Careers
Favorites
Advertise With Us
Log In
Create Search Alert
Get alerts when new listings become available in the Madison area that match this search.
Email address:

Subscribed
Error! Please try again later.
Contact Property
Your Name

Email Address

Phone Number
Desired Move In Date
Desired Number of Bedrooms
Request a Tour Date

Ask a Question

Error! Please try again later.

Apartments Under $1,200 in Madison, WI

61 - 90 of 254 Results
3
$1,140
106 S Hancock St
3.0
Madison, WI
Studio | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
Heat Included
Cat Friendly
Virtual Tour
Short-term
Storage
1
$1,095
736 E. Johnson St.
Madison, WI
Studio | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
Heat Included
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Virtual Tour
Balcony/Deck/Patio
36
3D Tour
$1,095
LaCiel
4.1
515 University Ave Madison, WI
3 BR | Aug. 16, 2026
Contact
Furnished
Student
Virtual Tour
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
44
$1,195
Hercules Trail
1.0
5816 Halley Way Madison, WI
Studio | Available Now
Contact
Virtual Tour
Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Surface Parking
24
$1,192 - 1,745
Luna Residences
Deal
2517 Pheasant Ridge Trl Madison, WI
1 BR | Available Now
Contact
Luxury
Air Conditioning
In Unit Laundry
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Fitness Center
6
$700 - 1,195
PER
ROOM
Laurel Commons
204-208 W. Gorham St., 402 N. Henry St. Madison, WI
Studio - 5 BR | Aug. 17, 2027
Contact
Student
In Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
Capitol
31
3D Tour
$1,065
PER
ROOM
Varsity Campus Apartments
Deal
1.0
405 N Lake St Madison, WI
4 BR | Available Now
Contact
Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Virtual Tour
6
$782 - 825
45 N Orchard St
Madison, WI
Studio | Available Now
Contact
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
UW Madison Campus
12
$1,111 - 1,185
Heather Downs Apartments
1815 Brittany Pl #1 Madison, WI
Studio | Available Now
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
Prairie Hills
17
$1,155
Move In Special!!!! $600 Off Your Move-in Cost! Call The Office For More Details
401 N Thompson Dr #2 Madison, WI
1 BR | Jul. 23, 2026
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
12
$1,200
1001 Gilbert Rd
Madison, WI
1 BR | Available Now
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Orchard Ridge
13
$1,200
1009 Gilbert Rd
Madison, WI
1 BR | Available Now
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Orchard Ridge
5
$1,000
229 W Lakelawn Pl
Madison, WI
6 BR | Jan. 11, 2027
Contact
Storage
UW Madison Campus
21
$1,135
Summit Hill
1202 Mckenna Blvd Madison, WI
Studio | Jun. 1, 2026
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
Madison West
17
$1,200
Park Village Apartments
2305 S Park St Madison, WI
1 BR | Jun. 26, 2026
Contact
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
77
$1,045 - 1,200
Heather Ridge
4701 Hayes Rd Madison, WI
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
Contact
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Surface Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
28
3D Tour
$1,195 - 1,270
McKenna Woods
4.0
1042 McKenna Blvd Madison, WI
1 BR | Available Now
Contact
Virtual Tour
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
83
3D Tour
$1,200
Orchard Court
10 N Orchard St Madison, WI
Studio | Available Now
Contact
Furnished
Student
Virtual Tour
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
52
3D Tour
$640 - 850
PER
ROOM
The Regent
3.8
1402 Regent St Madison, WI
2 - 3 BR | May. 22, 2026
Contact
Heat Included
Furnished
Student
Virtual Tour
Air Conditioning
23
$1,050
Country Meadows Apartments
6840 Schroeder Rd Madison, WI
Studio | May. 18, 2026
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Fitness Center
Storage
Pool
18
$1,200
3818 Orin Rd
Madison, WI
1 BR | Available Now
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
22
$1,045 - 1,200
Cedar Ridge
2402 Columbus Ln Madison, WI
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
Contact
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Surface Parking
Storage
Dishwasher
83
$1,045 - 1,320
Cherry Tree Crossing
4.5
4725 Hayes Road Madison, WI
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
Contact
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Surface Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
27
3D Tour
$1,175
Cambridge Place
621 N Sherman Ave Madison, WI
1 BR | Available Now
Contact
Heat Included
Virtual Tour
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Sherman
26
$1,115 - 1,485
Valley View Apartments
Deal
2925 Fish Hatchery Rd Unit 102 Madison, WI
Studio | Available Now
Contact
Heat Included
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
5
$1,150
Arborville Homes
2609-2619 Mcdivitt Rd Madison, WI
1 BR | Available Now
Contact
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Storage
Leopold
33
3D Tour
$675 - 1,145
PER
ROOM
Collegiate Campus Apartments
2.0
515 Lake St. Madison, WI
3 BR | Aug. 14, 2026
Contact
Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Virtual Tour
19
$989 - 1,100
Tennyson Ridge
5.0
3834 Whitman Ln Madison, WI
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Income Restricted
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
18
$1,075 - 1,200
PER
ROOM
Statesider
505 N Frances St Madison, WI
2 BR | Aug. 20, 2026
Contact
Furnished
Student
Air Conditioning
Fitness Center
UW Madison Campus
8
$1,119 - 1,199
The Badger Den Apartments on Gilman
115 E Gilman St Madison, WI
Studio | Available Now
Contact
Heat Included
Cat Friendly
Capitol
61 - 90 of 254 Results
  1. Home
  2. Madison
  3. Apartments Under $1,200
Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 254 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 1,486 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 2,703 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 2,947 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 $41,000.

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

  1. Capitol
  2. UW Madison Campus
  3. Greater Sandburg
  4. Old Market Place
  5. North Star

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

Welcome to the May 2026 Madison Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the May 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 $1,530, with the majority falling between $950 and $2,300. Out of the 7,980 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Madison, 2,007 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
Monona, WI
Cottage Grove, WI
De Forest, WI
271
25
16
8
7
5
4
4
3
In May 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 345 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 May M/M % Change
Madison, WI 271 +1.0%
Sun Prairie, WI 25 +0.87%
Fitchburg, WI 17 +0.99%
Middleton, WI 8 +0.96%
Verona, WI 7 +0.95%
Stoughton, WI 5 +1.0%
Monona, WI 4 +0.96%
Cottage Grove, WI 4 +0.91%
De Forest, WI 4 +1.08%
Waunakee, WI 4 +0.76%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,200 in Madison?

Available apartments under $1,200 8,202
Top amenities Air Conditioning, On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave
Deals 41
Pet friendly 413
Utilities included 276
Furnished 156
Studio 248
1 Bedroom 212
2 Bedroom 184

Where are Madison Apartments Under $1,200?

Top Neighborhoods Capitol, Uw madison campus, Greater sandburg, Old market place, North star
Capitol 69
UW Madison Campus 38
Greater Sandburg 9
Old Market Place 8
North Star 6
Browse Madison Apartments
Madison Apartments by Neighborhood
Madison Apartments by Bedrooms
Madison Apartments by Affordability
Madison Apartments with Amenities
Madison Apartments by Type
Colleges Near Madison
Madison Apartments by Zip Code