
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown La Crosse Neighborhood of La Crosse, WI from $500 (45 Rentals)
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Gund Brewery Lofts

Haven on Main

922 Cameron Ave

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2121 Cameron Ave, Unit 2121

1502 Mississippi St, Unit 1502

WEDGEWOOD COMMONS

615 Market St

719 5th Ave S
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1220 7th St S, Unit 1220 7th St S

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1616 West Ave S

The Hub on 6th

1133 9th St S

541 Cass St

1224 Ferry St

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625 9th St N

717 5th Ave S

816 Cass St
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220 20th St N

The Millennial

Badger West Residences

605 Hood St

C & C Residences

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1219 8th St S, Unit 1219

Elliott Arms Apartments

1504 Mississippi St

1025-1027 Redfield St
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1710 Market St

912 8th St S

937 Johnson St

Grandview Lofts

1020 Adams St

602-604 9th St N

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222 Jay St, Unit #212

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1624 West Ave S, Unit 1624

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Salzer II Apartments

316 & 400 Monitor Apartments

Salzer Square Apartments

Grandview Plaza

Oakland Village

Collective on 4th

Adams on 7th Apartments

1132 Vine St

Farnam Flats
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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 | $940 | $775 | $1,870 |
| Downtown La Crosse 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,143 | $700 | $1,949 |
| Downtown La Crosse 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,421 | $650 | $2,855 |
| Downtown La Crosse 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,548 | $825 | $2,800 |
| Downtown La Crosse 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $1,600 | $1,950 |
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There are currently 45 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 Grandview Lofts priced from $795. The Hub on 6th has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Downtown La Crosse apartments for rent in La crosse, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grandview Lofts | Studios | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| 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 |
| WEDGEWOOD COMMONS | Studio | Studio,1BA | $955 |
| Elliott Arms Apartments | Deluxe Corner Studio (Includes Heat) | Studio,1BA | $970 |
| Michael Heights | Apt 102 - 1 Bed 1 Bath w/ Den | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown La Crosse, WI
As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown La Crosse area is the $1.13 price per square foot 207 4th St S Model at 207 4th St S, Unit 301 in the in the Downtown La Crosse neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Downtown La Crosse apartment is the 4 BR Model at The Vine starting at $635 with a $0.47 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 207 4th St S, Unit 301 | 207 4th St S | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| The Vine | 4 BR | 4BR,2BA | $0.47 |
| 1125-1135 State Street | 1135 State 3 BR | 3BR,1BA | $0.49 |
| The Residences @ 1027 | 2 Beds/2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Gund Brewery Lofts | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| The Millennial | 2-Bedroom in Main Building | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.60 |
| 2121 Cameron Ave, Unit 2121 | 2121 Cameron Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Driftless Senior Apartments and Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath (ages 55+) - 80% Income Limit | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Michael Heights | Apt 101 - 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 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 $999.
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 $1,200.
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 20 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 $431 which is $769 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown La Crosse.
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