Apartments For Rent in Madison, WI
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1-2 BathsThe Duncan | 1625 Lock Ln #C-335,
Madison, WI 53703
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Madison, WI 53703
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Use arrow keys to navigatePET FRIENDLY$1,386 - $2,703/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsWrenfield at Pleasant View | 8504 Mansion Hill Ave #13,
Madison, WI 53719
Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,450 - $2,700/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsStarkweather Place | 215 N Fair Oaks Ave #302,
Madison, WI 53704
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,804 - $3,928/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsEO Madison Yards | 4702 Madison Yards Way #322,
Madison, WI 53705
SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,799 - $2,325/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsMcKenzie Place Apartments | 2221 Sherman Ave #MP-204,
Madison, WI 53704
APPLY INSTANTLYPET FRIENDLY$1,650 - $1,700/mo2 Beds1 BathRidge Creek Apartments | 1-34 Ridgeview Ct #a82a2ddf8,
Madison, WI 53704
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PET FRIENDLY$1,279 - $2,059/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsHidden Creek 2 Residences | 4702 Creekwood Ln #220,
Madison, WI 53704
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APPLY INSTANTLYPET FRIENDLYFURNISHED$1,500 - $2,100/mo2-3 Beds1 BathHatchery Haven | 2026-2030 Fish Hatchery Rd #51bd322f3,
Madison, WI 53713
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SPECIAL OFFER$1,225 - $7,250/mo1-5 Beds1-2 BathsWaterfront Apartments | 633 N Henry St #2-780884,
Madison, WI 53703
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PET FRIENDLY$1,439 - $3,959/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsVeritas Village | 110 N Livingston St #106,
Madison, WI 53703
SPECIAL OFFER$1,175 - $4,700/mo1-4 Beds1-2 BathsPalisade Apartments | 535 W Johnson St #2-790983,
Madison, WI 53703
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SPECIAL OFFERSENIOR HOUSINGPET FRIENDLYINCOME RESTRICTED$1,171 - $1,907/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe Victoria at Huxley Yards - A 55+ Community | 1003 Huxley St #115,
Madison, WI 53704
SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,192 - $1,796/mo1-2 Beds1 BathLuna Residences | 2517 Pheasant Ridge Trl #2615H-3,
Madison, WI 53713
SPECIAL OFFER$1,049 - $5,100/mo1-4 Beds1-2 BathsThe Aberdeen Apartments | 437 W Gorham St #790708,
Madison, WI 53703
PET FRIENDLY$1,925 - $2,650/mo2-3 Beds1-2 BathsWoodland Reserve Apartments | 3205 Stevens St #3104-5,
Madison, WI 53705
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PET FRIENDLY$1,490 - $2,750/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe Tuxedo Apartments | 5604 Schroeder Rd #402,
Madison, WI 53711Explore by rental type
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PET FRIENDLY$1,950 - $2,105/mo1-2 bd1-2 baYorktown Estates Apartments | 251 S Yellowstone Dr #6401-304,
Madison, WI 53705
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PET FRIENDLY$1,700 - $4,350/moStudio-2 bd1-2 baThe Adria 179 W. Wilson St. | 179 W Wilson St #400,
Madison, WI 53703
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,385 - $3,020/moStudio-3 bd1-2 baSignature Pointe | 2015 E Springs Dr #2003-205,
Madison, WI 53704
PET FRIENDLYINCOME RESTRICTEDTotal price$1,126 - $2,375/moStudio-2 bd1-2 baVicino Apartments | 1235 Regent St #206,
Madison, WI 53715
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- PET FRIENDLY$1,950 - $2,105/mo1-2 bd1-2 baYorktown Estates Apartments | 251 S Yellowstone Dr #6401-304,
Madison, WI 53705 - SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY
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Madison, WI 53703 - PET FRIENDLY
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Madison, WI 53704 - PET FRIENDLYINCOME RESTRICTEDTotal price$1,126 - $2,375/moStudio-2 bd1-2 baVicino Apartments | 1235 Regent St #206,
Madison, WI 53715 - SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY
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Rent: $1.13k - $2.7k
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What Locals Say about Madison
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Madison pulses with lakeside living: easy commutes, bike trails, parks, and lively festivals. People love the lakes, parks, bike paths, friendly vibe, eateries, and easy access to UW. They dislike spotty buses, some congestion, few sidewalks in areas, and occasional noise.
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Types of apartment in Madison, WI
Madison, WI has many apartments in older brick walk-ups, mid-century buildings, and newer mid-rise blocks. Near Downtown, Capitol, and the Isthmus, apartments often sit in brick or stone buildings with porches, bay windows, and small entry courtyards. Around Willy Street and Atwood, you also see converted houses for rent, including Victorian and Craftsman homes split into flats. Interiors in these areas can include hardwood floors, radiators, and smaller closets, while newer apartments often have open kitchens, elevators, and in-unit laundry.On the west side near Hilldale and Middleton’s edge, apartments often come in larger garden-style or mixed-use buildings with surface parking and simpler exteriors like brick, siding, or stucco. On the east side near Monona Drive and around East Towne, many apartments are in low-rise complexes from the 1960s through 1980s. South Madison and Bay Creek also have duplexes and small houses for rent with yards, detached garages, and more storage space. In Madison, apartments change fast by area, and exterior style often hints at tradeoffs like stairs, parking, window size, and how much shared hallway space a building has.
Getting around Madison, WI
Madison Metro, the city bus service, covers much of the city and connects areas like Downtown, the Isthmus, Hilldale, and East Towne. Driving is fairly direct on East Washington, University Avenue, and the Beltline, but parking can be limited near the Capitol and State Street. Walking works well in Downtown, Willy Street, and Monroe Street. Biking is common because of paths like the Capital City Trail and routes by Lake Monona and Lake Mendota.Living in Madison, WI
Madison is known for the Capitol Square Farmers’ Market, State Street shops, the Monona Terrace, and lakeside parks like Olbrich and Tenney. You can find apartments near music venues on the east side, restaurants around the Square, and trail access by the lakes. Major job sectors include state government, healthcare, biotech, and manufacturing, with large work hubs near the Capitol, University Avenue, and the west side.Average Rent Trends in Madison, WI
Rent in Madison, WI varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Oct 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $1,680 |
| Jul 2025 | $1,700 |
| Aug 2025 | $1,700 |
| Sep 2025 | $1,663 |
| Oct 2025 | $1,797 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,742 |
| Dec 2025 | $1,697 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,695 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,649 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,633 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,643 |
| May 2026 | $1,646 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $1,401 | $1,750 | $2,475 | $2,995 | $1,650 |
| Townhomes | — | $1,895 | $2,500 | — | $2,100 |
| Apartments and Condos | $1,359 | $1,600 | $2,025 | $2,450 | $1,500 |
| Houses | $1,700 | $2,000 | $2,800 | $3,200 | $2,800 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Madison, WI
- What is the average rent in Madison, WI?The average rent in Madison, WI is $1,650. Rent prices range from $100 to as much as $6,150, depending on the type of rental.
- How does the rent in Madison, WI compare to the national average?Average rent in Madison, WI is about 14% lower than the national average rent of $1,910. That means it is less expensive to rent in Madison compared to the U.S. average.
- What is the average rent in Madison, WI, by number of bedrooms?The average rent in Madison, WI is $1,215 for a studio, $1,401 for a 1 bedroom, $1,750 for a 2 bedroom, $2,475 for a 3 bedroom, and $2,995 for a 4 bedroom.
- How have rent prices in Madison, WI changed compared to last year?In the past year, the average rent price in Madison, WI has decreased by $45. That means the average rent is 3% lower than last year.
- How many available rental listings are in Madison, WI?There are 1,084 available rental listings in Madison, WI.
- What colleges and universities are in Madison, WI?Colleges and universities in Madison, WI include: Edgewood College, University of Wisconsin Madison.
- What are some neighborhoods in Madison, WI?Some neighborhoods in Madison, WI include: Capitol, State-Langdon, Regent, Marquette, Tenney-Lapham.
- What are some zip codes in Madison, WI?
- What are some cities near Madison, WI?Some nearby cities include: Maple Bluff, Monona, Shorewood Hills, Westport, Blooming Grove. These cities may have more rental options to explore.