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As of today, you'll find 540 apartments for rent in Madison, with a median rent price of $1,655 per month. Madison has seen a 3%—or $61—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.Average Rent
$1,655Year Over Year Change
3%
$61
Rentals available, last 30 days
540
The average rent in Madison, WI, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,655, which is a 3.2% increase year-over-year.
The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Madison, WI is about $1,425. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Madison, WI is $1,775, and studios are about $1,170 per month.
See more Madison, WI rent data on our rent research page.
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1105 shorewood blvd
madison, WI, 53705
4747 waukesha st
madison, WI, 53705
1501 jenifer st
madison, WI, 53703
1802 regent st
madison, WI, 53726
3502 maple grove dr
madison, WI, 53719
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Age Range
0-19
21%
20-34
35%
35-44
12%
45-64
19%
65+
12%
Language
English
85%
Spanish
5%
Indo Euro
3%
Asia Pac
5%
Other
1%
Education
No HS
4%
High School
29%
Bachelor's
40%
Master's
16%
Prof Degree
4%
Doctorate
5%
Household Income
0-25k
17%
25-50k
19%
50-75k
18%
75-100k
13%
100-150k
16%
150k+
14%
Madison locals spend about 19 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Madison is through General Mitchell International Airport, 76.72 miles away.
Scores for Madison are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.
We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Madison, 66% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is higher than the national average of 60%.
Top Three Reasons to Live in Madison
Pet friendly
84%Satisfaction rating
Parks & recreation
84%Satisfaction rating
Nightlife
74%Satisfaction rating
Other Things to Consider
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How we got this dataThe overall cost of living in Madison, WI is 5% higher than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Madison you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost more. Eggs run about $3.34 per carton, and milk $4.77. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $237 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.
| CATEGORY | AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 8% higher |
| Groceries | 1% lower |
| Utilities | 1% lower |
| Transportation | 2% lower |
| Health | 13% higher |
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2d ago
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725 E Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,450–$3,250
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 8
2d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,700–$2,750
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 14
3d ago
Verified
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$725–$1,476
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
4d ago
Verified
2221 Sherman Ave, Madison, WI 53704
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,750–$2,410
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 8
1d ago
477 S High Point Rd, Madison, WI 53719
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Walk-in closets
2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,495–$2,350
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
725 E Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,450–$3,250
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 8
2d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,700–$2,750
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 14
3d ago
Verified
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$725–$1,476
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
4d ago
Verified
2221 Sherman Ave, Madison, WI 53704
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,750–$2,410
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 8
2d ago
Verified
725 E Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,450–$3,250
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 8
2d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,700–$2,750
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 14
3d ago
Verified
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$725–$1,476
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
2d ago
Verified
725 E Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,450–$3,250
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 8
3d ago
Verified
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$725–$1,476
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
4d ago
Verified
2221 Sherman Ave, Madison, WI 53704
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,750–$2,410
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 8
1d ago
477 S High Point Rd, Madison, WI 53719
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Walk-in closets
2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,495–$2,350
Apartment for rent
2d ago
512 W Wilson St, Madison, WI 53703
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Oven
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,085–$1,600
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1602 Kings Mill Way, Madison, WI 53718
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,395–$1,595
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
725 E Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,450–$3,250
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 8
3d ago
Verified
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$725–$1,476
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
4d ago
Verified
2221 Sherman Ave, Madison, WI 53704
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,750–$2,410
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 8
1d ago
477 S High Point Rd, Madison, WI 53719
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Walk-in closets
2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,495–$2,350
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
725 E Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,450–$3,250
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 8
3d ago
Verified
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$725–$1,476
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
4d ago
Verified
2221 Sherman Ave, Madison, WI 53704
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,750–$2,410
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 8
39m ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,225
Apartment for rent
40m ago
820 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Fitness center
2 beds
2 baths
$2,095
Apartment for rent
40m ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,275–$1,325
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Sunset Village apartment for rent in Madison
3325 Stevens St #1E, Madison, WI 53705
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Central heat
1 bed
1 bath
$1,600
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
5h ago
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,425–$3,560
Apartment for rent
9h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,375
Apartment for rent
39m ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,225
Apartment for rent
40m ago
820 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Fitness center
2 beds
2 baths
$2,095
Apartment for rent
40m ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,275–$1,325
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Sunset Village apartment for rent in Madison
3325 Stevens St #1E, Madison, WI 53705
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Central heat
1 bed
1 bath
$1,600
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
39m ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,225
Apartment for rent
40m ago
820 Williamson St, Madison, WI 53703
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Fitness center
2 beds
2 baths
$2,095
Apartment for rent
40m ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,275–$1,325
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