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University Park Commons
649 Sand Pearl LnMadison, WI 53711
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1706 Norman WayMadison, WI 53705
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5002 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
3311 Harvey St
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633 Langdon StMadison, WI 53703
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1019-2500 Fiedler LnMadison, WI 53713
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8Twenty Park
820 S Park StMadison, WI 53715
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2130 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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616 S Mills StMadison, WI 53715
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5022 Sheboygan AveMadison, 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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4801 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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4612 Hammersley RdMadison, WI 53711
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Sunset Hills, Madison, WI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sunset Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Hills Studio Apartments | $1,439 | $950 | $2,274 |
| Sunset Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,676 | $646 | $3,394 |
| Sunset Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,964 | $770 | $3,905 |
| Sunset Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,183 | $884 | $3,975 |
| Sunset Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,680 | $750 | $4,900 |
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There are currently 73 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sunset Hills Neighborhood of Madison, WI.
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Cheapest Available Sunset Hills Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunset Hills area of Madison, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at University Park Commons priced from $646. Pres House Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Sunset Hills apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Park Commons | M | 1BR,1BA | $646 |
| Pres House Apartments | Bedroom A,B,C,D (Individual) | 4BR,2BA | $750 |
| Liberty Valley | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| 8Twenty Park | 1 Bed- Income Restriction 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,086 |
| Nakoma Commons | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,105 |
| The Monticello | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 5022 Sheboygan - Postweiler | 5022 - 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1,255 |
| Lamplighter Apartments | Newton | 1BR,1BA | $1,270 |
| Town's Edge Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,290 |
| PARK TOWER | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Hills, WI
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sunset Hills area is the $1.66 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, Market Rate Model at 8Twenty Park in the in the Downtown Madison neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Sunset Hills apartment is the Bedroom A,B,C,D (Individual) Model at Pres House Apartments starting at $750 with a $0.64 price per square foot in the Downtown Madison neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunset Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8Twenty Park | 2 Bedroom, Market Rate | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Pres House Apartments | Bedroom A,B,C,D (Individual) | 4BR,2BA | $0.64 |
| Oak Ridge at University Park Senior Apartments | G | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Royal Arms Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Town's Edge Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| University Park Commons | L2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Lamplighter Apartments | Newton | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Midvale Heights Apartments | 2/b1/b 1st Floor Green View | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| 5022 Sheboygan - Postweiler | 5022 - 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| PARK TOWER | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Sunset Hills, Madison, and the greater Madison area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Sunset Hills Neighborhood in Madison, WI
Walk Score®
50 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
70 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sunset Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sunset Hills is under $1,295.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sunset Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Sunset Hills is University Park Commons which is listed at $646, while the average apartment in Sunset Hills costs $2,299.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sunset Hills?
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 78 regular apartments in Sunset Hills 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 Sunset Hills?
Cheap apartments in Sunset Hills have an average cost of $693 which is $1,606 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sunset Hills.
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