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227305 Boulder Ridge CirWausau, WI 54401
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Marathon, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Marathon Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Marathon, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood priced from $618. Wausau Columns Apartments in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $720. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Marathon apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Riverview Towers and Riverview TerraceRiverview Terrace 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$618
Wausau Columns Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$720
Island Place Apartments - On the RiverStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$795
Kannenberg Plaza1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$826
Ross Avenue ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$875
Elementary School Apartments2B602BR,2BA$899
Mountain Crest1 Bed 1 Bath Upper w/1 Car Garage1BR,1BA$899
The Landmark1 BR 1BA1BR,1BA$925
East High Apartmentsm046a61BR,1BA$945
Wausau East Townhomes2 Bedroom Townhome 50%2BR,1BA$947

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Marathon, WI and Nearby

As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Marathon area is the $0.71 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhome 60% Model at Wausau East Townhomes in the in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood starting from $1,096. The second greatest value Marathon apartment is the Scout 2 BR Upper Model at Westwood Estates - Wausau starting at $1,749 with a $1.21 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Marathon apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Wausau East Townhomes2 Bedroom Townhome 60%2BR,1.5BA$0.71
Westwood Estates - WausauScout 2 BR Upper2BR,2BA$1.21
Whispering Pines3 Bedroom Townhouse3BR,2BA$0.98
Blue Stone EstatesWillow 3 BR Lower3BR,2BA$1.24
Sherman Oaks Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath w/ 1 Car Garage2BR,1BA$1.19
Oak Ridge ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.15
Elementary School Apartments2B503BR,2BA$1.23
The Landmark1 BR 1BA1BR,1BA$1.18
East High Apartmentsm046a61BR,1BA$1.26
Ross Avenue ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.18

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Getting Around Marathon, WI

Walk Score®

18 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

21 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Marathon Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Marathon?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Marathon is at Island Place Apartments - On the River listed at $795.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Marathon Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Marathon Apartment is $618 at Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Marathon Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Marathon is starting from $699 at Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace.

What is the most affordable Marathon Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Marathon Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Elementary School Apartments and starts from $999.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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.

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