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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near East Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $600 (21 Rentals)
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Nature Valley Apartments
1101 MacArthur RdMadison, WI 53714
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The Point on Washington
3917 Lien RdMadison, WI 53704
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Madison Mayfair Apartments
1010 N Mayfair AveMadison, WI 53714
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Eagle Harbor Apartments
1356-1360 MacArthur RdMadison, WI 53714
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Ridgeview Heights Apartments
3154-3166 Ridgeway AveMadison, WI 53704
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Carbon at Union Corners
2418 Winnebago StMadison, WI 53704
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Garver Point
171 S Fair OaksMadison, WI 53704
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Irwin
838 Williamson StMadison, WI 53703
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from $1,395Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Starkweather Place
215 N Fair Oaks AveMadison, WI 53714
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Near East Side, Madison, WI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Near East Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Near East Side Studio Apartments | $1,470 | $950 | $1,945 |
| Near East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,861 | $1,000 | $2,525 |
| Near East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,396 | $1,050 | $3,695 |
| Near East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,494 | $1,300 | $3,725 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Near East Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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Cheapest Available Near East Side Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near East Side area of Madison, WI is a Studio unit found at Nature Valley Apartments priced from $995. Madison Mayfair Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Near East Side apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nature Valley Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Madison Mayfair Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Eagle Harbor Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,064 |
| Enso Apartments | STUDIOS | Studio,1BA | $1,068 |
| Carbon at Union Corners | 2x1 Income Restricted | 2BR,2BA | $1,287 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near East Side, WI
As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Near East Side area is the $1.41 price per square foot 3x2 Income restricted Model at Carbon at Union Corners in the in the Near East Side neighborhood starting from $1,811. The second greatest value Near East Side apartment is the 3134 Hermina St Model at 3134 Hermina St, Unit Garden unit #2 house yard starting at $2,150 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Near East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Near East Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Carbon at Union Corners | 3x2 Income restricted | 3BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| 3134 Hermina St, Unit Garden unit #2 house yard | 3134 Hermina St | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Eagle Harbor Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Ridge Creek Apartments | 2x1028 | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 174 Dixon St, Unit 174 Dixon St Unit 2 | 174 Dixon St | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| McKenzie Place Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 3003 Worthington Ave, Unit 3003 Worthington Ave | 3003 Worthington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Rise Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Madison Mayfair Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Valued Stay Aloha | Studios | Studio ,1BA | $2.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Near East Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Near East Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Near East Side is under $1,485.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Near East Side?
The cheapest apartment in Near East Side is Madison Mayfair Apartments which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in Near East Side costs $2,510.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Near East Side?
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 8 regular apartments in Near East Side 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 Near East Side?
Cheap apartments in Near East Side have an average cost of $143 which is $2,367 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Near East Side.
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