
Cheap Homes for Rent in Monona, WI from $900 (13 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Monona?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Monona 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,108 | $1,400 | $2,500 |
Monona 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,342 | $1,795 | $3,400 |
Monona 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,808 | $900 | $4,195 |
Monona 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,285 | $2,950 | $3,610 |
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Cheapest Available Monona Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Monona, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Life at Madison Grove in the East Side neighborhood priced from $925. Seven Oaks Apartments in the Bay Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monona apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Life at Madison Grove | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Seven Oaks Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
Lake Point Terrace | Harbour | Studio,1BA | $974 |
Pirate Island Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
Nature Valley Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monona, WI and Nearby
As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Monona area is the $1.20 price per square foot 2B/2Bath Model at Glendale Townhomes in the in the Pflaum Road neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Monona apartment is the 3x2 Income restricted Model at Carbon at Union Corners starting at $1,811 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Near East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monona apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Glendale Townhomes | 2B/2Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
Carbon at Union Corners | 3x2 Income restricted | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
Eagle Harbor Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
Ridge Creek Apartments | 2x1028 | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Executive East Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Dutch Mill Homes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.39 |
Monona Shores Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
Mardelle Apartments | 1 Bdrm. | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Colonial Apartments | 1 Br | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
The Life at Madison Grove | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Monona
What type of rentals are currently available in Monona?
There are currently 226 Apartments for Rent in Monona, WI with pricing that ranges from $950 to $3,740. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Monona ranging from $900 to $4,195.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Monona?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Monona ranges from $900 to $4,195 with an average monthly rent of $2,216.
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