
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Eau Claire, WI from $345 (215 Rentals)
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912 Graham Ave

908 Water St

528 Germania St

321 Earl St

838 Menomonie St

2227 3rd St

414 Talmadge St

516 Hudson St

202 Washington St
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913 Lakeside Ave

147 Newton St

703 5th Ave

2327 4th St

410 5th Ave

914 5th Ave

1515 Wilson St

640 Niagara St

1219 State St

308 Jefferson St
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320 8th Ave

318 Gilbert Ave

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438 Hudson St, Unit B

The Eddy

914 S Barstow St

515 1/2 Broadway St

515 Broadway St

1325 State St

739 Broadway St

120 Illinois St
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2026 4th St

109 10th Ave

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1011 2nd Ave, Unit 1

217 Lake St

221 10th Ave

919 Lakeside Ave

622 Hudson St

532 Franklin St

2307 4th St

705 E Grand Ave
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846 E Grand Ave, Unit 2

204 Cameron St

1104 Birch St

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804 Ferry St, Unit 804 1/2 Ferry Street

418 N Barstow St

107 Elizabeth St

545 Balcom St

1563 E Madison St

611-611 1/2 Bergen Ave

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1043 Barland St, Unit #3
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Eau Claire, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eau Claire?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Eau Claire Studio Apartments | $1,106 | $750 | $1,400 |
| Cheap Eau Claire 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $500 | $2,450 |
| Cheap Eau Claire 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,592 | $345 | $3,200 |
| Cheap Eau Claire 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,255 | $395 | $2,590 |
| Cheap Eau Claire 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,218 | $395 | $2,695 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Eau Claire, WI
Pricing Updated: 09/06/2026Current apartment rentals in the Eau Claire, WI area range in price from $345 to $3,200 with an overall median price of $1,325. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Eau Claire Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Eau Claire | $1,325 | $345 | 228 |
Cheapest Available Eau Claire Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Eau Claire, WI is a 3 Beds unit found at 2107 Birch St in the Downtown Eau Claire neighborhood priced from $350. The Eddy in the Downtown Eau Claire neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Eau Claire apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2107 Birch St | 3BR/1BA | 3BR,1BA | $350 |
| The Eddy | Two Bedroom - Income Based Rent | 2BR,2BA | $500 |
| 415 Putnam St | #1 | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| 2328 Sessions | 2 Bedroom Lower | 2BR,1BA | $785 |
| 1103 Meridian | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eau Claire, WI
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eau Claire area is the $0.38 price per square foot 1011 2nd Ave Model at 1011 2nd Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown Eau Claire neighborhood starting from $550. The second greatest value Eau Claire apartment is the 1023 E Grand Ave Model at 1023 E Grand Ave, Unit 1023 starting at $1,000 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the Downtown Eau Claire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eau Claire apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1011 2nd Ave, Unit 1 | 1011 2nd Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.38 |
| 1023 E Grand Ave, Unit 1023 | 1023 E Grand Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| 515 N Dewey St, Unit 515 N Dewey St Unit B | 515 N Dewey St | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| 4532 Arrowhead Dr | Upstairs Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 2107 Birch St | 3BR/1BA | 3BR,1BA | $0.39 |
| 1043 Barland St, Unit #3 | 1043 Barland St | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| 1710 Goff Ave, Unit 3 | 1710 Goff Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| The Eddy | Two Bedroom - Income Based Rent | 2BR,1BA | $0.57 |
| 846 E Grand Ave, Unit 2 | 846 E Grand Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 438 Hudson St, Unit B | 438 Hudson St | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
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Eau Claire Overview
Roughly translating to mean 'good water', Eau Claire is a bustling city located in the heart of Wisconsin. Combining welcoming ambiance and plenty of exquisite natural scenery, this blue collar hot spot is home to over 60,000 proud residents and an excellent choice for anyone in the market for a new place to call home in the Mid-West.
Why live in Eau Claire, WI?
Home to a wide array of public parks, sporting teams and an increasingly thriving arts community, Eau Claire apartments are consistently in demand for good reason. 'America's Promise' listed the city as one of its 'Top 100 Spots For Young People', and Eau Claire is designated as a 'Tree City', one of the first in Wisconsin to be so. Brimming with Mid-Western charm, Eau Claire rentals are an excellent way to connect with this dynamic city.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eau Claire Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Eau Claire?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Eau Claire is under $795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Eau Claire?
The cheapest apartment in Eau Claire is 414 Doty St Apartments which is listed at $925, while the average apartment in Eau Claire costs $1,325.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Eau Claire?
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 24 regular apartments in Eau Claire 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 Eau Claire?
Cheap apartments in Eau Claire have an average cost of $225 which is $1,100 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Eau Claire.
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