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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 (74 Rentals)
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1026 W Badger Rd, Unit # 4
1026 W Badger RdMadison, WI 53713
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New Fountains
5401 Willamsburg WayMadison, WI 53719
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Liberty Valley
1001-1009 Gilbert RdMadison, WI 53711
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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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The Heights
2206 University AveMadison, WI 53726
409 N Midvale Blvd
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River Bend Apartments at the Arboretum
101 River Bend RdMadison, WI 53713
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Allen House Apartments
2130 University AveMadison, WI 53726
1009 Gilbert Rd
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University Bay
2124 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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2809 Curry PkwyMadison, WI 53713
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4801 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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5015 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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5414 Mineral Point RdMadison, WI 53705
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925 S Whitney WayMadison, WI 53711
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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 | $1,359 | $990 | $3,285 |
| Nakoma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,614 | $646 | $3,975 |
| Nakoma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,909 | $770 | $5,140 |
| Nakoma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,308 | $847 | $5,335 |
| Nakoma 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,715 | $2,430 | $3,000 |
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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. Liberty Valley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. 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 |
| Liberty Valley | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Avalon Madison Village | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,005 |
| The Heights | 1 BED 1 BED | 1BR,1BA | $1,039 |
| Maple Lawn Apartments | 1 Bedroom WD 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| ReNew at the Greens | Niklaus | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| 1810 Greenway Cross, Fitchburg, WI, 53713 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Allen House Apartments | 0x1-361 | Studio,1BA | $1,149 |
| ReNew High Ridge | Isthmus | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Greenspire Greenway Gardens LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nakoma, WI
As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Nakoma area is the $1.61 price per square foot 3 BED 2 BA Model at The Heights in the in the Downtown Madison neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Nakoma apartment is the 2 BEDROOM LARGE MARKET Model at Brookstone Townhomes starting at $1,750 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Dudgeon-Monroe 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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| The Heights | 3 BED 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Brookstone Townhomes | 2 BEDROOM LARGE MARKET | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
| Whispering Pines | Panderosa | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Preserve West | The Cedar Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Garden Point Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| THE HIGHLINE SENIOR APARTMENTS | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Lamplighter Apartments | Newton | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Avalon Madison Village | 1 Bedroom 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| ReNew at the Greens | Niklaus | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 1810 Greenway Cross, Fitchburg, WI, 53713 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Best Local Schools in Nakoma, Madison, WI
Cherokee Heights Middle
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Public School - Grades 6-8 (553)
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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?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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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 $1,175.
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 $2,715.
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 27 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 $330 which is $2,385 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Nakoma.
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