Cheap Apartments for Rent in Nelson, WI from $400 (20 Rentals)
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Nelson, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nelson?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Nelson Studio Apartments | $1,200 | $525 | $1,550 |
Nelson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,347 | $400 | $2,436 |
Nelson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,676 | $603 | $4,169 |
Nelson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,534 | $850 | $3,965 |
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Cheapest Available Nelson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Nelson, WI is a Studio unit found at Key Randall Apartments priced from $525. Dancing Oaks Apartments in the Menomonie Junction neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $677. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Nelson apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Key Randall Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $525 |
Dancing Oaks Apartments | 1 bedroom (50% Unit) | 1BR,1BA | $677 |
Lakeview Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
River's Edge | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Galloway Apartments | Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nelson, WI and Nearby
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Nelson area is the $0.86 price per square foot 16x80 Model at Country Valley in the starting from $1,095. The second greatest value Nelson apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at River Glen starting at $1,325 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the North Rochester neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nelson apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Country Valley | 16x80 | 3BR,2BA | $0.86 |
River Glen | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
Fairway Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Dancing Oaks Apartments | 2 bedroom (60% Unit) | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Golfview Crossing Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Olympik Village Apartments | Ares | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Crossing Meadows | 60/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Thousand Oaks Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
River's Edge | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Galloway Apartments | Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Getting Around Nelson, WI
Walk Score®
20 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
22 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nelson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Nelson?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Nelson is at Key Randall Apartments listed at $525.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Nelson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Nelson Apartment is $677 at Dancing Oaks Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Nelson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Nelson is starting from $805 at Thousand Oaks Apartments.
What is the most affordable Nelson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Nelson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Thousand Oaks Apartments and starts from $850.
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