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Cheap Apartments in Madison, WI

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$845 - 1,150
522 State St
522 State St Madison, WI
Studio - 1 BR | Aug. 16, 2027
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UW Madison Campus
1
$1,050
LIBERTY VALLEY 1009
1009 Gilbert Rd Madison, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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4
$775
1115 Spring St
1115 Spring St Madison, WI
Studio | Aug. 20, 2027
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UW Madison Campus
31
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$1,270
Henry Gilman
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4.7
501 N Henry St Madison, WI
Studio | Available Now
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$1,140 - 1,300
The Lillian
1959 E Mifflin St Madison, WI
1 BR | Nov. 15, 2026
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Air Conditioning
6
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$1,000 - 1,190
Calimar
16 E Gorham St Madison, WI
1 BR | Oct. 1, 2026
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Capitol
11
$1,099 - 1,225
1308 Spring St
1308 Spring St Madison, WI
Studio - 1 BR | Aug. 20, 2027
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8
$950 - 1,295
112 N Orchard St
112 N Orchard St Madison, WI
Studio - 1 BR | Aug. 20, 2027
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34
$795 - 850
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The Highlander
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3.6
121 W Gilman St Madison, WI
2 BR | Aug. 14, 2027
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$950 - 1,165
427 W Main St
4.0
427 W Main St Madison, WI
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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32
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$1,150
227 Langdon St
Madison, WI
1 BR | Aug. 15, 2027
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UW Madison Campus
40
$900
Humbucker Apartments
1216 Spring St Madison, WI
1 BR | Aug. 20, 2027
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26
$999
1315 Spring St
1315 Spring St Madison, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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38
$1,135
Ella
Deal
2860 E Washington Ave Madison, WI
1 BR | Dec. 1, 2026
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37
$965 - 1,150
Park Terrace West Apartments - Location is Everything!
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45 N Randall Ave Madison, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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10
$1,115
502 E Main St
502 E Main St Madison, WI
Studio | Available Now
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22
$999
1314 Spring St
1314 Spring St Madison, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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6
$995
Harbor Arms
Deal
1309-1329 Temkin Ave Madison, WI
Studio - 1 BR | Oct. 2, 2026
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Balcony/Deck/Patio
7
$895 - 1,055
105 1/2 State St
Madison, WI
1 BR | Aug. 16, 2027
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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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13
$1,260
Hedvin House
2217 University Ave Madison, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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$925 - 975
311 E Johnson St
Madison, WI
Studio | Available Now
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33
$1,135
Tailor Place
5.0
5630 Schroeder RD Madison, WI
1 BR | Dec. 1, 2026
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Income Restricted
14
$1,225 - 1,550
PARK TOWER
5.0
4801 Sheboygan Ave Madison, WI
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Covered Parking
Fitness Center
Storage
Pool
8
$920 - 1,150
102 N Orchard St
102 N Orchard St Madison, WI
Studio - 1 BR | Nov. 16, 2026
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4
$1,214
Merchant Place
Deal
6706 Odana Rd Madison, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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Income Restricted
Air Conditioning
6
$745 - 830
Shelter WI Properties
150 E Gilman St Ste 1500 Madison, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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Income Restricted
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Capitol
29
$838 - 903
Central WI East
150 E Gilman St Madison, WI
2 BR | Available Now
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Capitol
59
$1,025 - 1,235
Seven Oaks Apartments
Deal
1108 Moorland Rd Madison, WI
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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$1,150 - 1,295
Wiedenbeck Warehouse Apartments
5.0
619 W Mifflin St Madison, WI
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
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How many cheap apartments are available in Madison, WI on Rentable.co?

There are 292 cheap apartments in Madison currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

What is the average rent for a cheap apartment in Madison, WI?

The average monthly rent for a cheap apartment in Madison is about $150.

How many studio cheap apartments are available in Madison?

Rentable.co has 156 studio cheap apartments available for rent in Madison.

How many one-bedroom cheap apartments are available in Madison?

Rentable.co has 449 one-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in Madison.

How many two-bedroom cheap apartments are available in Madison?

Rentable.co has 701 two-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in Madison.

Can I afford a cheap apartment in Madison, WI?

To comfortably afford a cheap apartment in Madison based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $6,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most cheap apartments for rent in Madison, WI?

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

Cheap Apartments in Madison, WI: September Rental Information

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

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for cheap apartments in Madison - overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons. This summary also provides insights into the available features and amenities, as well as location options for affordable apartments in Madison. Whether you're a student on a tight budget or simply looking for a cost-effective housing option, our comprehensive report will help you navigate the Madison rental market with ease.
0 22 45 67 90 <$900 $940 $1,020 $1,100 $1,180 $1,260 $1,340 $1,420 $1,500 $1,580 $1,660 $1,740 $1,820 $1,900 $1,980 $2,060 $2,140 $2,220 >$2,300

Available Cheap Apartments: Madison vs. Surrounding Areas

Madison, WI
Fitchburg, WI
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In September 2026, Rentable has found a variety of affordable apartment options in Madison, WI and the surrounding cities. The chart above displays the availability of cheap apartments in the Madison metro area, including 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. With a total inventory of 54 affordable apartments, renters have plenty of options to choose from when looking for budget-friendly housing in this vibrant region. Whether you're a student, young professional, or just looking to save money, Rentable's apartment search can help you find an affordable home in and around Madison.

Cheap Apartments Now vs. Last Month: Madison and Surrounding Areas

City Cheap Apartments in September M/M % Change
Madison, WI 30 +1.04%
Fitchburg, WI 3 +1.18%
Sun Prairie, WI 3 +0.93%
Middleton, WI 2 +1.08%
Verona, WI 1 +1.0%
Cross Plains, WI 1 0.0%
Prairie du Sac, WI 0 0.0%
Cottage Grove, WI 0 0.0%
Monona, WI 0 +1.5%

Looking for Cheap Apartments in Madison?

Available cheap apartments 1,280
Top amenities Air Conditioning, Refrigerator, Microwave, High Speed Internet, Elevator
Pet friendly 13
Utilities included 23
Furnished 5
Studio 31
1 Bedroom 24
2 Bedroom 21

Where are Cheap Madison Apartments?

Top Neighborhoods Capitol, North star, Uw madison campus, Old market place, Madison west
Capitol 8
North Star 4
UW Madison Campus 4
Old Market Place 3
Madison West 3
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