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Wausau, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wausau, WI

Pricing Updated: 02/02/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Wausau, WI area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Wausau Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Wausau$2,985$600154
Wausau River District$2,985$575155

Cheapest Available Wausau Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Wausau, WI is a Studio unit found at Pioneer Village Apartments priced from $550. Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $618. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wausau apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pioneer Village ApartmentsStudio Pioneer Village ComplexStudio,1BA$550
Riverview Towers and Riverview TerraceRiverview Terrace 1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$618
City Walk Senior Apartments for Seniors 55+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wausau, WI

As of February 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wausau area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3bd 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 Wausau apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Terrace Heights starting at $1,078 with a $0.87 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Wausau apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Grand Avenue Luxury Apartment Homes3bd 1.5 bath upper3BR,1.5BA$1.00
Terrace Heights3 Bedroom, 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.87
Winding Ridge EstatesSummitt2BR,2BA$1.14
Weston Pines Apartments2 Bedroom Lower 60%2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Trolley Quarter Flats2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.00
River Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.04
Oak Ridge ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.06
The Landmark1 BR 1BA1BR,1BA$0.99
Ross Avenue ApartmentsOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.18
City Walk Senior Apartments for Seniors 55+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.20

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Wausau

What type of rentals are currently available in Wausau?

There are currently 141 Apartments for Rent in Wausau, WI with pricing that ranges from $550 to $3,450. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wausau ranging from $695 to $2,150.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Wausau ranges from $695 to $2,150 with an average monthly rent of $1,657.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.