Cheap Homes for Rent in Near East Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $1,500 (2 Rentals)

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Near East Side, Madison, WI Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Carbon at Union Corners3x2 Income restricted3BR,2BA$1.41
3134 Hermina St, Unit Garden unit #2 house yard3134 Hermina St2BR,1BA$1.87
Eagle Harbor Apartments3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.26
Ridge Creek Apartments2x10282BR,1BA$1.41
174 Dixon St, Unit 174 Dixon St Unit 2174 Dixon St1BR,1BA$1.81
McKenzie Place Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.20
3003 Worthington Ave, Unit 3003 Worthington Ave3003 Worthington Ave2BR,1BA$2.15
Rise Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.01
Madison Mayfair Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.54
Valued Stay AlohaStudiosStudio ,1BA$2.10

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Frequently Asked Questions about Near East Side

What type of rentals are currently available in Near East Side?

There are currently 77 Apartments for Rent in Near East Side, WI with pricing that ranges from $950 to $3,725. There are also 5 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Near East Side ranging from $1,595 to $2,695.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Near East Side?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Near East Side ranges from $1,595 to $2,695 with an average monthly rent of $1,995.

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