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property at 930 Emerald St

$1,300 - $2,100

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jul 31

930 Emerald St

MadisonWI53715

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property at 228 Swanton Rd

$1,600

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 21

228 Swanton Rd, Unit 228 Swanton Rd

228 Swanton Rd
MadisonWI53714

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Monona, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Monona Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Monona, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Post in the Downtown Madison neighborhood priced from $759. Rise-Madison in the Near East Side neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $784. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monona apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The PostOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$759
Rise-Madison2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$784
Colonial ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$990

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monona, WI

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monona area is the $1.10 price per square foot 5910 Monona Dr Model at 5910 Monona Dr, Unit Monona Apt in the in the Pflaum Road neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Monona apartment is the 1049 Spaight St Model at 1049 Spaight St, Unit Apartment 3 starting at $1,000 with a $0.56 price per square foot in the The Isthmus 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.
5910 Monona Dr, Unit Monona Apt5910 Monona Dr2BR,2BA$1.10
1049 Spaight St, Unit Apartment 31049 Spaight St1BR,1BA$0.56
The RoyalA3 Floor Plan (80LMI Income Restricted)2BR,2BA$1.46
Riverwood Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.42
Capitol View Apartments3 Bed 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$1.50
Stonewood Villagesv2brlow2BR,1BA$1.51
3401 Dawes St2bed1bath2BR,1BA$1.53
Dale Street Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath - Heat Included2BR,1BA$1.48
The Life at Madison Grove2 BED 1 BATH2BR,1BA$1.18
Rise-Madison1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.46

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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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 Monona

What type of rentals are currently available in Monona?

There are currently 244 Apartments for Rent in Monona, WI with pricing that ranges from $771 to $7,509. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Monona ranging from $990 to $4,000.

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 $990 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,311.

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 $1,880 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,700.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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Experts Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Madison

Written by: Mike Heuer

I’m Mike, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Madison, Wisconsin. I lived and worked in Madison for several years before career opportunities took me elsewhere.

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

Written by: Mike Heuer

I am Mike, your guide to student housing in the Greater Madison, Wisconsin, area. Madison is a terrific city that also is the Capital of Wisconsin.

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An Insiders Guide to 6 Reasons Why Locals Love Renting in Madison, Wisconsin

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Madison is Wisconsin’s capital city and its second-largest city, with a population of more than 260,000.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.