
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown La Crosse Neighborhood of La Crosse, WI from $500 (52 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown La Crosse area of La Crosse.


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510 9th St N, Unit 510

922 Cameron Ave, Unit 924

Grand River Station

WEDGEWOOD COMMONS

922 Cameron Ave, Unit 922

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1812 20th St S, Unit 1812

541 Cass St

1133 9th St S

The Hub on 6th
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1616 West Ave S

Gund Brewery Lofts

The Millennial

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926 17th St S, Unit 1

717 5th Ave S

2119-2121 16th St S

499 5th Ave S, Unit 4995thAvenueSouth

Badger West Residences

C & C Residences

2528 15th St S, Unit 2528 15th St South
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1324 Adams St, Unit 1324 Adams St

1033 Redfield St, Unit 1033

Elliott Arms Apartments

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908 7th St S, Unit 908

1504 Mississippi St

1412 Market St

1026 Farnam St

1512 Market St

1025-1027 Redfield St

Grandview Lofts
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937 Johnson St

216 West Ave, Unit 5

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1403 Farnam St, Unit 1403 Farnam st

616 9th St S

1224 7th St S, Unit 1224

1929 Victory St

The Driftless Senior Apartments and Townhomes

1214 West Ave S

1442 Redfield St

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222 Jay St, Unit #212
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906 Cass St, Unit 906 Cass S

Silvernail Apartments

Salzer II Apartments

316 & 400 Monitor Apartments

Salzer Square Apartments

Grandview Plaza

Oakland Village

Collective on 4th

Adams on 7th Apartments

1132 Vine St
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Downtown La Crosse, La crosse, WI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown La Crosse?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown La Crosse Studio Apartments | $978 | $695 | $1,870 |
| Downtown La Crosse 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,167 | $795 | $1,949 |
| Downtown La Crosse 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,458 | $880 | $2,550 |
| Downtown La Crosse 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,660 | $775 | $3,000 |
| Downtown La Crosse 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,016 | $1,950 | $2,100 |
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There are currently 52 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown La Crosse Neighborhood of La Crosse, WI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown La Crosse Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown La Crosse area of La crosse, WI is a Studio unit found at The Hub on 6th priced from $850. Badger West Residences has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $920. Here are the most affordable Downtown La Crosse apartments for rent in La crosse, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hub on 6th | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Badger West Residences | Ori Flex Studio | Studio,1BA | $920 |
| Gund Brewery Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
| C & C Residences | Ori Shift Studio | Studio,1BA | $930 |
| Elliott Arms Apartments | Deluxe Corner Studio | Studio,1BA | $970 |
| The Driftless Senior Apartments and Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath (ages 55+) - 80% Income Limit | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Michael Heights | Apt 106 - 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Grand River Station | 2 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,154 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown La Crosse, WI
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown La Crosse area is the $1.05 price per square foot 904 Vine St Model at 904 Vine St, Unit 904 in the in the Downtown La Crosse neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Downtown La Crosse apartment is the 4 BD / 1 BA Model at McDonald Flats on King starting at $1,950 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Downtown La Crosse neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown La Crosse apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 904 Vine St, Unit 904 | 904 Vine St | 4BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| McDonald Flats on King | 4 BD / 1 BA | 4BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| The Vine | 3 BR LARGER Rooms Apt 205/305 | 3BR,1BA | $0.55 |
| 1125-1135 State Street | 1135 State 3 BR | 3BR,1BA | $0.53 |
| 908 7th St S, Unit 908 | 908 7th St S | 3BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 231 8th St N, Unit 231 N 8th St | 231 8th St N | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Gund Brewery Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Grand River Station | 2 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| The Millennial | 2-Bedroom in Main Building | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.60 |
| The Hub on 6th | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown La Crosse Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown La Crosse?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown La Crosse is under $1,154.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown La Crosse?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown La Crosse is Gund Brewery Lofts which is listed at $929, while the average apartment in Downtown La Crosse costs $2,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown La Crosse?
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 34 regular apartments in Downtown La Crosse 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 La Crosse?
Cheap apartments in Downtown La Crosse have an average cost of $248 which is $1,752 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown La Crosse.
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