1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Monona, WI Under $1,200 (43 Rentals)

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Mardelle Apartments
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Mardelle Apartments

408-470 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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Riverwood Apartments
$1,125
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$1,125 - $1,395

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Riverwood Apartments

6417-6431 Bridge RdMadison, WI 53713
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The Post
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$759 - $1,950
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$759 - $1,950

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The Post

131 E Lakeside StMadison, WI 53715
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Carbon
$1,152 - $1,351
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$771 - $1,943

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$771 - $1,943
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Carbon

2418 Winnebago StMadison, WI 53704
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3176 Ridgeway Ave, Unit #4
$1,200
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3176 Ridgeway Ave, Unit #4

3176 Ridgeway AveMadison, WI 53704
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1124 Jenifer St
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1124 Jenifer St

1124 Jenifer StMadison, WI 53703
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Algoma Apartments
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Algoma Apartments

404 Algoma StMadison, WI 53704
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The Andre Apartments
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The Andre Apartments

2350 Winnebago StMadison, WI 53704
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Coachlight Village
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Coachlight Village

2609-2613 Pheasant Ridge TrlMadison, WI 53713
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Monona, WI Local Guide

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

Discover the best student housing neighborhoods for renting in Madison, Wisconsin! This guide covers apartments near the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Edgewood University, Herzing University, and Madison Area Technical College, detailing locations like Regent, Shorewood Hills, Dudgeon-Monroe, and more for your perfect college home.

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Gwen4+ 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 Post listed at $759.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Monona is $1,717.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Monona is a 1,214 square feet unit starting from $2,275 at The Edge.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Monona is currently 943 sq ft.

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