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Apartments under $1,900 for Rent in Madison, WI

6,847 Rentals
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  3. 2 Months Free
    2 Months Free
    STUDIO
    $1,400+
    1 BED
    $1,550+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,400 - $1,775
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,400 - $1,775

    Live McKee

    6708 Mader Dr, Madison, WI 53719
    (608) 220-4587
  5. 2 Months Free
    2 Months Free
    1 BED
    $1,400+
    2 BEDS
    $1,875+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,400 - $1,875
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,400 - $1,875

    The Residences at Jamestown Quarry

    2987 Fitchrona Rd, Fitchburg, WI 53719
    (608) 273-9390
  18. Rent Special
    Rent Special
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    STUDIO
    $1,795+
    1 BED
    $1,795+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,795 - $2,295
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,795 - $2,295

    Virtue

    531 West Washington Avenue, Madison, WI 53703
    (608) 292-2518
  22. |
    STUDIO
    $1,559
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,559 - $1,749
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,559 - $1,749

    Galaxie High Rise Apartments

    822 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53703
    (608) 688-6924
  23. $231 Off
    Price Drop. $231 Off
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    STUDIO
    $1,450+
    1 BED
    $1,370+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,345 - $3,260
    Required Monthly Fees$25
    Total Monthly Price$1,370 - $3,285

    Nexus at Union Corners

    2521 East Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53704
    (608) 688-6386
  26. 1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    STUDIO
    $1,585
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,585 - $1,995
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,585 - $1,995

    The Penny

    320 S Brearly St, Madison, WI 53703
    (608) 471-7264
  34. 1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
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    1 BED
    $1,395+
    2 BEDS
    $1,840+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,395 - $2,095
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,395 - $2,095

    The Edge at Terravessa

    4888 Brassica Rd, Fitchburg, WI 53711
    (608) 729-8967
  37. Good Value
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    1 BED
    $1,450+
    2 BEDS
    $1,900+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,450 - $1,995
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,450 - $1,995

    Central Park Place

    5115-5117 Central Park Pl, Fitchburg, WI 53711
    (608) 960-8748
  39. Rent Special
    Rent Special
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    1 BED
    $1,405+
    2 BEDS
    $1,775+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,405 - $1,875
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,405 - $1,875

    Sauk Creek Apartments

    12 Sayner Ct, Madison, WI 53717
    (608) 602-4265
  40. $200 Off
    Price Drop. $200 Off
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    2 BEDS
    $1,495
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,495 - $2,200
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,495 - $2,200

    High Point Commons Apartments

    477 S High Point Rd, Madison, WI 53719
    (608) 405-6731
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Living & Renting in Madison

Madison at a Glance

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Madison, WI Apartments for Rent

Madison, Wisconsin's capital city, spreads across an isthmus between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona, creating a downtown location with water views in multiple directions. Home to the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the distinctive State Capitol building, this college town draws students, government workers, and professionals seeking amenities alongside outdoor recreation. Those searching for apartments for rent in Madison will find options from high-rises near the capitol to cozy units in neighborhoods like Near East Side and Willy Street, with average rents of $1,478 for one-bedroom apartments.

Renting in Madison offers excellent value with its strong job market anchored by major employers like Epic Systems, American Family Insurance, and the university system. Popular neighborhoods like Capitol East and Monroe Street provide easy access to State Street's shops and restaurants, while areas near the Beltline Highway offer convenient commuting options throughout the metro area. The city's extensive bike paths connect apartment communities to Lake Mendota's beaches, Olbrich Botanical Gardens, and Henry Vilas Zoo, making outdoor activities easily accessible year-round. With reliable public transit and proximity to Interstates 90 and 94, Madison renters enjoy both local attractions and quick access to Milwaukee just 80 miles away.

Why Madison?

  • Diverse shops, unique boutiques, and fine arts studios line Monroe Street, a major shopping destination.
  • The best bicycling in the country includes the Capital City Trail and the Wisconsin Road Cycling Course.
  • Madison is home to five glacial lakes, perfect for afternoons boating, canoeing, and kayaking.
  • The Broadway musicals, ballets, and live performances available at the Overture Center.
  • Spending the afternoon at Henry Vilas Zoo, one of only a few admission-free, free parking AZA accredited zoos.
  • The Dane County Farmers’ Market is open year-round – outdoors during warm months and indoors during the winter.

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Randall Elementary

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