
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mattoon, WI from $500 (48 Rentals)
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Aspen Village

Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace

City Walk Senior Apartments for Seniors 55+

Wausau Columns Apartments

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Fox Run Apartments

The Landmark

Oak Ridge Apartments

Ross Avenue Apartments
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Park Ridge

The Glenderry

Water's Edge Apartments

Natures Way Estates

Weston Pines

Wausau East Townhomes

Charlotte Court Apartments

Historic Lincoln School

Mountain Bay Apartment Homes
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Island Place Apartments

bantr Weston

Winding Ridge Estates

Grand Avenue Luxury Apartment Homes

Prosser Place Estates

Metro Center Apartments

Foundry on 3rd

Towering Pines

Scholfield Mill Apartments
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Lake Pointe Apartments

East Gate Apartments

Elementary School Apartments

Woodland Chalet Apartments

East High Apartments

539 Elm St

385 Cross St

127 Woodlawn Ave

1720 5th St S
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SCS Shawano

313 Callon St

221 Witter St

1168 Shawano Ave

460 Washington St

Radtke Apartments

607 Grant St

2344 Canter Ln

1011 Steuben St
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512 N 12th St

315 W Wausau Ave

1115 15th Ave S
Mattoon, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mattoon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mattoon Studio Apartments | $1,325 | $550 | $1,460 |
| Mattoon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,485 | $618 | $2,870 |
| Mattoon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,617 | $699 | $3,450 |
| Mattoon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $610 | $3,300 |
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Cheapest Available Mattoon Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mattoon, WI is a Studio unit found at Pioneer Village Apartments priced from $550. Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $618. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mattoon apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Village Apartments | Studio Pioneer Village Complex | Studio,1BA | $550 |
| Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace | Riverview Terrace 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $618 |
| City Walk Senior Apartments for Seniors 55+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Wausau Columns Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
| The Landmark | 1 BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Park Ridge | 6315 Labrador Rd 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Oak Ridge Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Ross Avenue Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| The Glenderry | Two Bed 60% | 2BR,1BA | $889 |
| Natures Way Estates | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mattoon, WI and Nearby
As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mattoon area is the $1.10 price per square foot Kingston 3 BR Upper-1 (Big Rib) Model at River Trail Estates in the starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Mattoon apartment is the 2bed 1 bath upper Model at Grand Avenue Luxury Apartment Homes starting at $1,049 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mattoon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Trail Estates | Kingston 3 BR Upper-1 (Big Rib) | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Grand Avenue Luxury Apartment Homes | 2bed 1 bath upper | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Historic Lincoln School | 2B60 | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Weston Pines | 2 Bedroom Lower 60% | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Aspen Village | 2X1S | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Park Ridge | 6315 Labrador Rd 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Natures Way Estates | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Oak Ridge Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Glenderry | Two Bed 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Ross Avenue Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mattoon Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mattoon?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mattoon is at Pioneer Village Apartments listed at $550.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mattoon Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mattoon Apartment is $618 at Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mattoon Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mattoon is starting from $699 at Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace.
What is the most affordable Mattoon Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mattoon Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Weston Pines and starts from $1,045.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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