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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. 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
Pirate Island Apartments25' studioStudio,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monona, WI

As of November 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Monona area is the $1.19 price per square foot 2B/1.5bath Model at Glendale Townhomes in the in the Pflaum Road neighborhood starting from $1,785. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Glendale Townhomes2B/1.5bath2BR,2BA$1.19
Carbon at Union Corners3x2 Income restricted3BR,2BA$1.41
Apartments of Riverwood, LLC2 bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.42
3388 E Washington Ave, Unit #23388 E Washington Ave2BR,1BA$1.44
Colonial Apartments1 Br1BR,1BA$1.18
Executive East Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.16
Dutch Mill Homes3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.39
Mardelle Apartments51BR,1BA$1.30
201 Deer Valley Rd, Unit 2201 Deer Valley Rd1BR,1BA$1.47
Capitol View Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.45

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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 233 Apartments for Rent in Monona, WI with pricing that ranges from $890 to $4,500. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Monona ranging from $800 to $4,180.

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 $800 to $4,180 with an average monthly rent of $2,231.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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