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How much does it cost to rent a home in Wausau?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wausau 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,378 | $820 | $2,580 |
| Wausau 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,689 | $950 | $2,800 |
| Wausau 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,758 | $1,200 | $2,480 |
| Wausau 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,995 | $1,995 | $1,995 |
| Wausau 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,800 | $1,600 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wausau, WI
Pricing Updated: 05/09/2026Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Wausau | $2,189 | $618 | 125 |
| Wausau River District | $2,189 | $618 | 126 |
Cheapest Available Wausau Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Wausau, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood priced from $618. Diamonds Edge in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $645. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wausau apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview Towers and Riverview Terrace | Riverview Terrace 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $618 |
| Diamonds Edge | 1 bd Upper | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
| Pioneer Village Apartments | 1 BD Pioneer Village Complex | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| City Walk Senior Apartments for Seniors 55+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Wausau Columns Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wausau, WI
As of May 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wausau area is the $0.94 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Model at Terrace Heights in the starting from $1,013. The second greatest value Wausau apartment is the 2 Bedroom Lower 60% Model at Weston Pines starting at $945 with a $0.94 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Wausau apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terrace Heights | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| Weston Pines | 2 Bedroom Lower 60% | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Trolley Quarter Flats | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| River Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Lakeshore Apartments | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Oak Ridge Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Ross Avenue Apartments | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Pioneer Village Apartments | 1 BD Pioneer Village Complex | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Diamonds Edge | 1 bd Upper | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| City Walk Senior Apartments for Seniors 55+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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There are currently 163 Apartments for Rent in Wausau, WI with pricing that ranges from $550 to $3,555. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wausau ranging from $750 to $4,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Wausau ranges from $750 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,807.
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