612 E 1st St
MerrillWI54452
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511 Franklin St, Unit 8 - Galactic
511 Franklin St
WausauWI54403
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Wausau, WI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Wausau?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wausau 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,386 | $650 | $2,600 |
| Wausau 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,501 | $1,100 | $2,200 |
| Wausau 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,572 | $1,295 | $1,850 |
| Wausau 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,637 | $1,675 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Wausau, WI
Pricing Updated: 06/02/2025Current 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 | $1,309 | $600 | 18 |
| Wausau River District | $2,199 | $600 | 35 |
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. Wausau Columns Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $720. 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 |
| Wausau Columns Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
| Pioneer Village Apartments | 2 BD Pioneer Village Complex | 2BR,1BA | $730 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wausau, WI
As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wausau area is the $0.94 price per square foot 116 N 7th Ave Model at 116 N 7th Ave, Unit #2 in the starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Wausau apartment is the 407 Grant St Model at 407 Grant St, Unit 1 starting at $1,050 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Downtown Wausau neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 116 N 7th Ave, Unit #2 | 116 N 7th Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 407 Grant St, Unit 1 | 407 Grant St | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Winding Ridge Estates | Sierra | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Bos Creek Estates | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Upper | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.02 |
| Weston Pines Apartments | 2 Bedroom Lower 60% | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.89 |
| 1326 Schofield Ave, Unit 1326 Schofield Avenue | 1326 Schofield Ave | Studio ,1BA | $0.50 |
| Pioneer Village Apartments | 2 BD Pioneer Village Complex | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| Oak Ridge Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 1036 S 4th Ave | 1036 S 4th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 723 Kickbusch St, Unit Upper | 723 Kickbusch St | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
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There are currently 170 Apartments for Rent in Wausau, WI with pricing that ranges from $500 to $3,399. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wausau ranging from $650 to $3,600.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Wausau ranges from $650 to $3,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,487.
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