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1020 W National Ave

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1578 S Union St

2222 E Belleview Pl

1403 Rawson Ave
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3828 E Underwood Ave, Unit duplex, second floor duplex, second floor
St. Francis, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in St. Francis?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Francis 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,592 | $925 | $2,848 |
| St. Francis 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,114 | $1,345 | $3,099 |
| St. Francis 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,881 | $1,600 | $2,245 |
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Cheapest Available St. Francis Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Francis, WI is a Studio unit found at Lakeside Apartments in the Haymarket neighborhood priced from $695. 1315 Cass in the Haymarket neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Francis apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| 1315 Cass | Front Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Fairmount Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Francis, WI and Nearby
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Francis area is the $1.33 price per square foot 2B Model at Riverside Lofts in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $1,730. The second greatest value St. Francis apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at The Legacy (55+ Community) starting at $1,199 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Mitchell Field neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Francis apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Lofts | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Legacy (55+ Community) | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Paper Box Lofts | 3B | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Edgeview Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| Michigan Street Commons | The Riverwalk | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| National Ave Lofts | 50% 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| 617 E Homer St, Unit 4 | 617 E Homer St | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Hide House Lofts Bayview | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Packard Glen Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Lake Park Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in St. Francis?
There are currently 672 Apartments for Rent in St. Francis, WI with pricing that ranges from $486 to $15,000. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St. Francis ranging from $800 to $3,099.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in St. Francis?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in St. Francis ranges from $800 to $3,099 with an average monthly rent of $1,688.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in St. Francis?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in St. Francis range from $1,271 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,345 to $3,099. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,100.
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