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University Park Commons
649 Sand Pearl LnMadison, WI 53711
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Nakoma Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $500 (81 Rentals)
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Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments
667 S Whitney WayMadison, WI 53711
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New Fountains
5401 Willamsburg WayMadison, WI 53719
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Allen House Apartments
2130 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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Chapel Hill Apartments
5002 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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Avalon Madison Village
4647 Atticus WayMadison, WI 53711
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409 Eugenia Ave, Unit 409East
409 Eugenia AveMadison, WI 53705
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The Heights
2206 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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River Bend Apartments at the Arboretum
101 River Bend RdMadison, WI 53713
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University Bay
2124 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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College Station
1013 Milton StMadison, WI 53715
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1728 Regent St
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PARK TOWER
4801 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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Whitney Point
5414 Mineral Point RdMadison, WI 53705
1009 Gilbert Rd
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5022 Sheboygan - Postweiler
5022 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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925 S Whitney WayMadison, WI 53711
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Heritage Circle Apartments
30 Heritage CirMadison, WI 53711
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Nakoma, Madison, WI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nakoma?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nakoma Studio Apartments | $1,329 | $990 | $2,310 |
| Nakoma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,569 | $646 | $4,065 |
| Nakoma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,870 | $770 | $5,140 |
| Nakoma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,476 | $847 | $3,825 |
| Nakoma 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,795 | $2,900 | $4,695 |
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Cheapest Available Nakoma Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Nakoma area of Madison, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at University Park Commons priced from $646. Avalon Madison Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,005. Here are the most affordable Nakoma apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Park Commons | L | 1BR,1BA | $646 |
| Avalon Madison Village | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| Maple Lawn Apartments | 1 Bedroom WD 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Bristol Arms | Oxford | 1BR,1BA | $1,105 |
| New Fountains | The Buckingham | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| ReNew High Ridge | Isthmus | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| 1810 Greenway Cross, Fitchburg, WI, 53713 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Belmar Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| ReNew at the Greens | Niklaus | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nakoma, WI
As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Nakoma area is the $1.39 price per square foot 2917 Todd Dr Model at 2917 Todd Dr, Unit # 2 in the in the Dudgeon-Monroe neighborhood starting from $1,565. The second greatest value Nakoma apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Haven Park starting at $1,299 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Outer Verona neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nakoma apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 2917 Todd Dr, Unit # 2 | 2917 Todd Dr | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.39 |
| Haven Park | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Whispering Pines | Panderosa | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 501 N. Whitney Way Madison, WI | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Preserve West | The Fir Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Lamplighter Apartments | Newton | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Avalon Madison Village | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 1810 Greenway Cross, Fitchburg, WI, 53713 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 1814 Greenway Cross | 1814 Greenway Cross | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| ReNew at the Greens | Niklaus | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Ranked #39
Among neighborhoods in Madison, WI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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Best Local Schools in Nakoma, Madison, WI
Cherokee Heights Middle
Madison Metropolitan School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (553)
3 out of 10
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Best Local Schools in Nakoma, Madison, WI
Cherokee Heights Middle
Madison Metropolitan School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (553)
3 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Wisconsin and customized analysis for Southwest Central Madison. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Nakoma Neighborhood in Madison, WI
Walk Score®
38 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
34 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nakoma Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Nakoma?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Nakoma is under $1,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Nakoma?
The cheapest apartment in Nakoma is University Park Commons which is listed at $646, while the average apartment in Nakoma costs $8,220.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Nakoma?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 498 regular apartments in Nakoma that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Nakoma?
Cheap apartments in Nakoma have an average cost of $265 which is $7,955 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Nakoma.
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