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Pheasant Ridge
2617 Pheasant Ridge TrlMadison, WI 53713
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Central Side Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $800 (33 Rentals)
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Oakridge Apartments
2317 Cypress WayMadison, WI 53713
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201 Deer Valley Rd, Unit 2
201 Deer Valley RdMadison, WI 53713
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The Rockwell Apartments
700 W Badger RdMadison, WI 53713
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Park House Apartments
1831 S Park StMadison, WI 53713
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Coachlight Village
2609-2613 Pheasant Ridge TrlMadison, WI 53713
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Town's Edge Apartments
1019-2500 Fiedler LnMadison, WI 53713
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Capitol View Apartments
124 Capitol View TerMadison, WI 53713
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Maple Glen Apartment Homes
212 Deer Valley RdMadison, WI 53713
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Sycamore Woods
2517 Pheasant Ridge TrlMadison, WI 53717
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Southview Apartments
1114-1120 Ann StMadison, WI 53713
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2500 Rimrock Lofts
2500 Rimrock RdMadison, WI 53713
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Catalpa Crossing Apartments
2217 Fish Hatchery RdMadison, WI 53713
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Hatchery Haven
2026-2030 Fish Hatchery RdMadison, WI 53713
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ReNew at the Greens
2301 Traceway DrFitchburg, WI 53713
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ReNew High Ridge
2302 High Ridge TrlFitchburg, WI 53713
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Bela Springs
2876 Index RdFitchburg, WI 53713
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THE HIGHLINE SENIOR APARTMENTS
2001 Traceway DrFitchburg, WI 53713
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The Vue at Pinnacle Park
1300 Post RdFitchburg, WI 53713
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The Edge at Terravessa
4888 Brassica RdFitchburg, WI 53711
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South Central Side, Madison, WI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Central Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Side Studio Apartments | $1,516 | $900 | $1,965 |
| South Central Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,449 | $890 | $2,520 |
| South Central Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,726 | $1,075 | $3,200 |
| South Central Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,130 | $1,450 | $3,440 |
| South Central Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available South Central Side Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central Side area of Madison, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Pheasant Ridge priced from $1,000. ReNew at the Greens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable South Central Side apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pheasant Ridge | A1W/D | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| ReNew at the Greens | Niklaus | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| ReNew High Ridge | Isthmus | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Maple Glen Apartment Homes | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Park Village | r-1b | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Sycamore Woods | The Fig | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| THE HIGHLINE SENIOR APARTMENTS | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| The Vue at Pinnacle Park | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,310 |
| Hatchery Haven | 2 BD 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central Side, WI
As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Central Side area is the $1.47 price per square foot Two Bedroom, One Bath Model at Park Cedar Apartments in the in the Downtown Madison neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value South Central Side apartment is the 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Model at Capitol View Apartments starting at $1,475 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the South Central Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Park Cedar Apartments | Two Bedroom, One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Capitol View Apartments | 3 Bed 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.48 |
| ReNew High Ridge | Waubesa | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| THE HIGHLINE SENIOR APARTMENTS | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 201 Deer Valley Rd, Unit 2 | 201 Deer Valley Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| ReNew at the Greens | Niklaus | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Novation Senior | 1x1P | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Maple Glen Apartment Homes | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Pheasant Ridge | A1W/D | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Park Village | r-1b | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Central Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Central Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Central Side is under $1,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Central Side?
The cheapest apartment in South Central Side is Pheasant Ridge which is listed at $1,000, while the average apartment in South Central Side costs $2,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Central 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 13 regular apartments in South Central 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 South Central Side?
Cheap apartments in South Central Side have an average cost of $162 which is $2,538 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Central Side.
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