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  1. Interior Photo - Sauk Creek
    Rent Special
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    1 BED
    $1,425
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,425 - $1,475
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,425 - $1,475

    Sauk Creek

    12 Sayner Ct, Madison, WI 53717
    (608) 602-4265
  3. Building Photo - 1317 S Thompson Dr
    3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $1,995
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,995
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,995

    1317 S Thompson Dr

    1317 S Thompson Dr, Madison, WI 53716
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  4. fascade - 5620 Eternity Dr
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,995
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,995
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,995

    5620 Eternity Dr

    5620 Eternity Dr, Madison, WI 53718
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  5. 3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $2,100
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,100
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,100

    6616 Berkshire Rd

    6616 Berkshire Rd, Madison, WI 53711
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  6. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,500

    2337 E Johnson St Unit 1

    2337 E Johnson St, Madison, WI 53704
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  7. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,995
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,995
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,995

    1607 Reetz Rd

    1607 Reetz Rd, Madison, WI 53711
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    Discounts
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,600
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,600
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,600

    3794 Timber Ln Unit 3794 Timber Ln

    3794 Timber Ln, Verona, WI 53593
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  10. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,600
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,600
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,600

    211 S Jefferson St

    211 S Jefferson St, Verona, WI 53593
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  11. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,295
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,295
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,295

    4004 Bruns Ave Unit 1

    4004 Bruns Ave, Madison, WI 53714
  12. 3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $2,395
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,395 - $2,450
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,395 - $2,450

    5308 Manitowoc Pky

    5308 Manitowoc Pky, Madison, WI 53705
  13. Rent Special
    Rent Special
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,025
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,025
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,025

    1615 Reetz Rd Unit 1703

    1615 Reetz Rd, Madison, WI 53711
  14. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,895
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,895
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,895

    6938 Chester Dr

    6938 Chester Dr, Madison, WI 53719
  15. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,300
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,300
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,300

    5506 Williamsburg Way Unit 1

    5506 Williamsburg Way, Fitchburg, WI 53719
  16. 3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $2,595
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,595
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,595

    3207 Patty Ln

    3207 Patty Ln, Middleton, WI 53562
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Madison at a Glance

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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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Education

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West High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,222 Students
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Memorial High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,004 Students
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East High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,643 Students
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Shabazz-City High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
106 Students
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Lafollette High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,541 Students
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Hamilton Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
725 Students
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Hamilton Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
725 Students
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O'Keeffe Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
452 Students
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O'keeffe Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
452 Students
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James Wright Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
245 Students
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Van Hise Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
396 Students
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Randall Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
320 Students
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Marquette Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
169 Students
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Marquette Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
149 Students

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Madison, WI

What are the average rent costs in Madison, WI?

The average rent in Madison, WI is $1,509.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Madison, WI?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Madison, WI is $1,259.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Madison, WI?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Madison, WI is $1,509.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Madison, WI?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Madison, WI is $1,858.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Madison, WI?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Madison, WI is $2,275.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Madison, WI?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Madison, WI is $3,108.

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