Studio Apartments for Rent in Madison, WI (371 Rentals)

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Madison Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 07, 2025

There are currently 2181 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Madison, WI that range in price from $800 to $4,670. West Madison, East Madison and Sherman Terrace are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Madison with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
West Madison111$1,499$835
East Madison71$1,500$835
Sherman Terrace42$1,599$835
Emerson East39$1,607$895
Hill Farms University38$1,365$899
Bay Creek35$1,550$835
Outer Verona35$1,405$899
Sunset Hills34$1,419$950
Downtown Madison33$1,579$835
Lakeview Dane33$1,524$995

Largest Available Madison Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Madison, WI is found at Meadow Ridge Middleton in the Greenway Station neighborhood and is 1,140 square feet . Galaxie High Rise Apartments in the The Isthmus neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 820 square feet and currently listed start at $1,750. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Madison:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Meadow Ridge MiddletonD61,140 Sq FtCall for Rates
Galaxie High Rise ApartmentsLuxurie Flat820 Sq Ft$1,750
PELOTON RESIDENCES, LLC - Phase 1PLT - S726 Sq Ft$1,799
Cannery Square ApartmentsStudio707 Sq Ft$1,300
The Crest Luxury ApartmentsCalla Lilly (A3)699 Sq Ft$1,519
WeybridgeSpirea670 Sq Ft$1,125
Springs at Pleasant ViewStudio Grand Overlook663 Sq Ft$1,409
The Adria 179 W. Wilson St.Style S-4657 Sq Ft$1,955
Brownridge TerraceStudio 1 Bath606 Sq Ft$1,370

Cheapest Available Madison Studio Apartments

As of May 07, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Madison, WI is the Studio--111 S Bassett Model starting from $850 at Hellenbrand Apartments in the The Isthmus neighborhood. The second most affordable Madison Studio is the The Henry Model at Vivo Living Madison starting at $899 in the West Side neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Madison is currently $1,469. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Madison:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Hellenbrand ApartmentsStudio--111 S Bassett$850
Vivo Living MadisonThe Henry$899
Seven Oaks Apartmentsstudio$950
Pirate Island ApartmentsStudio$975
Nature Valley ApartmentsStudio$995
The BaehronStudio Unfurnished$995
Liberty ValleyStudio$995
Capital Park ApartmentsEfficiency$999
Summit Hill0x1std$1,015
Courtyard Apartments, LLC.0BR/1.0BA$1,040

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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
Pet Friendly

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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 Studio Madison Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Madison with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Madison is at Hellenbrand Apartments listed at $850.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Madison Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Madison is $1,469.

What is the largest available Studio Madison Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Madison is a 1,140 square feet unit at Meadow Ridge Middleton.

What is the average size for Madison Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Madison is currently 495 sq ft.

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