
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Wausau Neighborhood of Wausau, WI from $500 (22 Rentals)
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Wausau Columns Apartments

508 N 7th St

Island Place Apartments - On the River
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628 McClellan St

121 S 7th St

Water's Edge Apartments

Grand Avenue Luxury Apartment Homes

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The Landmark

Foundry on 3rd
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415 Frenzel St
Downtown Wausau, Wausau, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Wausau?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Wausau Studio Apartments | $1,305 | $1,050 | $1,460 |
Downtown Wausau 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,536 | $618 | $2,870 |
Downtown Wausau 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,948 | $699 | $3,450 |
Downtown Wausau 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,249 | $895 | $3,399 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Wausau Neighborhood of Wausau, WI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Wausau Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Wausau area of Wausau, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace priced from $618. Wausau Columns Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $720. Here are the most affordable Downtown Wausau apartments for rent in Wausau, WI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace | Riverview Terrace 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $618 |
Wausau Columns Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
Island Place Apartments - On the River | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
Ross Avenue Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Water's Edge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Wausau, WI
As of September 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Wausau area is the $1.01 price per square foot 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Upper Model at Grand Avenue Luxury Apartment Homes in the in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood starting from $1,319. The second greatest value Downtown Wausau apartment is the 311 N 3rd Ave Model at 311 N 3rd Ave, Unit Both units available starting at $1,650 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Wausau apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Grand Avenue Luxury Apartment Homes | 3 Bed 1.5 Bath Upper | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
311 N 3rd Ave, Unit Both units available | 311 N 3rd Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
Towering Pines | 2BD2BA-L | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
407 Grant St, Unit 1 | 407 Grant St | Studio ,1BA | $0.95 |
Terrace Heights | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.91 |
Bos Creek Estates | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Lower | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.06 |
Ross Avenue Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Water's Edge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Wausau Columns Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace | Riverview Towers 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Wausau Neighborhood in Wausau, WI
Walk Score®
85 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
73 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Wausau Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Wausau?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Wausau is at bantr Wausau listed at $1,199.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Wausau Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Wausau Apartment is $618 at Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Wausau Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Wausau is starting from $699 at Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace.
What is the most affordable Downtown Wausau Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Wausau Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bos Creek Estates and starts from $1,299.
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