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property at 431 Washington St

$530

6 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1, 2026

431 Washington St

Eau ClaireWI54701

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property at 1025 Briar Ln

$900

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jan 1, 2026

1025 Briar Ln

AltoonaWI54720
property at 3206 Brian St

$900

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jan 15, 2026

3206 Brian St

Eau ClaireWI54701
property at 442 Ferry St

$975

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Now

442 Ferry St

Eau ClaireWI54703

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Eau Claire, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Eau Claire, WI

Pricing Updated: 12/19/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Eau Claire, WI area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Eau Claire Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Eau Claire$1,975$47522

Cheapest Available Eau Claire Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Eau Claire, WI is a 3 Beds unit found at 428 Chippewa St in the Downtown Eau Claire neighborhood priced from $360. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
428 Chippewa St3BR/1BA3BR,1BA$360
The EddyTwo Bedroom - Income Based Rent2BR,2BA$500
Englewood2 Bedroom - Chippewa Falls2BR,1BA$805
743 N Eddy St3BR/1BA3BR,1BA$850
417 Washington St Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eau Claire, WI

As of December 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eau Claire area is the $0.79 price per square foot 2265 Frank St Model at 2265 Frank St, Unit 2265 in the in the Downtown Eau Claire neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Eau Claire apartment is the 3374 Stein Blvd Model at 3374 Stein Blvd, Unit 3374 starting at $1,175 with a $0.98 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2265 Frank St, Unit 22652265 Frank St2BR,2BA$0.79
3374 Stein Blvd, Unit 33743374 Stein Blvd3BR,1BA$0.98
618 S Farwell St, Unit East Tower Apartment618 S Farwell St1BR,1BA$0.85
4532 Arrowhead Dr2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.98
Southridge East Apartments2Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.98
Englewood2 Bedroom - Chippewa Falls2BR,1BA$0.89
1404 Hayden Ave, Unit #31404 Hayden Ave2BR,1BA$1.00
428 Chippewa St3BR/1BA3BR,1BA$0.42
206 Broadway St, Unit C206 Broadway St2BR,1BA$1.04
The EddyOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.77

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Eau Claire, WI
Population: 68,866

Ranked #524

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Eau Claire

What type of rentals are currently available in Eau Claire?

There are currently 424 Apartments for Rent in Eau Claire, WI with pricing that ranges from $335 to $2,900. There are also 79 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Eau Claire ranging from $475 to $2,320.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Eau Claire?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Eau Claire ranges from $475 to $2,320 with an average monthly rent of $1,518.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Eau Claire?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Eau Claire range from $350 to $2,205, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $475 to $2,195. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,340 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $375.

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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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.