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Apartments Under $1,200 in Madison, WI

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$995
Harbor Arms
1309-1329 Temkin Ave Madison, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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37
$965 - 1,150
Park Terrace West Apartments - Location is Everything!
Deal
45 N Randall Ave Madison, WI
1 - 3 BR | Aug. 15, 2026
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10
$1,115
502 E Main St
502 E Main St Madison, WI
Studio | Available Now
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$950
427 W Main St
4.0
427 W Main St Madison, WI
Studio | Aug. 16, 2026
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34
$795 - 840
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The Highlander
3.6
121 W Gilman St Madison, WI
2 BR | Available Now
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31
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$1,035 - 1,200
Henry Gilman
4.7
501 N Henry St Madison, WI
Studio | Aug. 14, 2026
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50
$664 - 1,151
Rise Madison
Deal
E. Washington and N. Fair Oaks Ave Madison, WI
1 - 3 BR | Available Now
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5
$895
15 N Hancock St
15 N Hancock St Madison, WI
Studio | Aug. 1, 2026
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Capitol
46
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$1,200
Elka Lane Apartments
Deal
5.0
2002-2022 Elka Lane Madison, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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22
$1,170
Langdon Hall Apartments
3.4
633 Langdon St. Madison, WI
3 BR | Aug. 15, 2026
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UW Madison Campus
29
$758 - 903
Central WI East
150 E Gilman St Madison, WI
1 - 2 BR | Jul. 8, 2026
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Capitol
15
$1,070 - 1,120
City Row
4.2
614 E Johnson St Madison, WI
Studio | Available Now
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59
$905 - 1,095
Seven Oaks Apartments
Deal
1108 Moorland Rd Madison, WI
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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$1,135
Tailor Place
5.0
5630 Schroeder RD Madison, WI
1 BR | Sep. 1, 2026
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$900
102 N Orchard St
102 N Orchard St Madison, WI
2 BR | Available Now
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31
$1,195
Overlook at Midtown
2.0
8119 Mayo Dr Madison, WI
1 BR | Jul. 15, 2026
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18
$1,135
Fair Oaks
Deal
2.8
144 S Fair Oaks Ave Madison, WI
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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20
$651 - 1,100
Point Place Senior Apartments
7945 Tree Ln Madison, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,000
Calimar
16 E Gorham St Madison, WI
1 BR | Aug. 15, 2026
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Capitol
6
$925 - 975
311 E Johnson St
Madison, WI
Studio | Aug. 15, 2026
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4
$706 - 1,135
Merchant Place
6706 Odana Rd Madison, WI
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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6
$745 - 830
Shelter WI Properties
150 E Gilman St Ste 1500 Madison, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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Capitol
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$1,200
LIBERTY VALLEY 1009
1009 Gilbert Rd Madison, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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16
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$1,050 - 1,300
Terrace View Apartments
4.4
5021 Old Middleton Road Madison, WI
2 BR | Available Now
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11
$1,165 - 1,170
140 W Gorham St
Madison, WI
1 BR | Aug. 15, 2026
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Capitol
7
$1,150
Wiedenbeck Warehouse Apartments
5.0
619 W Mifflin St Madison, WI
2 BR | Available Now
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22
$1,090
641 W Main
3.4
Madison, WI
1 BR | Oct. 1, 2026
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$765 - 880
738 E Dayton St
Madison, WI
Studio | Sep. 1, 2026
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$1,200
Liberty Valley Apartments
1001 Gilbert Rd Madison, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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$800 - 895
2116 Fisher St
Madison, WI
2 BR | Available Now
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $1,200 are available in Madison, WI on Rentable.co?

There are 226 apartments under $1,200 in Madison currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $1,200 are available in Madison?

Rentable.co has 1,627 studio apartments under $1,200 available for rent in Madison.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $1,200 are available in Madison?

Rentable.co has 2,589 one-bedroom apartments under $1,200 available for rent in Madison.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $1,200 are available in Madison?

Rentable.co has 2,825 two-bedroom apartments under $1,200 available for rent in Madison.

Can I afford a apartment under $1,200 in Madison, WI?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $1,200 in Madison based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $42,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $1,200 for rent in Madison, WI?

  1. Capitol
  2. UW Madison Campus
  3. Old Market Place
  4. Madison West
  5. Greenbush

Apartments Under $1,200 in Madison, WI: July Rental Information

Welcome to the July 2026 Madison Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the July 2026 key findings and figures for the Madison rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $1,200 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in Madison and surrounding areas. This summary also provides an insight into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $1,200 in Madison. Whether you're a student looking for a budget-friendly option or a professional seeking a comfortable living space, our report will help you navigate the rental market and make an informed decision.
0 25 50 75 100 <$1,000 $1,040 $1,120 $1,200 $1,280 $1,360 $1,440 $1,520 $1,600 $1,680 $1,760 $1,840 $1,920 $2,000 $2,080 $2,160 $2,240 >$2,320
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Madison stands at $1,500, with the majority falling between $950 and $2,330. Out of the 7,969 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Madison, 2,032 are priced below $1,200, accounting for 25% of the total available one-bedroom units in Madison.

Available Apartments Under $1,200: Madison vs. Surrounding Areas

Madison, WI
Sun Prairie, WI
Fitchburg, WI
Middleton, WI
Verona, WI
Stoughton, WI
Waunakee, WI
De Forest, WI
Monona, WI
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In July 2026, there are a variety of affordable apartments available for rent in Madison, WI and the surrounding cities. The chart above showcases the number of apartments in each of these areas that are listed for under $1,200 per month. Madison itself boasts a significant number of options, with 328 apartments falling within this budget range. In addition, the chart provides valuable information on the availability of apartments in nearby Maple Bluff, Marshall, Mazomanie, McFarland, Middleton, Prairie du Sac, Stoughton, Monona, Sun Prairie, Mount Horeb, Columbus, Lake Mills, Cottage Grove, Cross Plains, New Glarus, De Forest, Deerfield, Black Earth, Verona, Lodi, Blue Mounds, Sauk City, Waterloo, Oregon, Waunakee, Arena, Fitchburg, Monticello, Poynette, and Cambridge. Whether you're looking to live right in Madison or explore the neighboring communities, there are plenty of budget-friendly rental options to choose from in the area.

Apartments Under $1,200 Now vs. Last Month: Madison and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $1,200 in July M/M % Change
Madison, WI 262 +1.01%
Sun Prairie, WI 24 +1.05%
Fitchburg, WI 17 +1.02%
Middleton, WI 8 +1.04%
Verona, WI 6 +1.1%
Stoughton, WI 5 +1.03%
Waunakee, WI 4 +0.96%
De Forest, WI 4 +0.95%
Monona, WI 3 +1.09%
Cottage Grove, WI 3 +1.24%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,200 in Madison?

Available apartments under $1,200 8,324
Top amenities Air Conditioning, On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave
Deals 28
Pet friendly 354
Utilities included 251
Furnished 172
Studio 202
1 Bedroom 208
2 Bedroom 158

Where are Madison Apartments Under $1,200?

Top Neighborhoods Capitol, Uw madison campus, Old market place, Madison west, Greenbush
Capitol 67
UW Madison Campus 43
Old Market Place 9
Madison West 6
Greenbush 5
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