Apartments for Rent in the The Isthmus Neighborhood of Madison, WI (497 Rentals)

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The Penny
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$1,585 - $3,500
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$1,585 - $3,500

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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Mar 1, 2027

The Penny

320 S Brearly StMadison, WI 53703
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Virtue
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$1,795 - $4,195
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$1,795 - $4,195

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$1,795 - $4,195
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Virtue

531 West Washington AvenueMadison, WI 53703
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Irwin
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$1,420 - $3,380
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$1,420 - $3,380

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$1,420 - $3,380
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Irwin

838 Williamson StMadison, WI 53703
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ONE 09
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$1,725 - $14,130
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$1,725 - $14,130

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ONE 09

109 E Wilson StMadison, WI 53703
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The Edge
$1,575 - $3,720
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$1,575 - $3,720

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$1,575 - $3,720
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The Edge

309 S Blount StMadison, WI 53703
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West Washington Place
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$1,728 - $3,698
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$1,728 - $3,698

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$1,728 - $3,698
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1

West Washington Place

624 W Washington AveMadison, WI 53703
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The Pressman
$1,810 - $4,075
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$1,810 - $4,075

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$1,810 - $4,075
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The Pressman

117 South Hamilton StMadison, WI 53703
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The Constellation
$1,199 - $3,299
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$1,199 - $3,299

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The Constellation

10 N Livingston StMadison, WI 53703
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415 Wisconsin Ave
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$1,450 - $1,525
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$1,450 - $1,525

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$1,450 - $1,525
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1

415 Wisconsin Ave

415 Wisconsin AveMadison, WI 53703
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Factory District
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$1,515 - $3,510
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$1,515 - $3,510

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Factory District

1222 E Washington AveMadison, WI 53703
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640 West
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$1,895 - $2,925
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$1,895 - $2,925

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$1,895 - $2,925
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1

640 West

640 W Wilson StMadison, WI 53703
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The Isthmus, Madison, WI Local Guide

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Wisconsin, including Madison. 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 outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

When renting for a family with younger kids, location matters. This neighborhood is a leading neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, and having the best-rated learning and education resources available.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to parks and green spaces is something that is important for them. This section of town is a highly-rated submarket for having the great outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This residential area has emerged as one of the best-regarded upscale neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, on-site concierge services, gardens, nearby parks, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, sports like tennis and raquetball, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise dogs and cats? this area is amongst the finest submarkets for renters with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about The Isthmus

How much are Studio apartments in The Isthmus?

There are currently 194 Studio Apartments in The Isthmus with rent ranges from $725 to $2,601 with an average price of $1,664.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom The Isthmus Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in The Isthmus ranges from $803 to $5,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,157.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in The Isthmus cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in The Isthmus range from $1,159 to $5,330. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,856.

How expensive are The Isthmus Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 121 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in The Isthmus on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,119 to $14,130 - averaging $3,189 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Experts Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Madison

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I’m Mike, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com local expert for Madison, Wisconsin. I lived and worked in Madison for several years before career opportunities took me elsewhere.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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