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property at 125 E Gorham St

$1,050 - $2,850

Studio To 4 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 15

125 E Gorham St

MadisonWI53703

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property at 315 S Paterson St

$1,585 - $2,450

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 1

315 S Paterson St

MadisonWI53703
property at 122 Harding St

$1,600

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$1,600

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Apr 15

122 Harding St

MadisonWI53714

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property at 1423 Williamson St

$1,730

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 1

1423 Williamson St

MadisonWI53703

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Monona, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Monona Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

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. Nature Valley Apartments in the Near East Side neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monona apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Broadway Lofts and Townhomes2x22BR,2BA$784
Nature Valley ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$895
Pheasant RidgeA1W/D1BR,1BA$940
Madison Mayfair Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$999
Pirate Island ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,020

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monona, WI and Nearby

As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monona area is the $0.91 price per square foot 5202 Schofield St Model at 5202 Schofield St, Unit AVAILABLE June 1 at 5 pm in the in the Eastmorland neighborhood starting from $1,586. The second greatest value Monona apartment is the 813 Williamson St Model at 813 Williamson St, Unit #1 starting at $2,100 with a $1.40 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.
5202 Schofield St, Unit AVAILABLE June 1 at 5 pm5202 Schofield St2BR,1.5BA$0.91
813 Williamson St, Unit #1813 Williamson St3BR,1BA$1.40
Carbon at Union Corners3x2 Income restricted3BR,2BA$1.41
The RoyalA Floor Plan (60LMI Income Restricted)2BR,2BA$1.38
Capitol View Apartments3 Bed 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$1.50
Colonial Apartments1 Br1BR,1BA$1.18
914-16 N Oak St2Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.33
Executive East Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.16
Mcfarland Williamstown Bay (55+)2.12BR,1BA$1.35
Lake Point Drive Apartments2 Bed/ 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.38

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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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 236 Apartments for Rent in Monona, WI with pricing that ranges from $784 to $5,577. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Monona ranging from $1,150 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 $1,150 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,500.

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.

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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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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.