Cheap Homes for Rent in Eau Claire, WI from $300 (16 Rentals)

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property at 506 Dodge St

$380

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4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 1

506 Dodge St

Eau ClaireWI54701
property at 1025 Briar Ln

$920

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$920

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$920

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 1

1025 Briar Ln, Unit 1015

1025 Briar Ln
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property at 3206 Brian St

$920

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$920

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 1

3206 Brian St

Eau ClaireWI54701
property at 1817 Kendall St

$995

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$995

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$995

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1817 Kendall St

Eau ClaireWI54703

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property at 1422 E Clairemont Ave

$1,095

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$1,095

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$1,095

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 1

1422 E Clairemont Ave

Eau ClaireWI54701
property at 3129 Runway Ave

$1,100

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$1,100

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3129 Runway Ave

Eau ClaireWI54703

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property at 928 Court Cir

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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928 Court Cir

AltoonaWI54720
property at 1815 Rist Ave

$1,150

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$1,150

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$1,150

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Oct 1

1815 Rist Ave

Eau ClaireWI54701
property at 729 Chippewa St

$1,150

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$1,150

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 1

729 Chippewa St

Eau ClaireWI54703
property at 110 Niagara St

$1,170

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$1,170

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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110 Niagara St

Eau ClaireWI54703

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Eau Claire, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Eau Claire, WI

Pricing Updated: 06/14/2026

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$1,900$38014

Cheapest Available Eau Claire Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Eau Claire, WI is a 2 Beds unit found at The Eddy in the Downtown Eau Claire neighborhood priced from $500. Englewood in the Downtown Eau Claire neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $832. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Eau Claire apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The EddyTwo Bedroom - Income Based Rent2BR,2BA$500
Englewood2 Bedroom - Chippewa Falls2BR,1BA$832
417 Washington St Apartments1BD/1BA (Traditional)1BR,1BA$875
The Maples1BD/1BA Renovated1BR,1BA$875
2908 Birch St2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eau Claire, WI

As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eau Claire area is the $1.12 price per square foot 528 Union St Model at 528 Union St, Unit B in the in the Downtown Eau Claire neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Eau Claire apartment is the 1011 2nd Ave Model at 1011 2nd Ave, Unit 1 starting at $550 with a $0.38 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.
528 Union St, Unit B528 Union St4BR,1BA$1.12
1011 2nd Ave, Unit 11011 2nd Ave1BR,1BA$0.38
City Line HeightsRedwood3BR,2BA$1.15
The CurrentTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.27
4532 Arrowhead DrUpstairs Two Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.04
Englewood2 Bedroom - Chippewa Falls2BR,1BA$0.92
1404 Hayden Ave, Unit #31404 Hayden Ave2BR,1BA$1.00
Otter Creek ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Upper2BR,1BA$1.28
2908 Birch St2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.16
417 Washington St Apartments1BD/1BA (Traditional)1BR,1BA$1.35

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Frequently Asked Questions about Eau Claire

What type of rentals are currently available in Eau Claire?

There are currently 400 Apartments for Rent in Eau Claire, WI with pricing that ranges from $500 to $2,950. There are also 57 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Eau Claire ranging from $380 to $5,000.

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 $380 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,519.

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 $800 to $2,805, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $380 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,800.

Expert Rental Resources

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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

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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.