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3h ago
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2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,476
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Available Jul 1
11h ago
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719 E Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,699–$3,425
Price drop
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Available Jul 9
11h ago
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4702 Madison Yards Way, Madison, WI 53705
In-unit laundry | Fitness center | Walk-in closets
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,740 –$7,257
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14h ago
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Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,632–$6,450
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Available Jul 9
20h ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
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Available Aug 21
54m ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,454–$3,694
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3h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,540–$1,590
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12h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,199–$1,449
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12h ago
2–3 beds
2 baths
$1,699–$2,099
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12h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,249–$1,599
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17h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,195
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19h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,565–$2,345
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20h ago
Studio–4 beds
1–3 baths
$1,520–$5,295
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20h ago
477 S High Point Rd, Madison, WI 53719
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Walk-in closets
2 beds
1 bath
$1,495–$2,150
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22h ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$999–$1,699
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,320
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,395
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1d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,150–$2,160
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1d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$2,595–$2,645
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1d ago
5 beds
3 baths
$4,405–$4,575
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,165
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2d ago
726 Parkview Apartments, Madison, WI 53715
Air conditioning | Swimming pool | Central heat
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,235–$2,095
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,045
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2d ago
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,100–$2,999
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,195
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,295
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5d+ ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,395
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
512 W Wilson St, Madison, WI 53703
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Oven
Studio
1 bath
$1,050–$1,085
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,450
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5d+ ago
Downtown Madison apartment for rent in Madison
Air conditioning | On-site laundry
Studio
1 bath
$1,115
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5d+ ago
Downtown Madison apartment for rent in Madison
Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$1,205
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5d+ ago
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1024 Sherman Ave #NA, Madison, WI 53703
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2 baths
$3,995
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Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$1,375
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Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Verified
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,615
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Available Jul 3
5d+ ago
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In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
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Available Feb 1
5d+ ago
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In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,600
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Available Jan 1
5d+ ago
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In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,750
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Available Jan 1
5d+ ago
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In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,600
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Available Feb 1
5d+ ago
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In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,600
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Available Jan 1
1d ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$4,266
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3d ago
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Studio
1 bath
$2,700
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5d+ ago
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Studio
1 bath
$2,777
$2,549
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5d+ ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$2,794
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46m ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,325
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2h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,475–$1,905
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4h ago
2802 Dryden Dr, Madison, WI 53704
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,450–$1,895
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8h ago
1003 Huxley St, Madison, WI 53704
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,171–$1,907
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12h ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,630–$3,595
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15h ago
3710 Packers Ave, Madison, WI 53704
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$1,125
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Madison is the capitol of Wisconsin and home to the University of Wisconsin Madison and their beloved Badgers. Madison is a lake town, a college town and a cultural epicenter of music, art, theater and film. It’s all surrounded by outdoor beauty, quaint little farming towns, ranches, and lakes, lakes lakes. Gorgeous country.
Madison has acquired several nicknames over the years: Mad City, Madtown, the Berkeley of the Midwest, the People’s Republic of Madison, the Athens of the Midwest, 78 square miles surrounded by reality, Lake City and the City of Four Lakes.
The long list of nicknames is a good representation of life in Madison. It’s weird. It’s liberal. It can get pretty crazy, and there are a lot of lakes. The young, progressive people of Madison have played a role in the creation of these nicknames by cultivating a mad-crazy culture of live music, art and lots of craft beer.
Madison is the greatest college sports town in America. That is a firmly held belief for local Madison residents, as well as ESPN’s Scott Van Pelt and Sports Illustrated. So show your support for the University of Wisconsin Badgers, the venerable mascot, Buckingham U. Badger (aka Bucky Badger), and the cardinal-white uniform.
Madison, WI, is often appreciated for its vibrant culture and proximity to outdoor activities, with many residents enjoying the local parks and lakes. The city has a lively restaurant scene and offers a variety of entertainment options, which contributes to its appeal for renters. Public transportation is noted to be a plus, although some residents express concerns about unreliable bus schedules and the impact of traffic during peak hours. Parking can also be challenging in certain areas, especially near the university, which is a common frustration among locals.
Madison's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,600 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $1,900 monthly. These figures reflect the current pricing across the city's diverse neighborhoods and property types.
December offers the best rental opportunities in Madison, with the lowest rents of the year and the least competitive market conditions. September sees the highest rents, creating approximately a 6.7% price difference between peak and off-peak months, so timing your search for winter months can result in better deals.
Downtown Madison and Tenney-Lapham stand out for renters seeking vibrant social scenes, offering excellent restaurant access and entertainment venues with strong transit connections. Greenbush and Marquette also provide walkable layouts with quality dining options, while Ridgewood generates the highest consumer interest despite limited availability.
Reindahl Park offers the most affordable option at around $1,000 per month, 35% below the city median, followed by Brentwood Village at around $1,100 monthly. Eken Park combines affordability at around $1,360 per month with excellent pet amenities, while Hawthorne provides solid value at around $1,150 monthly.
Madison's rental market strongly accommodates pet owners, with 72% of listings offering pet-friendly policies. Emerson East, Hill Farms - University, Bay Creek, and Eken Park excel for pet owners, featuring pet-friendly flooring, nearby dog parks, pet supply stores, and many buildings that allow pets without restrictions.
Utilities are rarely included in Madison rental prices, appearing in less than 1% of all listings across the market. Studios have the highest rate of utility inclusion at 0.05% of listings, while larger apartments like three-bedrooms include utilities in only 0.02% of available units.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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