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218 E South Island StAppleton, WI 54915
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Appleton, WI Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Appleton, WI

Pricing Updated: 07/20/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Appleton, WI area range in price from $570 to $14,914 with an overall median price of $3,761. The three Appleton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South Appleton at $849, Apple Creek Estates at $651, and Colony Oaks at $651. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Appleton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
South Appleton$1,950$84924
Apple Creek Estates$2,725$65190
Colony Oaks$2,725$65150
Grand Chute$3,931$57080
City Park Historic District$4,201$57065
Lawsburg$4,201$57067
Outer Appleton$4,201$570253
Downtown Appleton$4,961$57065
Northwood Park$4,961$65183

Cheapest Available Appleton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Appleton, WI is a 4 Beds unit found at Tech Village in the Outer Appleton neighborhood priced from $545. Craftsman Village of Appleton in the Downtown Appleton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $570. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Appleton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Tech Village4x24BR,2BA$545
Craftsman Village of Appleton2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$570
Crescent Lofts2x2-HV2BR,2BA$697
Forestview Ct. Apartments1 Bedroom upper1BR,1BA$750
Virginia Village1 Bed 1 Bath no garage1BR,1BA$849
Heritage Estates1 bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Wilson Heightsi Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
SCHAEFER CIRCLE2 Bedroom 1 Bath Upper2BR,1BA$905
Fox Village ApartmentsStudio - The Moua1BR,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Appleton, WI

As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Appleton area is the $1.04 price per square foot Odessa Model at Windgate Terrace in the in the Apple Creek Estates neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Appleton apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Craftsman Village of Appleton starting at $1,213 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the Downtown 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.
Windgate TerraceOdessa3BR,2BA$1.04
Craftsman Village of Appleton3 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$0.88
Willow Creek2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$0.93
Sunrise Park Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.95
Tech Village4x2 Premium4BR,2BA$0.73
Mapletrail1 Bed 1 Bath Upper1BR,1BA$1.03
Heritage EstatesUpper Xtra Large2BR,1BA$1.05
Crescent Lofts2x2-HV2BR,2BA$0.76
Heritage Estates1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.03
106 W Maes Ave, Unit 106106 W Maes Ave1BR,1BA$1.01

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Appleton Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Appleton?

The cheapest apartment in Appleton is Forestview Ct. Apartments which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Appleton costs $3,761.

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 16 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 $235 which is $3,526 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Appleton.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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