
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Independence, WI from $400 (42 Rentals)
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Key Randall Apartments

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Key Broadway Apartments

Jackson County Housing

Thousand Oaks

Galesville Greens

Rose Lane

RIVERS EDGE RESIDENCES
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Fairway Woods Apartments

Lakeview Manor Apartments

417 Washington St Apartments

Country Valley

North Country Apartments

The Howard Apartments

Golfview Crossing Apartments

Seven1Five
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Southridge East Apartments

Autumn Ridge

Otter Creek Apartments

The Woodspire

Meadows at Otter Creek

Azure

The Meadows (Amy Dr)

Fairway Apartments
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Hidden Glen Apartments

Field of Dreams

Madison Place

Prairie Park Apartments

River Run Apartments

615 S Dewey St

216 2nd Ave

302 Royal St
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Douglas Creek Apartments LLC

1215 S Dewey St Apartments

Englewood

1132 Vine St

The Maples

City Line Heights

2460 Golf Rd

3579 130th St
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Gateway Apartments

Peter Park
Independence, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Independence?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Independence Studio Apartments | $1,067 | $580 | $1,375 |
| Independence 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,339 | $450 | $2,550 |
| Independence 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,653 | $746 | $3,200 |
| Independence 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,443 | $786 | $2,590 |
| Independence 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
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Cheapest Available Independence Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Independence, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Metro Crossing in the Downtown Eau Claire neighborhood priced from $550. Jackson County Housing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $656. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Independence apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro Crossing | Single Bedroom - Shared Common Space | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Jackson County Housing | 1 BR Large | 1BR,1BA | $656 |
| Thousand Oaks | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| Galesville Greens | 2BR Rent based on 30% of income | 2BR,1BA | $746 |
| RIVERS EDGE RESIDENCES | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Lakeview Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| North Country Apartments | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Fairway Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $979 |
| Southridge East Apartments | 2Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $990 |
| Seven1Five | The Owen | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Independence, WI and Nearby
As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Independence area is the $1.08 price per square foot 3 Bdrm Townhome 60% Model at Hidden Glen Apartments in the starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Independence apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at The Meadows (Amy Dr) starting at $1,375 with a $1.18 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Independence apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Glen Apartments | 3 Bdrm Townhome 60% | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| The Meadows (Amy Dr) | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Southridge East Apartments | 2Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Golfview Crossing Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Otter Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom Upper | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| North Country Apartments | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Jackson County Housing | 1 BR Large | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Fairway Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Galesville Greens | 2BR Rent based on 30% of income | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| RIVERS EDGE RESIDENCES | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Independence Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Independence?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Independence is at Lakeview Manor Apartments listed at $800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Independence Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Independence Apartment is $550 at Metro Crossing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Independence Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Independence is starting from $746 at Galesville Greens.
What is the most affordable Independence Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Independence Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Galesville Greens and starts from $786.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.