
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rio, WI from $875 (57 Rentals)
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161 E Old Us Hwy 16 E

Argent Apartments of Rio

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Freedom Ring Apartments

Fox Ridge

The Baehron

KESTREL RIDGE

Portage Commons Apartments

Fox Run Apartments

Coachlite Apartments
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Deforest Town Square

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Canterbury Court Apartments

Silver Lake Apartments

Iron Gate

The Crest at Cardinal Heights - FULLY LEASED

Crosstown of Sun Prairie

ROLLING WOODS

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Cannery Square Apartments

2426 Independence Ln, Unit 211
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114 W Grant St

The Residences Apartments at Bear Tree | DeForest, WI

The Park

Gateway Commons

The McHenry

Covered Bridge Residences

Point Gardens Apartments

Monarch on Main

Stonewood Rental

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North Towne Apartments and Townhomes
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FOX CROSSING ESTATES

Manchester Place Apartments

Residences at DeForest Yards

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Apartments on Main

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The Terraces of Windsor Crossing

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The Edge at Conservancy Commons

4338 Melody Ln, Unit 108

Catalyst on Main

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Terraces of Windsor Crossing 55+

223 Dickinson St
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Cameron Heights

106 South St

Highview Estates

2508-2516 Hamilton St

1117 12th St

215 N Spring St

Garden Apartments

124-208 S Bird St

526 W Franklin St, Portage, WI 53901

828-830 E Johnson St
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Rio, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rio?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Studio Apartments | $1,284 | $965 | $1,500 |
| Rio 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,446 | $875 | $2,000 |
| Rio 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,803 | $969 | $3,635 |
| Rio 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,268 | $1,350 | $4,436 |
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Cheapest Available Rio Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rio, WI is a Studio unit found at The Baehron in the Liberty Square neighborhood priced from $895. Coachlite Apartments in the Lake Windsor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,049. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rio apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Baehron | Studio Unfurnished | Studio, 1BA | $895 |
| Coachlite Apartments | 1 bd | 1BR, 1BA | $1,049 |
| Silver Lake Apartments | Move In By October 15 and Get $400 Off 1st Mont... | 2BR, 1BA | $1,129 |
| Crosstown of Sun Prairie | 2x1 | 2BR, 1BA | $1,199 |
| Cannery Square Apartments | 351 - Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,250 |
| 114 W Grant St | Unit 1 | 2BR, 1BA | $1,250 |
| The Residences Apartments at Bear Tree | DeForest, WI | Studio 1 Bath | Studio, 1BA | $1,267 |
| The Park | Yellow Birch | Studio, 1BA | $1,290 |
| The McHenry | Workforce Housing - A2 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,295 |
| Covered Bridge Residences | A1M | Studio, 1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rio, WI and Nearby
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rio area is the $1.01 price per square foot Redspire Model at 6820-6850 Redspire Ln in the Lake Windsor neighborhood starting from $2,228. The second greatest value Rio apartment is the 3B / 2.5B Model at 1260-1288 N Pine St, Sun Prairie, WI 53590 in the Liberty Square neighborhood starting at $2,500 with a $1.39 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rio apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 6820-6850 Redspire Ln | Redspire | 3BR, 2.5BA | $1.01 |
| 1260-1288 N Pine St, Sun Prairie, WI 53590 | 3B / 2.5B | 3BR, 2.5BA | $1.39 |
| Highland Fields | Style H | 2BR, 2BA | $1.34 |
| Silver Lake Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $0.98 |
| Gateway Commons | F | 1BR, 2BA | $1.34 |
| Point Gardens Apartments | 2BD/2 BA Private Entry & Pet Friendly | 2BR, 2BA | $1.53 |
| Deforest Town Square | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.37 |
| Freedom Ring Apartments | 703-713 - 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.43 |
| Crosstown of Sun Prairie | 2x1 bel | 2BR, 1BA | $1.28 |
| Coachlite Apartments | 1 bd | 1BR, 1BA | $1.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rio Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Rio?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Rio is at The Baehron listed at $895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rio Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rio Apartment is $1,049 at Coachlite Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rio Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rio is starting from $1,129 at Silver Lake Apartments.
What is the most affordable Rio Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Rio Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 114 W Grant St and starts from $1,350.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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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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Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

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