Cheap Apartments for Rent in Racine, WI from $400 (37 Rentals)

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Pleasant Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pleasant Apartments

2800 Mt Pleasant StRacine, WI 53404
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5107 Byrd Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5107 Byrd Ave

5107 Byrd AveRacine, WI 53406
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Cedar Bend Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Bend Apartments

3200 Indiana StRacine, WI 53405
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Northwestern Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Northwestern Gardens

2400-2420 Northwestern AveRacine, WI 53404
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Oakview Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Oakview Manor

4720 Byrd AveRacine, WI 53406
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Biscayne Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Biscayne Apartments

4910 Biscayne AveRacine, WI 53406
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Wilmanor Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wilmanor Apartments

255 N Memorial DrRacine, WI 53404
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Greenbriar Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Greenbriar Apartments

1445-1455 S Emmertsen RdRacine, WI 53406
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Racine Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Racine Apartments

645 S Green Bay RdRacine, WI 53406
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Allegro Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Allegro Apartments

4035 Erie StRacine, WI 53402
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Column Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Column Apartments

2225 Layard AveRacine, WI 53404
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4330 Kennedy Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

4330 Kennedy Dr

4330 Kennedy DrRacine, WI 53404
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RIVERVIEW MANOR
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

RIVERVIEW MANOR

1403 W 6th StRacine, WI 53404
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Bell Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bell Pointe

4311 Durand AveRacine, WI 53405
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3013 90th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

3013 90th St

3013 90th StSturtevant, WI 53177
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Racine, WI Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Racine, WI

Pricing Updated: 09/14/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Racine, WI area range in price from $650 to $5,080 with an overall median price of $1,983. The three Racine neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Wind Point at $740, Downtown Racine at $650, and Uptown Racine at $740. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Racine Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Wind Point$1,495$74014
Downtown Racine$1,500$65095
Uptown Racine$1,750$740170
Caledonia$2,350$79510
Mount Pleasant$2,350$650237
Sturtevant$2,456$89062

Cheapest Available Racine Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Racine, WI is a Studio unit found at The Maples in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood priced from $735. Park Lane Apartments in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $780. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Racine apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The MaplesA3Studio,1BA$735
Park Lane ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$780
Parkview ManorStudioStudio,1BA$800
Mitchell Wagon Lofts2 Bed/1 Bath Affordable2BR,1BA$822
Indian Hills ApartmentsUpdated One Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Arcade Apartments1 Bed/ 1 Bath Affordable1BR,1BA$1,018
The Harbor at State and Main - 55+ CommunityTwo-Bedroom One-Bath2BR,1BA$1,024

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Racine, WI

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Racine area is the $0.88 price per square foot 236 Main St Model at 236 Main St, Unit Mahoffers apartments in the in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Racine apartment is the Two-Bedroom One-Bath Model at The Harbor at State and Main - 55+ Community starting at $1,024 with a $0.85 price per square foot in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Racine apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
236 Main St, Unit Mahoffers apartments236 Main St2BR,1BA$0.88
The Harbor at State and Main - 55+ CommunityTwo-Bedroom One-Bath2BR,1BA$0.85
1201 Dr Martin Luther King Dr, Unit Upper1201 Dr Martin Luther King Dr3BR,1BA$0.92
Mitchell Wagon Lofts1 Bedroom Affordable1BR,1BA$0.85
2112 Clarence Ave, Unit Upper2112 Clarence Ave2BR,1BA$0.95
Arcade Apartments1 Bed/ 1 Bath Affordable1BR,1BA$1.02
Central Park ApartmentsTwo Bed 1 Bath A2BR,1BA$1.16
Windpoint ApartmentsPlan E2BR,1.5BA$1.25
1715 N Main St, Unit Upper1715 N Main St2BR,1BA$1.22
Indian Hills ApartmentsRemodeled One Bedroom Den1BR,1BA$1.25

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Racine Overview

Located on the banks of the scenic Lake Michigan and just a short drive from the excitement of Milwaukee, Racine is a charming city wrapped in the natural splendor of the great state of Wisconsin. An industry-heavy blue collar destination, Racine effortlessly combines winning amenities with an intangible welcoming spirit, yielding an excellent mid-western spot to live, work and play.

Why live in Racine, WI?

From the scenic marina district to the long and proud history as a 'city of industry', Racine apartments make an excellent option for anyone eager to discover all that life in Wisconsin has to offer. Flush with an abundance of historical landmarks and quaint eateries, this slice of midwestern charm is brimming with an ambiance all its own.

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Getting Around Racine, WI

Walk Score®

57 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

31 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Racine Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Racine?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Racine is under $1,024.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Racine?

The cheapest apartment in Racine is The Maples which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Racine costs $1,983.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Racine?

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 41 regular apartments in Racine 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 Racine?

Cheap apartments in Racine have an average cost of $251 which is $1,732 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Racine.

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