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2011 Regency CtAppleton, WI 54915
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2021 Regency CtAppleton, WI 54915
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2212 S Schaefer StAppleton, WI 54915
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2109 S Maplecrest DrAppleton, WI 54915
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Appleton, WI Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Appleton, WI

Pricing Updated: 04/24/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Appleton, WI area range in price from $625 to $10,070 with an overall median price of $6,000. The three Appleton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Apple Creek Estates at $729, South Appleton at $899, and Colony Oaks at $801. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Appleton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Apple Creek Estates$1,725$72939
South Appleton$1,950$89922
Colony Oaks$5,030$80138
Northwood Park$5,030$80131
City Park Historic District$7,550$62552
Downtown Appleton$7,550$62559
Lawsburg$7,550$62547
Outer Appleton$7,550$625133
Grand Chute$10,070$75524

Cheapest Available Appleton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Appleton, WI is a 2 Beds unit found at Craftsman Village of Appleton in the Downtown Appleton neighborhood priced from $570. Wilson Heights in the Downtown Appleton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Appleton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Craftsman Village of Appleton2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$570
Wilson Heights1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$625
Marquette Highlands Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$730
Forestview Ct. Apartments1bd upper1BR,1BA$750
Fox Ridge0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$799
Village Park Apartments-AppletonVP 1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$855
EVERGREEN PLACE1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$899
Lynndale Apartments3rd Floor W/O Dishwasher2BR,1BA$900
Applegate Apartments1 Bedroom and Den (Traditional)1BR,1BA$975
Virginia Village2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Appleton, WI

As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Appleton area is the $1.04 price per square foot Bamboo II - DOG ALLOWED Model at Bridgewater Trails in the in the Apple Creek Estates neighborhood starting from $1,575. The second greatest value Appleton apartment is the Trumpeter Model at Windgate Terrace starting at $1,600 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Apple Creek Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Appleton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bridgewater TrailsBamboo II - DOG ALLOWED2BR,2.5BA$1.04
Windgate TerraceTrumpeter3BR,2BA$1.06
Tri Villa1 Bed 2 Bath Loft1BR,2BA$1.07
Chateau TownhomesA, Pershing: 3 Bed 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$1.04
Craftsman Village of Appleton2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$0.46
Sunrise Park Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.93
Silver Springs Apartments2 Bed - 1100-1200 Sqft2BR,1.5BA$1.02
EVERGREEN PLACE1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.06
Marquette Highlands Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.04
Wilson Heights1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.04

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Appleton Overview

Located southwest of Green Bay and considered one of the 'Fox cities' due to its close proximity to the fabled Fox River, Appleton apartments are a great way to get to know the proud state of Wisconsin. A hub of both industry and artistic pursuit, Appleton offers some of the best in midwest living to be found.

Why live in Appleton, WI?

With a number of national employers calling Appleton home, including Miller Electric and Thrivent Financial, this charming city is a great place to raise a family. Students flock to the local college, giving the entire downtown scene a crack of youthful energy, and the scenic natural beauty of Wisconsin is in full display for Appleton apartment residents for much of the year.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Appleton, WI

Ranked #36

Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Appleton, WI

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Appleton Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Appleton?

The cheapest apartment in Appleton is Wilson Heights which is listed at $625, while the average apartment in Appleton costs $6,000.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Appleton?

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 36 regular apartments in Appleton 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 Appleton?

Cheap apartments in Appleton have an average cost of $200 which is $5,800 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Appleton.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.