Apartments for Rent in Janesville, WI (114 Rentals)

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Burbank Plaza Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Burbank Plaza Apartments

1112 W Burbank AveJanesville, WI 53546
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Morningside Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Morningside Apartments

1838 Green Forest RunJanesville, WI 53546
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405 W Milwaukee St
1 Bedroom Apartments

405 W Milwaukee St

405 W Milwaukee StJanesville, WI 53548
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Woodlane Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodlane Townhomes

2713-2831 Woodlane DrJanesville, WI 53545
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Badgerland Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Badgerland Apartments

3436-3516 Midvale DrJanesville, WI 53546
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Janesville Wesley
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Janesville Wesley

2001 Wesley AveJanesville, WI 53545
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Eastpoint Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Eastpoint Townhomes

3102-3164 Midvale DrJanesville, WI 53546
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Deerfield Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Deerfield Townhomes

3202-3216 Midvale DrJanesville, WI 53546
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Surrey Ridge Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Surrey Ridge Apartments

2506-2600 E Racine StJanesville, WI 53545
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Aspen Square
2 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen Square

2605 N Pontiac DrJanesville, WI 53545
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15 N High St
3 Bedroom Apartments

15 N High St

15 N High StJanesville, WI 53548
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1325 Laramie Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

1325 Laramie Ln

1325 Laramie LnJanesville, WI 53546
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Southview Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Southview Terrace

806-846 Kellogg AveJanesville, WI 53546
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2435 Woodlane Dr
Studio Apartments

2435 Woodlane Dr

2435 Woodlane DrJanesville, WI 53545
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1931 Dupont Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1931 Dupont Dr

1931 Dupont DrJanesville, WI 53546
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2920 Carrousel Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

2920 Carrousel Ln

2920 Carrousel LnJanesville, WI 53545
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Green Valley
2 Bedroom Apartments

Green Valley

1628-1704 Green Valley DrJanesville, WI 53546
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20 N Wisconsin St
1 Bedroom Apartments

20 N Wisconsin St

20 N Wisconsin StJanesville, WI 53545
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705 Kellogg Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

705 Kellogg Ave

705 Kellogg AveJanesville, WI 53546
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2912 Carrousel Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

2912 Carrousel Ln

2912 Carrousel LnJanesville, WI 53545

Janesville, WI Local Guide

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Janesville Overview

Janesville is a quaint suburban town situated on the Rock River and has a population of 65,615. It’s located about 61 miles SW of Milwaukee. With peaceful rolling hills, lush green fields, and breathtaking natural woodlands, making it the perfect spot to look for apartments in Janesville, a place you would be proud to call home. Janesville is best known for its many outdoor recreation opportunities. There are plenty of parks and recreation areas including 2,600 acres of parkland, convenient boat launches, lots of ball fields, tennis courts, playgrounds, public golf courses, and more than 25 miles of paved bike trails nestled in the heart of all this beauty. So there are plenty of places to relax and unwind that won’t cost you a dime (in most cases).  

What is the history of Janesville?

The first settlers of Janesville arrived in 1835 and set out to look for land in the River Rock Valley because they heard the land there was fertile. That’s when they found remains from the Black Hawk War and discovered the land was perfect for their needs, so the development of Janesville began. Janesville was founded in 1836, incorporated as a city in 1853, and shortly thereafter more settlers followed. Land claims and paper towns were then platted on the land near Inman’s cabin. In 1836 the county seat was formed on a small piece of land near the east bank of the Rock River. Today that location is marked by the intersection of Main and Milwaukee Streets. In the decades that followed, the town grew by adding industries such as flour mills, wool and cotton production, tobacco warehousing, stone quarrying, shoe, cigar, and brick manufacturing, and later automobile manufacturing, all of which contributed to the growth of the town and the economy.

How is the weather in Janesville?

If you are looking at Janesville apartments, you are going to love the weather here. Janesville has long, warm summers with a 25 percent chance of wet days six months out of the year. The dry season is considered October 4th through April 1st with the average precipitation during that time being 0.04 inches. The humid months in Janesville are from June 2nd to September 18th at which time the humidity levels are considered muggy, oppressive, or miserable about 11 percent of the time. The temperature range in Janesville is 14°F to 83°F. Additionally, Janesville experiences a significant variation in seasonal snowfall. The snowy season lasts from November 13th to April 3rd with the most snow of about 4.2 inches being in December. The snowfall measurement during the snowy season is based on a sliding 31-day snowfall of at least 1.0 inches. The snowless period lasts for about 7.3 months from April 3rd to November 13th.

How do I get around town?

Janesville has an extensive bus network that connects all parts of the city. Approximately 1.1 percent of the population uses public transportation to get around and 1.3 percent walk or bike to get to work. About 85.2 percent of people use their own car to get around and 9.3 percent carpool.  Additionally, the Dane Country Regional Airport is nearby making it convenient for traveling.  

What is the Janesville commute like?

The average commute time in Janesville is about 22 minutes which is lower than the United States average commute of 26.8 minutes. Unfortunately, the average American commute has been steadily rising since 2010.

What are the local media outlets?

The leading local daily newspaper in Janesville is the Gazette. Other media outlets include the Janesville Community Access Television (JATV) public access station and the Janesville Messenger, another local newspaper. Janesville radio stations include WCLO news, talk, and sports which can be found at 1230 AM. Then there’s WJVL Radio Pure Country which can be found at 99.9 FM. Additional media outlets can be found in Madison and other regional areas as well.

Why live in Janesville, WI?

Janesville has an excellent school system, thriving businesses, and a livability score of A- which is above average. The Janesville recent job growth rate is Positive. The cost of living is 15.4 percent lower than the national average. And, there is a large General Motors plant, along with a variety of food processing and distribution businesses nearby in Beloit.

What Janesville landmarks should I see?

Janesville has a number of buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places including the Lincoln-Tallman House. Other attractions include the Rotary Botanical Gardens, Palmer Park, Ice Age Trail, Robert O Cool Memorial Arboretum, and Beckman Mill. Outdoor options include the activities at Rock Aqua Jays Water Ski Shows, Riverside Park, and Traxler Park

What is there to do around Janesville?

There are also plenty of fun things to do just outside of Janesville as well, so you will never be bored. You could visit The Glass Garden where you can shop for gifts, take classes, and participate in other activities. You could also check out the Retro City Rockade full of working vintage arcade games. Then there’s Gray’s Brewing Company with a great tasting room and more. If you like comedy, there is the Comedy Cabin. And if you want to try something a little different there is Papa Docs where you can try your hand at axe throwing. These are just a few of the many fun things to do around Janesville.

Any annual festivals or Janesville events to know?

The fun never ends in Janesville. The events include the Rock County 4-H Fair, Janesville Warbird Weekend, Janesville Mother’s Day Weekend Craft and Vendor Fair, Janesville Kiwanis Fall Fest-Of-Ale, a Memorial Day Parade, and more. Then there are also a multitude of festivals. There is the Wise Fest Music and Camping Festival, The Farm Music Festival, Navratri Utsav Garba & Dandiya Celebration, Blottumnal Equinox Fest, Fall Fest & Trunk or Treat, Jeep Jolly Jingle Parade, and many more.

Where are the nearby vacation spots?

When you are ready to take a vacation, you don’t have to go far. There are lots of places to vacation within three hours of Janesville. You could plan a trip to Green Bay where you could visit the Koko Sushi Bar & Lounge, Meyer Theater, Lambeau Field, Packers Pro Shop, and the Titletown Brewing Company. You could also visit some of the great restaurants there as well. If you like the outdoors, you could visit one of the many RV campgrounds or State Parks within three hours of Janesville including Buck Run Campground, Covert Park Beach and Campground, Dune Lake Campground, Muskegon State Park, Hoffmaster State Park, Grand Haven State Park, Warren Woods State Park, or any of the many other options. Or you could just stay around town and plan a staycation and visit some or all of the nearby attractions.

Where is the best place to move in Janesville?

Apartments in Janesville in the Old Fourth Ward and Rivereast neighborhoods are extremely affordable. The apartments near I-90 are also extremely affordable and some consider them to be in a better location for many reasons, one being because they are close to many daily conveniences. But there are plenty of Janesville apartments to choose from, so you are sure to find one that best suits your specific needs.

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Getting Around Janesville, WI

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

22 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Janesville

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Janesville Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Janesville ranges from $685 to $1,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,422.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Janesville cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Janesville range from $1,000 to $2,250. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,792.

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