Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 28, 2026
Average rent in
Madison, WI
Average rent in
Last updated on October 28, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Madison rent stands today
Madison, WI rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,750/month. Month over month, rents cooled 2.2%, a pullback from the peak of $1,795/month in September 2026.
Compared to national trends
Madison sits 7.9% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering renters a moderately priced market with 648 total rentals available.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Madison rent for about $1,192/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,475/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,925/month. Larger units reach $2,542/month for 3-bedrooms and $4,497/month for 4+ bedrooms. Apartments make up 87.7% of rentals.
Median rent
Median rent in Madison
$1,750/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Madison is $1,750 per month as of October 2026. This is 8% below the national average rent, or $150 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Madison
648
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Madison rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Madison, WI
Average rent prices in Madison have decreased by 2% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Madison, WI
Rent prices in Madison vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Madison is $1,735, whereas a house costs $2,750. 1-bedroom apartments in Madison run $1,475 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,950.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,192 |  5% |  2% | |
1 bedroom | $1,475 | 1% | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $1,925 | No Change | 7% | |
3 bedroom | $2,542 | 2% | 1% | |
4 bedroom | $4,497 | 1% | 6% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Bay Creek | $1,600 | |
Downtown Madison | $1,850 | |
Eken Park | $1,497 | |
Greenbush | $2,770 | |
Marquette | $1,802 | |
Regent | $2,299 | |
Sherman | $1,650 | |
Starkweather | $1,739 | |
Sunset Village | $1,600 | |
Tenney Lapham | $1,865 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,735 | 3% | 2% | |
Condos | $1,600 | 25% | 4% | |
Houses | $2,750 | No Change | 10% | |
Rooms | $1,435 | 3% | 8% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,192
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
2%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,475
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,925
Last year
7%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,542
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$4,497
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
6%
Downtown Madison
Average rent
$1,850
Marquette
Average rent
$1,802
Tenney Lapham
Average rent
$1,865
Bay Creek
Average rent
$1,600
Sherman
Average rent
$1,650
Greenbush
Average rent
$2,770
Sunset Village
Average rent
$1,600
Eken Park
Average rent
$1,497
Regent
Average rent
$2,299
Starkweather
Average rent
$1,739
Apartments
Average rent
$1,735
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
2%
Condos
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
25%
Last year
4%
Houses
Average rent
$2,750
Last year
10%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,435
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
8%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Madison, WI, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Madison, WI compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Madison and Belleville by all bedroom counts and property types.
Madison
8%lower than the national median
14%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Madison, WI is 8% higher than the median rent in Belleville, WI.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,625
$1,700
9%$1,300
10%$1,730
4%$1,795
$1,550
5%$1,485
2%$1,595
3%$1,650
10%$1,618
9%$1,700
9%$1,705
15%Cost of living in Madison, WI
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 6% higher |
| Groceries | No difference |
| Health | 5% higher |
| Housing | 7% higher |
| Transportation | 6% lower |
| Utilities | 2% lower |
Discover rentals in Madison, WI
1d ago
Garage available at, Madison, WI 53705
Studio
-1 baths
$225–$295
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2h ago
6748 Jacobs Way, Madison, WI 53711
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$375–$1,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
148 E Gorham St, Madison, WI 53703
1–3 beds
1 bath
$565–$2,270
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Madison apartment for rent in Madison
407 Wisconsin Ave #1C2, Madison, WI 53703
1 bed
1 bath
$685
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
1008 W Johnson St, Madison, WI 53715
1–5 beds
1–3 baths
$2,450–$7,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
16h ago
625 Mendota Ct, Madison, WI 53703
5 beds
3 baths
$6,965
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
720 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53703
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,818–$6,242
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available May 1
1d ago
1022 W Johnson St, Madison, WI 53715
1–5 beds
1–2 baths
$2,150–$6,250
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
23h ago
Verified
719 E Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,499–$2,995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 27
1d ago
Verified
720 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53703
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,818–$6,242
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
Verified
2 Craig Avenue, Madison, WI 53705
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,476
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
1h ago
Verified
6822 Schroeder Rd, Madison, WI 53711
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$990–$1,595
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
6822 Schroeder Rd, Madison, WI 53711
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$990–$1,595
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
6025 Cottontail Trl #NA, Madison, WI 53718
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,750
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Nov 6
23h ago
Verified
719 E Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,499–$2,995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 27
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$1,600
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 1
23h ago
Verified
719 E Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,499–$2,995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 27
1d ago
Verified
720 E Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53703
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,818–$6,242
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
Verified
2 Craig Avenue, Madison, WI 53705
2 beds
1 bath
$1,476
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
1h ago
Verified
6822 Schroeder Rd, Madison, WI 53711
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$990–$1,595
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Madison, WI
Quick answers to common questions about the Madison rental market.
How much is rent in Madison?
The average rent in Madison is $1,750 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Madison?
Average rent prices in Madison have decreased by 2% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Madison rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Madison is 8% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $150 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Madison?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Madison are Eken Park ($1,497/mo), Bay Creek ($1,600/mo), and Sunset Village ($1,600/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Madison?
To comfortably afford rent in Madison, you'd need to earn approximately $70,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Madison?
December offers the best rental deals in Madison, with prices running about 7% lower than peak months like September. December also sees the least competition among renters, making it an ideal time to secure better rates.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).