
Cheap Homes for Rent in Nelson, WI from $500 (8 Rentals)
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301 Main St E

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224 Main St E

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400 Main St E

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Nelson, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Nelson?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Nelson 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,500 | $825 | $2,300 |
Nelson 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,941 | $1,700 | $2,250 |
Nelson 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,425 | $2,000 | $3,350 |
Nelson 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $550 | $550 | $550 |
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Cheapest Available Nelson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Nelson, WI is a Studio unit found at Key Randall Apartments priced from $525. Dancing Oaks Apartments in the Menomonie Junction neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $677. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Nelson apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Key Randall Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $525 |
Dancing Oaks Apartments | 1 bedroom (50% Unit) | 1BR,1BA | $677 |
Lakeview Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nelson, WI and Nearby
As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Nelson area is the $1.19 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at River Glen in the in the North Rochester neighborhood starting from $1,665. The second greatest value Nelson apartment is the 16x72 Model at Country Valley starting at $995 with a $0.86 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Nelson apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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River Glen | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.19 |
Country Valley | 16x72 | 3BR,2BA | $0.86 |
Essex Place | Two Bedroom - Egret | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
Dancing Oaks Apartments | 2 bedroom (60% Unit) | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Golfview Crossing Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Olympik Village Apartments | Ares | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Fairway Woods Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Crossing Meadows | 60/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Thousand Oaks Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
River's Edge | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nelson
What type of rentals are currently available in Nelson?
There are currently 41 Apartments for Rent in Nelson, WI with pricing that ranges from $400 to $4,178. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Nelson ranging from $550 to $3,350.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Nelson?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Nelson ranges from $550 to $3,350 with an average monthly rent of $1,502.
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