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Houses for Rent in Madison, WI

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    110 S. Brooks Street, Madison, WI 53715
    2 BEDS $1,495
    9 BEDS $545+
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    1733 Camelot Drive, Madison, WI 53705
    5 BEDS $4,500
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    811 Hiawatha Dr, Madison, WI 53711
    3 BEDS $3,295
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    38 Cumberland Lane, Madison, WI 53714
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    13 Rustling Birch Road, Verona, WI 53593
    4 BEDS $3,000
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    1225 St James Ct, Madison, WI 53715
    3 BEDS $3,995
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    3842 Johns Street, Madison, WI 53714
    3 BEDS $2,500
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    9219 Rustic Pine Rd, Verona, WI 53593
    3 BEDS $2,850
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    6214 Camino Way, Madison, WI 53719
    4 BEDS $2,700
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    157 Judd St, Madison, WI 53714
    2 BEDS $2,095
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    15 Bellingrath Ct, Mcfarland, WI 53558
    4 BEDS $3,350
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    5212 Midmoor Road, Monona, WI 53716
    3 BEDS $2,500
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    1009 Stanford Drive, Waunakee, WI 53597
    6 BEDS $3,895
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    307 7Th Street, Waunakee, WI 53597
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    671 Hillcrest Drive, Waunakee, WI 53597
    3 BEDS $2,900
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    6957 County Hwy K, MIDDLETON, WI 53562
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    8903 White Coral Way, Middleton, WI 53562
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    6725 Wolf Hollow Road, Windsor, WI 53598
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Madison, WI rent trends

Rental prices in Madison, WI have increased by 4.05% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,727 to $1,797.

Average rent in Madison, WI

$1,797/mo Madison, WI average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Madison, WI is $1,797.

    What's the typical rent budget in Madison, WI?

    About 38% of apartment rents in Madison, WI range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 12% of apartments. Around 36% of Madison’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 3% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000. A share of 5% of apartment rentals in Madison are in the $2,501-$3,000 range. There are 5% of apartment rentals in Madison in the > $3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in Madison, WI (38%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Madison, WI

    74 /100
    Very Walkable
    44 /100
    Some Transit
    85 /100
    Very Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 74, Transit Score®: 44, Bike Score®: 85

    Frequently asked questions

    How much is the rent for a house in Madison, WI?

    The price range of a house for rent is between $545 and $1,495.

    How many houses are available in Madison, WI on RentCafe?

    There are 7 house rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Madison, WI were last updated on 17 Nov 2025.

    What is the average size of a rental house in Madison, WI?

    The average Madison, WI rental house size is 656 sq. ft.

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

    Renting a house in Madison, WI comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

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

    Houses for rent in Madison, WI are usually located in non-central areas.

    Look for houses for rent near me

    Do you want a house with a backyard, a grill area, that offers you privacy and enough space for your family? RentCafe offers you the possibility to look for a house for rent near you, to find the one that best suits your family. Browsing through our listings, you can filter by size, price, pet policy, check out the location, to find the best house in your area. Whether you are looking to move to a particular neighborhood, or a specific ZIP code, may it be for its safety, beautiful buildings, or quiet atmosphere, you can find the rental house that your whole family will enjoy.

    Your next home is out there, whether you are looking for a house for rent near you or anywhere in the U.S. Easily browse houses for rent with availability updated daily, and let's find the one that is perfect for you!

    Renting a house in Madison, WI

    Some people just don’t buy into the American dream of owning your own house and sacrificing flexibility. Also, a 30-year mortgage is not the most pleasant thought to wake up with every morning. We understand. But what if you need some extra storage space? What if you like a backyard where you could throw BBQ parties and the kids could play in a safe environment? Luckily, you can forget the dreaded mortgage. Renting a house is the answer. There are 3 homes for rent in Madison, WI. And it won’t necessarily cost an arm and a leg to rent the perfect home for your family. You can look into duplexes for rent too. Prices in Madison, WI for rental homes start at $1,495. Or, if you don’t want your neighbors too close, you should browse some single family homes for rent, priced up to $2,095 per month.

    A rental house offers flexibility

    Your family situation will change throughout your life. Renting makes it possible to match the size of your home to your lifestyle and financial situation. And with 5 houses listed in Madison, WI, with prices ranging from $1,495 to $2,095 it’s possible to find the perfect one for you, whether you’re on the lookout for cheap houses for rent or something fancy and expensive. Maybe it’s just you and your significant other at the moment sharing a charming downtown apartment. But there’s a chance that at some point in time, a third family member will show-up and suddenly that 1 bedroom apartment you were so happy with will become too small. You will realize that you’d much rather prefer the comfort of your own backyard, than all the excitement your current neighborhood provides, that you no longer have time to enjoy anyway. If you want to continue living comfortably, you may want to rent a 2 bedroom house. Or maybe your oldest son turned into a young man who’s going off to college soon. You’ll find yourself in a 4 bedroom house that is suddenly too big. You could downsize and rent a 3 bedroom home with a pool, in a much nicer area. The flexibility of renting makes it possible.

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!