
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cornell, WI from $400 (40 Rentals)
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311 Main St

Lindoo School Apartments and Townhomes

The Eddy

Flambeau Village Apartments

808 Jefferson Ave

1215 S Dewey St Apartments

126 W Cedar St., Unit 126½ W Cedar St, Unit 126½ W Cedar St
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960 1st Ave

Englewood

3 Division St

The Howard Apartments

417 Washington St Apartments

The Grand

2908 Birch St

1133 Technology Way
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Otter Creek Apartments

AFR Apartments

Southridge East Apartments

4532 Arrowhead Dr

Songbird Apartments

Alto Station

Seven1Five

Homestead Village 55+ Senior Community
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The Current

Autumn Ridge

339 E Canal St

Cannery Square

Prairie Heights Residences

Meadows at Otter Creek

428 N Barstow St

301 Main St E
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1811 11th St E

1112 Devney Dr

614a N Chestnut Ave

1118 Dutchman Ct

1035 N Alvey St

1141 Technology Way

400 Main St E

312 Wisconsin Street
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Cornell, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cornell?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell Studio Apartments | $1,016 | $735 | $1,225 |
| Cornell 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,304 | $466 | $2,000 |
| Cornell 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,681 | $500 | $2,950 |
| Cornell 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,255 | $640 | $1,509 |
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Cheapest Available Cornell Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cornell, WI is a 2 Beds unit found at The Eddy in the Downtown Eau Claire neighborhood priced from $500. 808 Jefferson Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cornell apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Eddy | Two Bedroom - Income Based Rent | 2BR,2BA | $500 |
| 808 Jefferson Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Englewood | 2 Bedroom - Chippewa Falls | 2BR,1BA | $832 |
| The Grand | The Washington | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| 1133 Technology Way | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Flambeau Village Apartments | Two Bedroom Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $930 |
| Otter Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom Upper | 2BR,1BA | $960 |
| Lindoo School Apartments and Townhomes | 2x1-V | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
| 4532 Arrowhead Dr | Upstairs Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $990 |
| Southridge East Apartments | 2Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $990 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cornell, WI and Nearby
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cornell area is the $1.08 price per square foot 3BR Townhouse 60% Model at Songbird Apartments in the starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Cornell apartment is the Two Bedroom Deluxe Model at Flambeau Village Apartments starting at $930 with a $0.78 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Cornell apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Songbird Apartments | 3BR Townhouse 60% | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| Flambeau Village Apartments | Two Bedroom Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| Southridge East Apartments | 2Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 1133 Technology Way | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 4532 Arrowhead Dr | Upstairs Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Lindoo School Apartments and Townhomes | 2x1-V | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Englewood | 2 Bedroom - Chippewa Falls | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Prairie Heights Residences | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Otter Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom Lower | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 808 Jefferson Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cornell Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cornell?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cornell is at Alto Station listed at $995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cornell Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cornell Apartment is $695 at 808 Jefferson Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cornell Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cornell is starting from $500 at The Eddy.
What is the most affordable Cornell Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cornell Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lindoo School Apartments and Townhomes and starts from $1,095.
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