
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Waunakee, WI from $700 (25 Rentals)
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Madison and Main

Sunset Lane Apartments

Arbor Lakes at Middleton
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Coachlite Apartments

Overlook Pointe

Londonderry Lofts

Middleton Ridge Apartments

Northshore Estates
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Elka Lane Apartments

Autumn Ridge

Tribeca Village

Northern Bluffs

Highland Ridge
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Granite Ridge Apartments

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Pine Ridge Apartments No Vacancies
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Waunakee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waunakee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Waunakee Studio Apartments | $1,335 | $935 | $1,685 | 
| Waunakee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,509 | $990 | $2,450 | 
| Waunakee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,923 | $1,200 | $3,815 | 
| Waunakee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,844 | $1,219 | $3,550 | 
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Cheapest Available Waunakee Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Waunakee, WI is a Studio unit found at Arbor Lakes at Middleton in the Lakeview Dane neighborhood priced from $935. Londonderry Lofts in the Carpenter-Ridgeway neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,045. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Waunakee apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor Lakes at Middleton | Studio | Studio,1BA | $935 | 
| Londonderry Lofts | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,045 | 
| Coachlite Apartments | 1 bd | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 | 
| Northshore Estates | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 | 
| Autumn Ridge | 1 BD Affordable | 1BR,1BA | $1,164 | 
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waunakee, WI and Nearby
As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waunakee area is the $1.27 price per square foot Redspire Model at 6820-6850 Redspire Ln in the in the Lake Windsor neighborhood starting from $2,799. The second greatest value Waunakee apartment is the 5564 River Rd Model at 5564 River Rd, Unit Unit 4 starting at $1,500 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Berkeley Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waunakee apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. | 
|---|---|---|---|
| 6820-6850 Redspire Ln | Redspire | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.27 | 
| 5564 River Rd, Unit Unit 4 | 5564 River Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 | 
| Middleton Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom plus Loft | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 | 
| The Laurel at Kilkenny | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 | 
| Northern Bluffs | Amber | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 | 
| Century Commons | D | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.46 | 
| Dane Townhomes | 2 Bed/ 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.34 | 
| Sunset Lane Apartments | 2 Bed/ 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 | 
| 402 Luster Ave, Unit Apt. #2 | 402 Luster Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 | 
| Coachlite Apartments | 1 bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 | 
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWaunakee, WI
Ranked #102
Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Waunakee, WI
Waunakee Prairie Elementary
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Getting Around Waunakee, WI
Walk Score®
34 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waunakee Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waunakee?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waunakee is at Arbor Lakes at Middleton listed at $935.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waunakee Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waunakee Apartment is $1,045 at Arbor Lakes at Middleton.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waunakee Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waunakee is starting from $1,250 at Sunset Lane Apartments.
What is the most affordable Waunakee Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Waunakee Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Northern Bluffs and starts from $1,219.
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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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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