
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Emerald Terrace Neighborhood of Sun Prairie, WI from $663 (65 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Emerald Terrace area of Sun Prairie.


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Freedom Ring Apartments

The Baehron

Crosstown of Sun Prairie

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Canterbury Court Apartments

Hunter's Creek

Iron Gate

Springs At Sun Prairie

Bird Apartments

1933 - 1941 Wyoming Avenue
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Cannery Square Apartments

Leopold Place

Gateway Commons

The McHenry

Rolling Prairie

Stonewood Rental

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The Wildwood at Main

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Jenny Wren Place

Conservancy Pointe
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Monarch on Main

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Apartments on Main

Hickory Pointe

645 Galena Ct

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36 Stonehaven Dr, Unit 1

Colorado Commons - 143 N Wildwood St

Catalyst on Main

Van Buren Place

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1237 Sunfield St, Unit 2

179-179 Talon Pl
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178-178 Talon Pl

Van Buren East

16 W Klubertanz Dr

Van Buren West

Sundale Townhomes

75 Tower Dr

1910 Wyoming Ave

Hunter's Trail

1085 O'Keeffe Ave

1627-1629 Rustic Dr
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216 W Main St

1260-1288 N Pine St, Sun Prairie, WI 53590

1100 Fitness Run

1037 Fountain Dr

The Element on Main

301 Cannery Sq

Cannery Square Apartments

Hunter's Ridge

Sunwood Apartments

Gateway Terrace
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Emerald Terrace, Sun Prairie, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Emerald Terrace?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald Terrace Studio Apartments | $1,247 | $995 | $1,500 |
| Emerald Terrace 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,408 | $663 | $1,725 |
| Emerald Terrace 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,635 | $999 | $2,800 |
| Emerald Terrace 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,764 | $1,300 | $2,500 |
| Emerald Terrace 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,572 | $2,495 | $2,650 |
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There are currently 65 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Emerald Terrace Neighborhood of Sun Prairie, WI.
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Cheapest Available Emerald Terrace Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Emerald Terrace area of Madison, WI is a Studio unit found at The Baehron priced from $895. Crosstown of Sun Prairie has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Emerald Terrace apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Baehron | Studio Unfurnished | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Crosstown of Sun Prairie | 2x1 bel | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
| Canterbury Court Apartments | 1203 - 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Hunter's Creek | E | Studio,1BA | $1,139 |
| The Revere at Smith's Crossing | D2 | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
| Cannery Square Apartments | 188 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Leopold Place | Studio Style E3 | Studio,1BA | $1,260 |
| The McHenry | Workforce Housing - A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Rolling Prairie | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Wildwood at Main | Badger 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1,301 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerald Terrace, WI
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Emerald Terrace area is the $1.39 price per square foot 3B / 2.5B Model at 1260-1288 N Pine St, Sun Prairie, WI 53590 in the in the Liberty Square neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Emerald Terrace apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at Rustic Dr starting at $2,495 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Outer Sun Prairie neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Emerald Terrace apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1260-1288 N Pine St, Sun Prairie, WI 53590 | 3B / 2.5B | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.39 |
| Rustic Dr | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Sun Prairie Vandenberg Heights | 3 Bed 2 Bath (3.2) | 3BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| 36 Stonehaven Dr, Unit 1 | 36 Stonehaven Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Rolling Prairie | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Gateway Commons | F | 1BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| The Wildwood at Main | Eagle 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Apartments on Main | 3 Bed / 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Crosstown of Sun Prairie | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Canterbury Court Apartments | 1203 - 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Emerald Terrace Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Emerald Terrace?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Emerald Terrace is at The Baehron listed at $895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Emerald Terrace Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Emerald Terrace Apartment is $1,050 at Canterbury Court Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Emerald Terrace Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Emerald Terrace is starting from $999 at Crosstown of Sun Prairie.
What is the most affordable Emerald Terrace Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Emerald Terrace Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rolling Prairie and starts from $1,300.
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