Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Village Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $500 (59 Rentals)

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45 N Orchard St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

45 N Orchard St

45 N Orchard StMadison, WI 53715
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Randall Park Rentals
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Randall Park Rentals

1308 Spring StMadison, WI 53715
Student Housing
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Otto's House
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Otto's House

2554 Kendall AveMadison, WI 53705
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The Monticello
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Monticello

5015 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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2102
1 Bedroom Apartments

2102

2102 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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Hedvin House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hedvin House

2217 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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Wingra Shores
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Wingra Shores

2628 Arbor DrMadison, WI 53711
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Highland Terrace
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Terrace

5329 Old Middleton RdMadison, WI 53705
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Franklin Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Franklin Terrace

521 N Franklin AveMadison, WI 53705
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Hilldale Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hilldale Towers

4817 Sheboygan AveMadison, WI 53705
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Whitcomb Corner
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Whitcomb Corner

4930 Whitcomb DrMadison, WI 53711
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Vantage Point
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Vantage Point

1323 W Dayton StMadison, WI 53715
Student Housing
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Birge House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Birge House

1932 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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Kingston Place
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Kingston Place

2553-2581 University AveMadison, WI 53705
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2737 Lynn Ter
2 Bedroom Apartments

2737 Lynn Ter

2737 Lynn TerMadison, WI 53705
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Russell Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Russell Terrace

2223 University AveMadison, WI 53726
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Hamelin House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hamelin House

302 Walnut StMadison, WI 53726

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Sunset Village, Madison, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sunset Village Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunset Village area of Madison, WI is a Studio unit found at Spring Harbor Apartments priced from $875. 1301 Spring St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $905. Here are the most affordable Sunset Village apartments for rent in Madison, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Spring Harbor ApartmentsstudioStudio,1BA$875
1301 Spring StStudios Available 8/15/23Studio,1BA$905
University BayStudioStudio,1BA$1,079
The Heights1 BED 1 BA – Income Restricted – 50%1BR,1BA$1,092
Chapel Hill ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Allen House Apartments0x1-390Studio,1BA$1,149
Liberty Valley1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,150
Casa BlancaStudio AStudio,1BA$1,159
University Park CommonsAFFORDABLE 1 BD1BR,1BA$1,200
Heritage Circle Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,249

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Village, WI

As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunset Village area is the $1.43 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Wingra West in the in the Downtown Madison neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Sunset Village apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+) starting at $1,350 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Dudgeon-Monroe neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunset Village apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Wingra West2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.43
Whitcomb Square Senior Apartment Homes (55+)2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.90
Whispering Hills Townhouses3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.64
Oak Ridge at University Park Senior ApartmentsA2BR,2BA$1.43
426 Rushmore Ln, Unit 2426 Rushmore Ln2BR,1BA$1.45
Shorewood Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.55
Woodland Reserve Apartments2 Bed, 1 Bath Immediate Move-In2BR,1BA$1.64
Tailor PlaceL Floor Plan (60LMI Income Restricted)2BR,2BA$1.52
Preserve WestThe Cedar1BR,1BA$1.64
Heritage Circle Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.56

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Sunset Village, Madison, WI

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Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Sunset Village, 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 our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, apartment communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Village Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Sunset Village?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sunset Village is under $1,249.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sunset Village?

The cheapest apartment in Sunset Village is The Heights which is listed at $1,092, while the average apartment in Sunset Village costs $3,349.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sunset Village?

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 24 regular apartments in Sunset Village 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 Village?

Cheap apartments in Sunset Village have an average cost of $797 which is $2,552 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sunset Village.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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