Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI (90 Rentals)

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Rental terms in Madison as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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Irwin
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Irwin

838 Williamson StMadison, WI 53703
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The 85 at Maple Grove
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The 85 at Maple Grove

4002 Manchester RdMadison, WI 53719
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22 Slate
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22 Slate

5711 Slate DrMadison, WI 53718
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Preserve West
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Preserve West

78 Kessel CtMadison, WI 53711
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Springs at Pleasant View
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Springs at Pleasant View

8504 Mansion Hill AveMadison, WI 53719
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Renew Madison
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Renew Madison

6701-6785 Schroeder RdMadison, WI 53711
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Royster Commons Apartment Homes
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Royster Commons Apartment Homes

515 Pinney StMadison, WI 53714
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Rosewood Villas - Senior
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Rosewood Villas - Senior

902 N High Point RdMadison, WI 53717
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Barrington Place
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Barrington Place

5201 Brookside DrMadison, WI 53718
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50Twenty
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50Twenty

5020 Pendleton DrMadison, WI 53718
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Sycamore Woods
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Sycamore Woods

2517 Pheasant Ridge TrlMadison, WI 53717
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The Life at Madison Grove
Short Term Available
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12 Months
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The Life at Madison Grove

4701-4725 Cottage Grove RdMadison, WI 53716
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Lake Point Terrace
Short Term Available
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Lake Point Terrace

1674 Lake Point DrMadison, WI 53713
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Valued Stay Mayflower
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Valued Stay Mayflower

2509 Perry StMadison, WI 53713
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Lumen House
Short Term Available
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12 Months
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Lumen House

142 W Johnson StMadison, WI 53703
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Madison, WI Local Guide

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Madison Overview

It is hard to find a more All-American city than Madison, beautifully situated on an isthmus between Lake Mendota and Lake Monona. Madison is the second largest city in Wisconsin, behind Milwaukee, and is the state capital as well as home of the well-respected University of Wisconsin-Madison. Madison is clean and well-laid out with a low unemployment rate and low crime rate that makes it a great place to live and work for both families and young professionals. From farmers markets to festivals to sports to arts and recreation Madison offers something for everybody to enjoy. More than half a million people live in homes and apartments in Madison and the surrounding metro area.

Why live in Madison, WI?

"In Madison you get the best of two worlds with the city the center of Wisconsin state politics and also the benefits of living in a ""college town"". Both the state government and the University of Wisconsin-Madison provide good job opportunities to residents. Madison has one of the highest concentrations of college grads in the country making it a ""smart city"" to live in. Madison promotes a healthy lifestyle with year-round recreation activities from ice skating and cross-country skiing in the winter to boating and hiking in the summer. Madison is home to a vibrant music and performing arts scene. No matter what you like to do for fun and adventure, Madison apartments make an excellent place to call home!"

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Madison, WI

Ranked #1

Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Getting Around Madison, WI

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

35 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Madison Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Madison?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Madison is at Valued Stay Madison listed at $800.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Madison Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Madison is $2,019.

What is the largest Short-term Madison Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Madison is a 2,213 square feet unit starting from $1,601 at Paragon Place at Bear Claw Way.

What is the average size for Madison Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in Madison is currently at 598 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.