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Atrium Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Atrium Lofts

1418 1st StWausau, WI 54403
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1813 N 11th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1813 N 11th Ave

1813 N 11th AveWausau, WI 54401
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1810 N 10th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1810 N 10th Ave

1810 N 10th AveWausau, WI 54401
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500 E Thomas St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

500 E Thomas St

500 E Thomas StWausau, WI 54403
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1819 N 11th Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

1819 N 11th Ave

1819 N 11th AveWausau, WI 54401
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Brooks Place
2 Bedroom Apartments

Brooks Place

635 S 44th AveWausau, WI 54401
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Wausau, WI Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wausau, WI

Pricing Updated: 05/04/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Wausau, WI area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Wausau Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Wausau River District$810$8101

Cheapest Available Wausau Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Wausau, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Landmark in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood priced from $505. Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $618. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wausau apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Landmark1 BR 1BA1BR,1BA$505
Riverview Towers and Riverview TerraceRiverview Terrace 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$618
Wausau Columns Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$720
Pioneer Village Apartments2 BD Pioneer Village Complex2BR,1BA$730
Woodland Chalet Apartments3639-022BR,1BA$810
Ross Avenue ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$825
Kannenberg Plaza1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$826

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wausau, WI

As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wausau area is the $0.95 price per square foot 407 Grant St Model at 407 Grant St, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Wausau apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Upper Model at Bos Creek Estates starting at $1,059 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wausau apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
407 Grant St, Unit 1407 Grant St1BR,1BA$0.95
Bos Creek Estates2 Bed 1.5 Bath Upper2BR,1.5BA$1.01
Weston Pines Apartments2 Bedroom Lower 60%2BR,1.5BA$0.89
1326 Schofield Ave, Unit 1326 Schofield Avenue1326 Schofield AveStudio ,1BA$0.50
Metro Center Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath Lower2BR,1BA$1.10
Pioneer Village Apartments2 BD Pioneer Village Complex2BR,1BA$0.79
Oak Ridge ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.06
Grand Avenue Luxury Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath Upper1BR,1BA$1.13
723 Kickbusch St, Unit Upper723 Kickbusch St2BR,1BA$1.10
Ross Avenue ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.11

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Wausau Overview

If you are looking for a beautiful place to live and work, you might be considering Wausau, Wisconsin. This is a beautiful city located in Marathon County, and it straddles the Wisconsin River. There are lots of people who are looking for apartments in Wausau, Wisconsin. Learn more about Wausau apartments below, and do not forget to rely on someone with local knowledge of the area to help you find your next home. 

Why live in Wausau, WI?

There are plenty of reasons why people choose to live in Wausau, Wisconsin. First, the temperature is cool throughout the year, so it is a great place for people who are looking to escape the heat. Next, the job market in the area is healthy as well. There are several major cities that are not that far away, but there are plenty of great jobs in Wausau as well. Finally, the cost of living is very affordable. When compared to other cities in the country, Wausau is significantly less expensive than the average. As a result, there are lots of people who move to Wausau looking for a way to make a better life for themselves and their families. 

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47 / 100

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Bike Score®

56 / 100

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wausau Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wausau?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wausau is at bantr Weston listed at $899.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wausau Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wausau Apartment is $505 at The Landmark.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wausau Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wausau is starting from $699 at Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace.

What is the most affordable Wausau Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Wausau Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Elementary School Apartments and starts from $896.

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