1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Monona, WI (113 Rentals)

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600 Femrite Dr
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600 Femrite Dr

600 Femrite DrMonona, WI 53716
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Glendale Gardens
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Glendale Gardens

201 Tompkins DrMonona, WI 53716
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Monona Hills
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Monona Hills

353 Owen RdMonona, WI 53716
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Monona Meadows
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Monona Meadows

250 Femrite DrMonona, WI 53716
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Besa Monona
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Besa Monona

6501 Bridge RdMonona, WI 53713
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5009 Gordon Ave
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5009 Gordon Ave

5009 Gordon AveMonona, WI 53716

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Monona, WI Local Guide

Largest Available Monona 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Monona, WI is found at The Fitzgerald in the Eastmorland neighborhood and is 981 square feet priced from $1,940. Nexus at Union Corners in the Near East Side neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 975 square feet and currently listed start at $1,895. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Monona:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The FitzgeraldOne Bedroom plus Den981 Sq Ft$1,940
Nexus at Union CornersOne Bedroom TH975 Sq Ft$1,895
The Edge1J963 Sq Ft$2,600
Executive East Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom900 Sq Ft$1,045
Mardelle Apartments1 Bdrm. with Den900 Sq Ft$1,125
IrwinOne Bedroom - N899 Sq Ft$1,775
Kennedy PlaceOne Bedroom844 Sq Ft$1,665
Watermark LoftsWML F840 Sq Ft$1,849
Aventine1 Bedroom W/ Den826 Sq Ft$2,000
Pirate Island Apartments600- 1br825 Sq Ft$1,090

Cheapest Available Monona 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 02, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Monona, WI is the 1 BED 1 BATH Model starting from $925 at The Life at Madison Grove in the East Side neighborhood. The second most affordable Monona 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Madison Mayfair Apartments starting at $1,000 in the Near East Side neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Monona is currently $1,710. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Monona:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Life at Madison Grove1 BED 1 BATH$925
Madison Mayfair Apartments1 Bedroom$1,000
Colonial Apartments1 Br$1,015
Ridgeview Heights ApartmentsLrg. 1BR/1BA$1,040
Executive East Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom$1,045
Lake Point TerraceReef$1,050
Mardelle Apartments1 Bdrm.$1,075
Seven Oaks Apartments1br 627 sf$1,085
Pirate Island Apartments600- 1br$1,090
McCormick CommonsLower Unit$1,095

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Getting Around Monona, WI

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

2 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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Monona, WI Area Reviews

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Gwen • 4+ years in Monona

June 8, 2025

Monona is a safe & quiet community close to Madison. It's 8 minutes to the Dane County Courthouse. It's secluded from city life and sits next to 2 walking parks and Lake Monona. It's a wonderful place to live.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Monona Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Monona with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Monona is at The Life at Madison Grove listed at $925.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Monona Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Monona is $1,710.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Monona Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Monona is a 981 square feet unit starting from $1,940 at The Fitzgerald.

What is the average size for Monona 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Monona is currently 725 sq ft.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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