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property at 1002 N Sunnyvale Ln
$1,395

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Base Rent$1,395

Total Monthly Price$1,395
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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1002 N Sunnyvale Ln, Unit G

1002 N Sunnyvale Ln
MadisonWI53713

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property at 2549 Upham St
$1,650

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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2549 Upham St

MadisonWI53704
property at 5914 Anthony Plz
$1,665

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Base Rent$1,665

Total Monthly Price$1,665
2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
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5914 Anthony Plz

MononaWI53716
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Monona, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Monona Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Monona, WI is a 2 Beds unit found at Broadway Lofts and Townhomes in the Pflaum Road neighborhood priced from $784. Colonial Apartments in the Pflaum Road neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $990. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monona apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Broadway Lofts and Townhomes2x22BR,2BA$784
Colonial ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$990
Madison Mayfair Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$999
Mcfarland Williamstown Bay (55+)1 BD1BR,1BA$1,000
Lake Point TerraceOne Bed One Bath 700 sqft1BR,1BA$1,072

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monona, WI

As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monona area is the $1.41 price per square foot Tri-Level Model at Preston Place in the starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Monona apartment is the 3x2.5TH Model at Broadway Lofts and Townhomes starting at $1,577 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Pflaum Road neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monona apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Preston PlaceTri-Level4BR,2.5BA$1.41
Broadway Lofts and Townhomes3x2.5TH3BR,2.5BA$1.13
The RoyalE Floor Plan (80LMI Income Restricted)2BR,2BA$1.35
Kensington Pointe Apartments2bdrar2BR,1BA$1.27
Stonewood Villagesv2brup2BR,1BA$1.41
Novation Senior2X22BR,2BA$1.29
Seven Oaks ApartmentsPhantom2BR,1BA$1.21
5800 Bjelde Ln101BR,1BA$1.22
Pirate Island ApartmentsWaterside 1br1BR,1BA$1.40
Glendale GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.37

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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 Monona

What type of rentals are currently available in Monona?

There are currently 254 Apartments for Rent in Monona, WI with pricing that ranges from $677 to $4,500. There are also 59 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Monona ranging from $1,050 to $4,400.

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 $1,050 to $4,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,437.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Monona?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Monona range from $1,300 to $4,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $3,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,695.

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