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  • Only 1 unit left
    Studio $500
    1 bd $625
    4 bd $900
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    Midvale

    609 N Midvale Blvd, Madison, WI 53705
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  • Apartments Under $1,000

  • Studio $945
    1 bd $1,195+
    Base rent
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    Cedar Ridge

    4.5 (6)
    2402 Columbus Lane, Madison, WI 53704
    Apply online • Cat friendly • Parking
  • Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $969
    Base rent
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    2818 Curry Parkway

    4.0 (5)
    Arbor Hills, Madison, WI 53713
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  • Apartments Under $1,100

  • 8 units available
    1 bd $1,000+
    2 bd $1,100+
    3 bd $1,200+
    Base rent Income restricted
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    Ridgecrest Apartments

    517 Northport Drive, Madison, WI 53704
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • Rent specials 21 units available
    1 bd $1,005+
    Base rent
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    The Ridge Apartments

    4.0 (9)
    620 W Badger Rd, Madison, WI 53713
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • New Units Available
    Studio $1,025
    1 bd $1,380
    2 bd $1,400+
    Base rent
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    Park House Apartments

    3.5 (25)
    1831 S Park St, Madison, WI 53713
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  • Studio $1,045
    Base rent
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    Cherry Tree Crossing

    3.5 (2)
    4725 Hayes Road, Madison, WI 53704
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  • New Units Available Only 3 units left
    1 bd $1,145
    2 bd $1,060
    Base rent
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    Westhaven Village Apartments

    4.5 (8)
    3145 Muir Field Road, Madison, WI 53719
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  • 1 bd $1,070+
    Base rent
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    Glendale Gardens

    5.0 (2)
    201 Tompkins Drive, Monona, WI 53716
    Apply online • Cat friendly
  • 1 bd $1,075+
    Base rent
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    Cambridge Place

    621 N. Sherman Avenue, Maple Bluff, WI 53704
    Apply online • Cat friendly • Air conditioner
  • Rent specials 7 units available
    1 bd $1,090+
    2 bd $1,220+
    Base rent
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    Rosewood Villas

    4.5 (15)
    902 N. High Point Road, Madison, WI 53717
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  • Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $1,095+
    Base rent
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    Southview Apartments

    1120 Ann Street, Madison, WI 53713
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  • 4 units available
    1 bd $1,099
    2 bd $1,449
    Base rent
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    2917 Curry Parkway

    3.5 (4)
    Arbor Hills, Madison, WI 53713
    Apply online • Pet friendly

  • Apartments Under $1,200

  • 21 units available
    1 bd $1,100
    2 bd $1,200
    3 bd $1,300
    Base rent Income restricted
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    Parkcrest Apartments

    1564 Troy Drive, Madison, WI 53704
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Studio $1,125
    Base rent
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    Heather Ridge

    3.0 (2)
    4701 Hayes Road, Madison, WI 53704
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  • Only 3 units left
    2 bd $1,165+
    Base rent
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    Magnolia Lane Apartments

    4.0 (1)
    921 Magnolia Ln, Madison, WI 53713
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  • Rent specials New Units Available
    1 bd $1,168+
    2 bd $1,435+
    Base rent
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    Luna Residences

    2517 Pheasant Ridge Trail, Madison, WI 53713
    Pet friendly • Fitness center • Dishwasher
  • Studio $1,185+
    1 bd $1,575+
    2 bd $2,375
    Base rent
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    Langdon Hall Apartments

    3.5 (4)
    633 Langdon St., Madison, WI 53703
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  • Apartments Under $1,300

  • 5 units available
    2 bd $1,220+
    Base rent
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    Petra Apartments

    1165 Petra Pl, Madison, WI 53713
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • Only 3 units left
    1 bd $1,220
    2 bd $1,445+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Fordem Towers

    4.5 (10)
    1622 & 1750 Fordem Ave, Madison, WI 53704
    Apply online • Cat friendly • Dishwasher
  • 12 units available
    1 bd $1,220
    2 bd $1,445+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Rivers Edge Apartments

    5.0 (1)
    1614 Fordem Avenue, Madison, WI 53704
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Studio $1,235
    1 bd $1,235+
    2 bd $1,495+
    Base rent
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    PARK TOWER

    4.0 (5)
    4801 Sheboygan Ave, Madison, WI 53705
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  • Rent specials 17 units available
    Studio $1,235+
    1 bd $1,420+
    2 bd $1,795
    Base rent
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    Glacier Valley At Reston Heights

    4.5 (6)
    6853 Littlemore Drive, Madison, WI 53718
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  • Rent specials New Units Available
    2 bd $1,240+
    Base rent
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    Westminster Senior Apartments

    6160 Dell Dr, Madison, WI 53718
    Pet friendly • Fitness center • Dishwasher
  • Studio $1,245
    Base rent
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    Prairie Ridge

    4.0 (2)
    2002 Jeffy Trail, Madison, WI 53719
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • 1 bd $1,275
    2 bd $1,700+
    4 bd $3,550
    Base rent
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    College Station

    3.5 (1)
    110 S. Brooks Street, Madison, WI 53715
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  • Apartments Under $1,400

  • Rent specials New Units Available
    1 bd $1,300+
    2 bd $1,545+
    3 bd $1,895+
    Total monthly cost
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    Renew Madison

    3.0 (5)
    6723 Schroeder Road, Madison, WI 53711
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Studio $1,300
    1 bd $1,550
    2 bd $1,800
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Lakepoint Commons Residential

    4.0 (1)
    2705 University Avenue, Madison, WI 53705
    Pet friendly • Parking • Dishwasher
  • 9 units available
    1 bd $1,312+
    2 bd $1,983+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Elevate Apartments

    5022 American Parkway, Madison, WI 53718
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  • 1 bd $1,345
    2 bd $1,675
    3 bd $2,200
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Hercules Trail

    4.0 (5)
    5816 Halley Way, Madison, WI 53718
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    2 bd $1,370
    3 bd $1,475+
    Base rent
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    Madison Estates

    4.0 (8)
    1132 Morraine View Dr., Madison, WI 53719
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • 9 units available
    1 bd $1,375
    2 bd $1,475
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Rivers Edge

    4.0 (4)
    1614 Fordem Avenue, Madison, WI 53704
    Apply online • Cat friendly • Dishwasher
  • 134 units available
    Studio $1,400+
    1 bd $1,525+
    2 bd $1,975+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Illuminate Luxury Residences

    4934 Dreamer Drive, Madison, WI 53718
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 1 bd $1,422+
    Base rent
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    Cardinal Apartments

    4.0 (3)
    416 E. Wilson St., Madison, WI 53703
    Apply online • Cat friendly • Hardwood Floors
  • New Units Available 18 units available
    Studio $1,440
    1 bd $1,570
    2 bd $2,195+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    The Edison

    4.5 (4)
    9506 Watts Road, Verona, WI 53593
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • Rent specials
    2 bd $1,455+
    3 bd $2,005+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Preserve West

    3.5 (29)
    78 Kessel Court, Madison, WI 53711
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Dishwasher
  • Rent specials 6 units available
    Studio $1,470
    1 bd $1,525
    2 bd $2,200
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Current 1 & 2

    800 W Broadway, Monona, WI 53713
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  • Only 1 unit left
    3 bd $1,510+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Town's Edge Apartments

    4.5 (2)
    1019-2500 Fielder Ln, Madison, WI 53713
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • 1 bd $1,550
    2 bd $1,695
    3 bd $2,225
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Apollo 502

    4.5 (1)
    502 Apollo Way, Madison, WI 53718
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • 2 bd $1,570
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Infinity

    4.5 (5)
    5850 Charon Lane, Madison, WI 53718
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • Only 2 units left
    2 bd $1,800
    4 bd $2,725
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Campus Area Houses

    110 S. Brooks Street, Madison, WI 53715
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • 1 bd $2,145
    2 bd $3,350+
    3 bd $3,975
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    Pres House Apartments

    4.5 (8)
    439 East Campus Mall, Madison, WI 53703
    Apply online • Fitness center • Dishwasher
  • Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    Catalpa Crossing Apartments

    2217 Fish Hatchery Rd/2210 Catalpa Rd, Madison, WI 53713
    Pet friendly • Parking • In unit laundry
  • Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    1113-1127 E Dayton

    4.5 (3)
    1113 - 1127 E Dayton St, Madison, WI 53703
    Pet friendly • Hardwood Floors
  • Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    Capitol View Apartments

    3.0 (3)
    10-136 Capitol View Terrace, Madison, WI 53713
    Pet friendly • Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony
  • Ask for pricing
    Verified Listing

    The Rockwell Apartments

    4.0 (4)
    700 W Badger Rd, Madison, WI 53713
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Madison, WI?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $500 and $5,100.

How many cheap rentals are available in Madison, WI on RentCafe?

There are 445 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Madison, WI were last updated on 24 Oct 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Madison, WI?

The average Madison, WI cheap apartment size is 881 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Madison, WI?

Cheap apartments in Madison, WI are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Madison, WI?

A cheap apartment in Madison, WI offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Madison, WI? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Madison, WI has never been easier. We feature 532 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Madison, WI average. What is a cheap rent in Madison, WI? The average apartment rent in Madison is $1,849 per month so any rental south of $1,479 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Madison, WI rents go as low as $500/mo.