
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University of Wisconsin Neighborhood of Madison, WI from $500 (34 Rentals)
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Langdon Hall Apartments

The Heights

University Bay

College Station

1728 Regent St

Casa Blanca Apartments

The Normandy Apartments

University Heights

Old University Place
University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University of Wisconsin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University of Wisconsin Studio Apartments | $1,339 | $995 | $2,130 |
University of Wisconsin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,853 | $1,092 | $3,750 |
University of Wisconsin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,698 | $1,475 | $7,000 |
University of Wisconsin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,670 | $1,695 | $4,175 |
University of Wisconsin 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,392 | $3,000 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Available University of Wisconsin Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University of Wisconsin area of Madison, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Heights priced from $1,092. Allen House Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here are the most affordable University of Wisconsin apartments for rent in Madison, WI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Heights | 1 BED 1 BA – Income Restricted – 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,092 |
Allen House Apartments | 1x1-424 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Vicinato | Vicinato A | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
PELOTON RESIDENCES, LLC - Phase 1 | PLT - S | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
The Quarry Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
Longfellow Lofts | Modern - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
EO Madison Yards | A14 - One Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,913 |
Domain | L | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Ovation 309 | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
The Surf | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2,515 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University of Wisconsin, WI
As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the University of Wisconsin area is the $1.61 price per square foot 3 BED 2 BA Model at The Heights in the in the Downtown Madison neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value University of Wisconsin apartment is the B Floor Plan (Fully Furnished) Model at Arbor Crossing starting at $3,450 with a $3.35 price per square foot in the Downtown Madison neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University of Wisconsin apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Heights | 3 BED 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.61 |
Arbor Crossing | B Floor Plan (Fully Furnished) | 2BR,2BA | $3.35 |
The Surf | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.62 |
EO Madison Yards | A11 | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
Longfellow Lofts | Historic - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
PELOTON RESIDENCES, LLC - Phase 1 | PLT - U | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
Domain | L5 | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
Vicinato | Vicinato A | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
The Quarry Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.21 |
Allen House Apartments | 1x1-424 | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University of Wisconsin Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University of Wisconsin?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University of Wisconsin is under $2,515.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University of Wisconsin?
The cheapest apartment in University of Wisconsin is The Heights which is listed at $1,092, while the average apartment in University of Wisconsin costs $8,220.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University of Wisconsin?
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 4 regular apartments in University of Wisconsin that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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