Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Middleton Neighborhood of Middleton, WI from $700 (36 Rentals)

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3010 Patty Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

3010 Patty Ln

3010 Patty LnMiddleton, WI 53562
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Pondfield Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pondfield Apartments

937 N Gammon RdMadison, WI 53717
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Highland Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Terrace

5329 Old Middleton RdMadison, WI 53705
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Downtown Middleton, Middleton, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Middleton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Middleton area of Madison, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Autumn Ridge priced from $1,129. Overlook Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,135. Here are the most affordable Downtown Middleton apartments for rent in Madison, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Autumn Ridge1 BD Affordable1BR,1BA$1,129
Overlook PointeCatalina1BR,1BA$1,135
Rosewood Villas - Senior2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,180
Springtree Apartments1bsm-r1BR,1BA$1,200
Highland RidgeD1BR,1BA$1,210
The TROTTA1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1,229
Silverstone ApartmentsSublet Pearl1BR,1BA$1,341
Tribeca VillagePhase 3 - FStudio,1BA$1,342
Heritage Middleton Senior Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath - Income Restricted (50%)2BR,1BA$1,351
Heritage Middleton2 Bed 2 Bath - Income Restricted (50%)2BR,1BA$1,351

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Middleton, WI

As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Middleton area is the $1.50 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath - Market Rate Model at Heritage Middleton Senior Apartments in the in the Glen Oak Hills neighborhood starting from $1,860. The second greatest value Downtown Middleton apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Heritage Middleton starting at $1,860 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Lakeview Dane neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Middleton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Heritage Middleton Senior Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath - Market Rate2BR,2BA$1.50
Heritage Middleton2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.50
Deer Creek Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath 1210 Sq. Ft.2BR,2BA$1.55
Parmenter Circle IH - market2BR,2BA$1.72
The Tuscany on Pleasant ViewUnit J2BR,2BA$1.71
Brownpoint ReserveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.45
Brownstone on Old Sauk1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.47
Whispering Pines2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.70
LeSilve ApartmentsUnit H1BR,1BA$1.70
The Court ApartmentsStyle B - Two Bedroom - Updated with W/D2BR,1BA$1.61

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Downtown Middleton, Middleton, WI

Ranked #7

Among neighborhoods in Middleton, WI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for West Madison, WI. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Downtown Middleton Neighborhood in Middleton, WI

Walk Score®

76 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

78 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

27 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Middleton Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Middleton?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Middleton is under $1,351.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Middleton?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Middleton is Autumn Ridge which is listed at $1,129, while the average apartment in Downtown Middleton costs $2,487.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Middleton?

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 25 regular apartments in Downtown Middleton 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 Downtown Middleton?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Middleton have an average cost of $385 which is $2,102 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Middleton.

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