Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Eau Claire Neighborhood of Eau Claire, WI from $300 (78 Rentals)

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property at 321 Earl St

321 Earl St

Eau ClaireWI54701
property at 838 Menomonie St

838 Menomonie St

Eau ClaireWI54703

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 444 Lake St

444 Lake St

Eau ClaireWI54703

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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property at 703 5th Ave

703 5th Ave

Eau ClaireWI54703

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

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property at 924 Water St

924 Water St

Eau ClaireWI54703
property at 457 Summit Ave

457 Summit Ave

Eau ClaireWI54701

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

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Downtown Eau Claire, Eau Claire, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Eau Claire Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Eau Claire area of Eau Claire, WI is a 2 Beds unit found at The Eddy priced from $500. 902 5th Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $500. Here are the most affordable Downtown Eau Claire apartments for rent in Eau Claire, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The EddyTwo Bedroom - Income Based Rent2BR,2BA$500
902 5th AveBy Bed1BR,1BA$500
Prairie Heights Residences1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$559
415 Putnam StEfficiencyStudio,1BA$650
2012 4th St1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$665
1001 Main St1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$750
417 Washington St Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$865

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Eau Claire, WI

As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Eau Claire area is the $0.80 price per square foot 4BR/2BA Model at 1118 S Barstow St in the in the Downtown Eau Claire neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Downtown Eau Claire apartment is the 4BR/1BA Model at 812 Chippewa St starting at $1,100 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the Downtown Eau Claire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Eau Claire apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1118 S Barstow St4BR/2BA4BR,2BA$0.80
812 Chippewa St4BR/1BA4BR,1BA$0.71
1417 Birch St3BR/1BA3BR,1BA$0.73
618 S Farwell St, Unit East Tower Apartment618 S Farwell St1BR,1BA$0.85
4532 Arrowhead Dr2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.00
415 W Grand Ave3BR/1BA3BR,1BA$1.05
1620 Whipple St3BR/1BA3BR,1BA$1.06
1021 2nd Ave3BR/1BA3BR,1BA$1.00
Prairie Heights Residences1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.80
The EddyOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.77

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Eau Claire, Eau Claire, WI

Ranked #1

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Eau Claire Neighborhood in Eau Claire, WI

Walk Score®

68 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Eau Claire Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Eau Claire?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Eau Claire is under $865.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Eau Claire?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Eau Claire is The Eddy which is listed at $500, while the average apartment in Downtown Eau Claire costs $1,590.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 36 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Eau Claire?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Eau Claire have an average cost of $480 which is $1,110 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Eau Claire.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.