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Woolen Mills Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Woolen Mills Lofts

218 E South Island StAppleton, WI 54915
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Regency Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Regency Court

2011 Regency CtAppleton, WI 54915
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TURTLE CAY
1 Bedroom Apartments

TURTLE CAY

2021 Regency CtAppleton, WI 54915
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Schaefer St Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Schaefer St Apartments

2212 S Schaefer StAppleton, WI 54915
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Appleton, WI Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Appleton, WI

Pricing Updated: 10/20/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Appleton, WI area range in price from $502 to $6,750 with an overall median price of $3,891. The three Appleton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Apple Creek Estates at $821, South Appleton at $955, and Colony Oaks at $821. 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$82133
South Appleton$1,950$95528
Colony Oaks$3,520$82134
Northwood Park$3,520$50254
City Park Historic District$4,861$502106
Downtown Appleton$4,861$502107
Grand Chute$4,861$502118
Lawsburg$4,861$502105
Outer Appleton$4,861$502233

Cheapest Available Appleton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Appleton, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Marquette Highlands Apartments in the Downtown Appleton neighborhood priced from $730. Forestview Ct. Apartments in the Downtown Appleton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Appleton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Marquette Highlands Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$730
Forestview Ct. Apartments1bd upper1BR,1BA$750
Wilson Heights1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$795
Aspen Ridge1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$899
Lakeview Ridge1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$899
Lynndale Apartments3rd Floor W/O Dishwasher2BR,1BA$900
Village Park Apartments-AppletonVP 1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$955
Skyview Apartments2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$959
Virginia Village1 Bed 1 Bath no garage1BR,1BA$969
Applegate Apartments1 Bedroom and Den (Traditional)1BR,1BA$975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Appleton, WI

As of October 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Appleton area is the $0.77 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Woolen Mills Lofts in the in the Downtown Appleton neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Appleton apartment is the The Silverstone - 1100-1200 Sqft Model at Silver Springs Apartments starting at $1,260 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Outer Appleton 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.
Woolen Mills Lofts2x22BR,2BA$0.77
Silver Springs ApartmentsThe Silverstone - 1100-1200 Sqft2BR,1.5BA$1.05
Sunrise Park Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.93
MIDWAY GARDENS2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Upper2BR,1BA$0.92
Skyview Apartments2 bedroom 1 bathroom2BR,1BA$0.96
Spencer Village Apartments2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.01
1829 N Richmond St, Unit 11829 N Richmond St2BR,1BA$0.98
904 E Airport Rd, Unit 6904 E Airport Rd2BR,1BA$1.02
Wilson Heights2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.99
Marquette Highlands Apartments1 bedroom1BR,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 a cheap apartment in Appleton?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Appleton is under $975.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Appleton?

The cheapest apartment in Appleton is Marquette Highlands Apartments which is listed at $730, while the average apartment in Appleton costs $3,891.

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 21 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 $388 which is $3,503 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Appleton.

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