Cheap Homes for Rent in Shelby, WI from $500 (17 Rentals)

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property at 617 10th St N

$520

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$520

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5 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1, 2027

617 10th St N

La crosseWI54601
property at 209 West Ave S

$825

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$825

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 1

209 West Ave S, Unit #3, Unit #3

209 West Ave S
La crosseWI54601

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property at 541 Cass St

$850

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$850

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available May 1

541 Cass St

La crosseWI54601

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property at 623 Rose St

$950

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$950

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 8

623 Rose St, Unit 623, Unit 623

623 Rose St
La crosseWI54603

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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. Cliffside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. 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
Cliffside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$799
Riverview ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$899
Badger West ResidencesOri Flex StudioStudio,1BA$920
WEDGEWOOD COMMONSStudioStudio,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelby, WI and Nearby

As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shelby area is the $1.24 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at The Hub on 6th in the in the Downtown La Crosse neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Shelby apartment is the Two Bedroom with basement Model at Valley View Townhomes starting at $1,400 with a $1.17 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.
The Hub on 6th3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.24
Valley View TownhomesTwo Bedroom with basement2BR,1BA$1.17
The Residences @ 10272 Beds/2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.25
1217 Park Ave, Unit 12171217 Park Ave2BR,1BA$0.86
St. Vallerie Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath (Remodel)2BR,1.5BA$1.20
1016 9th St S, Unit 10161016 9th St S3BR,1BA$1.04
5400 Mormon Coulee Rd, Unit 1175400 Mormon Coulee Rd2BR,1.5BA$1.19
1026 Liberty St2 BR/1 BA2BR,1BA$0.97
5416 Mormon Coulee Rd, Unit 2165416 Mormon Coulee Rd1BR,1BA$1.19
2825 31st St S, Unit 12825 31st St S2BR,1BA$1.17

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shelby

What type of rentals are currently available in Shelby?

There are currently 172 Apartments for Rent in Shelby, WI with pricing that ranges from $475 to $2,950. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shelby ranging from $520 to $2,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Shelby?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Shelby ranges from $520 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,708.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Shelby?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Shelby range from $940 to $2,950, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $975 to $2,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,350.

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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.