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property at 820 Cass St

$995 - $1,050

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jun 1

820 Cass St

La crosseWI54601

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Shelby, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Shelby Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Shelby, WI is a 2 Beds unit found at 1026 Liberty St priced from $775. The Hub on 6th in the Downtown La Crosse neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $790. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shelby apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1026 Liberty St2 BR/1 BA2BR,1BA$775
The Hub on 6thStudioStudio,1BA$790
Cliffside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$799
Badger West ResidencesOri Flex | 273 Sq FtStudio,1BA$900
C & C ResidencesOri Flex | 320 Sq FtStudio,1BA$900
WEDGEWOOD COMMONSStudioStudio,1BA$925
Gund Brewery Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$935

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelby, WI and Nearby

As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shelby area is the $1.38 price per square foot 316 4th St S Model at 316 4th St S, Unit #201 in the in the Downtown La Crosse neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Shelby apartment is the 3850 Sunnyside Dr W Model at 3850 Sunnyside Dr W, Unit 202 starting at $1,600 with a $1.33 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Shelby apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
316 4th St S, Unit #201316 4th St S2BR,1BA$1.38
3850 Sunnyside Dr W, Unit 2023850 Sunnyside Dr W3BR,2BA$1.33
Valley View TownhomesOne Bedroom Plus Den1BR,1BA$1.12
1264 County Rd PH, Unit 2031264 County Rd PH2BR,1BA$1.06
Grand River Station2 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.26
913 7th St S, Unit 1913 7th St S2BR,1BA$1.38
1026 Liberty St2 BR/1 BA2BR,1BA$0.97
Gund Brewery Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.38
Riverview ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.44
Cliffside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shelby Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shelby?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shelby is at The Hub on 6th listed at $790.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shelby Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shelby Apartment is $799 at Cliffside Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shelby Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shelby is starting from $775 at 1026 Liberty St.

What is the most affordable Shelby Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Shelby Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at WEDGEWOOD COMMONS and starts from $1,395.

Expert Rental Resources

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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