unit 1

Deer Creek

The West Edge

The Court Apartments

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Cariad

Brownpoint Reserve

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The Aviary at Middleton Market
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Briar Cliff Apartments

Beaverbrook Apartments

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The Foundry at Greenway

The Waverly

Whispering Pines

Lake 61

Middleton Station

2824 Pleasant View Rd, Unit 2824

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Allen Bay

2317 Parmenter St
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Downtown Middleton, Middleton, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Middleton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Middleton Studio Apartments | $1,500 | $1,025 | $2,301 |
| Downtown Middleton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,704 | $1,020 | $2,450 |
| Downtown Middleton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,140 | $1,192 | $3,150 |
| Downtown Middleton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,571 | $1,313 | $3,750 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 90 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Middleton Neighborhood of Middleton, WI.
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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 $1,020. Arbor Lakes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here are the most affordable Downtown Middleton apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Harbor Apartments | small one | 1BR,1BA | $1,020 |
| Arbor Lakes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Parmenter Circle I | E - (income restrictions) | 1BR,1BA | $1,107 |
| Oak Ridge Middleton Senior Community | 1 Bed 50% | 1BR,2BA | $1,136 |
| Heritage Middleton Senior Apartments | 2 Bed 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1,172 |
| Kestrel Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,185 |
| Springtree Apartments | 1bsm-r | 1BR,1BA | $1,209 |
| Flats at Middleton Shores | 1O | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Rosewood Villas - Senior | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,265 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Middleton, WI
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Middleton area is the $1.44 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Whispering Hills Townhouses in the in the Sunset Village neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Downtown Middleton apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Brownpoint Reserve starting at $2,170 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Far West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Middleton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Whispering Hills Townhouses | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Brownpoint Reserve | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| 301 Harbour Town Dr | 301 Harbour Town Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Heritage Middleton Senior Apartments | 2 Bed Mkt | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Brody Drive | 2 Bedroom 2.25 Bathroom-A | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.65 |
| Cedar Crest | 2R | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Overlook Pointe | Bayside | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Wexford Place | Superior | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Rosewood Villas - Senior | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Oak Ridge Middleton Senior Community | 1 Bed 50% | 1BR,2BA | $1.50 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Middleton, Middleton, WI
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Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Middleton, Middleton, WI
Elm Lawn Elementary
Middleton High
Kromrey Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Middleton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Middleton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Middleton is at Arbor Lakes listed at $1,025.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Middleton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Middleton Apartment is $1,020 at Spring Harbor Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Middleton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Middleton is starting from $1,172 at Heritage Middleton Senior Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Middleton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Middleton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The TROTTA and starts from $2,100.
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