Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Appleton Neighborhood of Appleton, WI (161 Rentals)

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

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Neighborhood & Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Master your search for the perfect apartment. Location is everything. Discover how to leverage community insights, public data, and personal visits to make a fully informed decision about where to rent.

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property at 2419 S Schaefer St

$1,595

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3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 15

2419 S Schaefer St

AppletonWI54915
property at 2627 N Helen St

$1,700

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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2627 N Helen St

AppletonWI54911

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Downtown Appleton, Appleton, WI Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Tour smarter and choose with confidence. Get the essential 18 questions that reveal the truth about a rental property's maintenance, utilities, and safety.

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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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Downtown Appleton, Appleton, WI

Ranked #2

Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown Appleton, Appleton, and the greater Appleton area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have a family with children? Downtown Appleton is a leading residential area for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and access to the finest education opportunities.

Pet Friendly Rating

Are there dogs or cats in your life? this area has a reputation as one of the A-list neighborhoods for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Appleton

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Appleton area of Appleton, WI?

As of today, July 30, 2026, there are currently 161 available Downtown Appleton apartments priced from $570 to $15,011, with an average monthly rent of $1,489.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Appleton Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Appleton ranges from $725 to $5,306 with an average monthly rent of $1,312.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Appleton cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Appleton range from $570 to $4,312. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,428.

How expensive are Downtown Appleton Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 29 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Appleton on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $750 to $4,382 - averaging $2,231 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.