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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Deforest Town Square
$1,050 - $1,650
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Deforest Town Square

125 E Holum StDeforest, WI 53532
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Canterbury Court Apartments
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$1,050 - $1,450
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Canterbury Court Apartments

242 Amber TrlSun Prairie, WI 53590
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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Cameron Heights
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Cameron Heights

1114-1116 W Wisconsin StPortage, WI 53901
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106 South St
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106 South St

106 South StFall River, WI 53932
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Highview Estates
2 Bedroom Apartments

Highview Estates

408-414 Booth StFox Lake, WI 53933

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Rio, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rio Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rio, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Freedom Ring Apartments in the Liberty Square neighborhood priced from $875. The Baehron in the Liberty Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rio apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Freedom Ring Apartments736 - 1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$875
The BaehronStudio UnfurnishedStudio,1BA$895
Fox Ridge2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$969
Fox Run Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,000
Coachlite Apartments1 bd1BR,1BA$1,049
Deforest Town SquareStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
The McHenryWorkforce Housing - A11BR,1BA$1,125
Silver Lake ApartmentsMove In By July 2nd and Get $400 Off 1st Month!...2BR,1BA$1,129
Cannery Square Apartments188 - Studio1BR,1BA$1,145
Canterbury Court Apartments1222 - 1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rio, WI and Nearby

As of June 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 in the Lake Windsor neighborhood starting from $2,228. The second greatest value Rio apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Manchester Place Apartments starting at $1,295 with a $1.10 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Rio apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
6820-6850 Redspire LnRedspire3BR,2.5BA$1.01
Manchester Place Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.10
Sundale Townhomes2 bed / 1.5 bath2BR,1.5BA$1.50
Silver Lake ApartmentsMove In By July 2nd and Get $400 Off 1st Month!...2BR,1BA$1.19
410 Pearl St2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.34
Crosstown of Sun Prairie2x12BR,1BA$1.47
Garden Apartments2/12BR,1BA$1.33
Fox Ridge2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.14
Fox Run Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.32
Coachlite Apartments1 bd1BR,1BA$1.50

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $875 at Freedom Ring 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 $969 at Fox Ridge.

What is the most affordable Rio Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Rio Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 6820-6850 Redspire Ln and starts from $2,228.

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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.