
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Racine Neighborhood of Racine, WI from $400 (30 Rentals)
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The Harbor at State and Main - 55+ Community

Riverbend Condominiums

Total Monthly Price
2060 Summit Ave, Unit Lower

East Park Towers

Lakeshore Towers

2022 Washington Ave
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209-217 Howland Ave

1540-1544 Park Ave

512 8th St

909 College Ave

311 11th St

1045 Grand Ave
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Wilmanor Apartments

Mitchell Wagon Lofts

Belle Harbor Lofts

Arcade Apartments

Parkview Manor

Lincoln School
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RIVERVIEW MANOR

Park Lane Apartments

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Washington Highlands

College Avenue

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Executive Inn Apartments
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Douglas Avenue Apartments
Downtown Racine, Racine, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Racine?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Racine Studio Apartments | $1,515 | $1,240 | $2,065 |
| Downtown Racine 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,567 | $1,465 | $1,630 |
| Downtown Racine 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,231 | $895 | $1,995 |
| Downtown Racine 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,897 | $1,495 | $2,300 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Racine Neighborhood of Racine, WI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Racine Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Racine area of Racine, WI is a Studio unit found at 2117 Slauson Ave - (6 unit) priced from $475. 831 College Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Downtown Racine apartments for rent in Racine, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2117 Slauson Ave - (6 unit) | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $475 |
| 831 College Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 614 6th St. (12 Unit +2 Commercial) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| 825 Wisconsin Ave - 6 Unit | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| The Harbor at State and Main - 55+ Community | Two-Bedroom One-Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,024 |
| Breakwater 233 | A1 | Studio,1BA | $1,240 |
| Riverbend Condominiums | 2B2B | 2BR,2BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Racine, WI
As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Racine area is the $1.10 price per square foot 2B2B Model at Riverbend Condominiums in the in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Downtown 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 Downtown Racine apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverbend Condominiums | 2B2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| The Harbor at State and Main - 55+ Community | Two-Bedroom One-Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| 614 6th St. (12 Unit +2 Commercial) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| 825 Wisconsin Ave - 6 Unit | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Breakwater 233 | A1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.58 |
| 831 College Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
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This website is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Wisconsin, including Racine. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Racine Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Racine?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Racine is 831 College Ave which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Downtown Racine costs $1,585.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 1 regular apartments in Downtown Racine that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.