
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Amherst, WI from $400 (52 Rentals)
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376 Lincoln St

366 Lincoln St

385 Cross St

Parkview Apartments

460 Washington St

Berkshire Stevens Point - Seniors (55+)

Countryside Apartment Homes

Village Apartments (St. Pt.)

Parkdale Apartments
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Whiting Avenue Estates

Park Place Apartments

Prentice Arms

Heritage Square Apartments

Pheasant Run Apartments - Waupaca

Hickory Drive & Pinecrest Community

Allyson Court Apartments

Fulton Street Estates

Porter Place Apartments

bantr Stevens Point
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2025 Texas Ave

Lake Park Apartments

Orchard Estates

Timber Ridge

Paradise Apartments

Heritage Farm Estates

Edgewood

Joann Lane Apartments

Meridian Commons

River North Cottages
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Plover Apartments

Rustic Manor

Tall Timbers

Bush Court

Golden Sands

Maplewood Apartments

321 Island Ave

1001 Park St

741 25th St N

6953 Hillcrest Ave
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2322 2nd Ave S

Townhomes of Craftsman Village

420 10th St N

901 Townline Rd

N16474 26th Ave N

455 1st Ave

73 Robert St

River View Apartment Community

7 8th St

Harrison Street
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Amherst, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Amherst?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst Studio Apartments | $1,299 | $1,099 | $1,450 |
| Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,139 | $533 | $1,527 |
| Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,337 | $869 | $2,295 |
| Amherst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,445 | $1,175 | $1,700 |
| Amherst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $697 | $605 | $805 |
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Cheapest Available Amherst Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Amherst, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Berkshire Stevens Point - Seniors (55+) priced from $533. Tall Timbers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $785. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Amherst apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkshire Stevens Point - Seniors (55+) | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $533 |
| Tall Timbers | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $785 |
| Countryside Apartment Homes | 1x1 650sf | 1BR,1BA | $859 |
| Village Apartments (St. Pt.) | 2 Bed 2 Bath Upper | 2BR,2BA | $869 |
| Prentice Arms | 2 Bed 1 Bath Lower | 2BR,1BA | $959 |
| Pheasant Run Apartments - Waupaca | PR 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| bantr Stevens Point | Unfurnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| Timber Ridge | Waupaca 1 Bedroom Lower | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Paradise Apartments | 2 BED 2 BATH - DETACHED GARAGE | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Edgewood | WOOD - 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,179 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Amherst, WI and Nearby
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Amherst area is the $1.16 price per square foot Willow 3 BR 2 B Lower Model at Willow Estates Apartment Community in the starting from $1,470. The second greatest value Amherst apartment is the 4BR/2BA - Schmeeckle Deluxe Model at The Reserve Student Apartments starting at $675 with a $0.62 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Amherst apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Estates Apartment Community | Willow 3 BR 2 B Lower | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| The Reserve Student Apartments | 4BR/2BA - Schmeeckle Deluxe | 4BR,2BA | $0.62 |
| River Ridge Apartments-Waupaca | RR 2Bed-1Bath 1050 Sq. Ft. | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Pheasant Run Apartments - Waupaca | PR 3BD/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Orchard Estates | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Upper | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Berkshire Stevens Point - Seniors (55+) | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Edgewood | WOOD - 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Paradise Apartments | 2 BED 2 BATH - DETACHED GARAGE | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Tall Timbers | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Village Apartments (St. Pt.) | 2 Bed 2 Bath Upper | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Amherst Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Amherst?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Amherst is at bantr Stevens Point listed at $1,099.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Amherst Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Amherst Apartment is $533 at Berkshire Stevens Point - Seniors (55+).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Amherst Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Amherst is starting from $785 at Tall Timbers.
What is the most affordable Amherst Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Amherst Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pheasant Run Apartments - Waupaca and starts from $1,175.
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