Breakwater 233
233 Lake Ave,
Racine, WI 53403
$1,460 - $1,905 | Studio - 3 Beds
The cultural epicenter of Racine is the downtown area near the waterfront, home to the Old Main Street Historic District and the famous Racine Art Museum as well as a wide selection of locally-owned shopping, dining, and nightlife options. The city is an architectural goldmine, with many buildings designed by Frank Lloyd Wright scattered around the area.
Racine’s position on Lake Michigan opens up many avenues for recreation—boating and fishing are very popular, as is lounging on the beach during the summertime. The University of Wisconsin operates a branch campus just south of the city limits. Downtown Milwaukee is only 45 minutes away by car, and rail service makes it even easier to reach from your Racine apartment.
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Racine, WI is $766 for a studio, $977 for one bedroom, $1,082 for two bedrooms, and $1,308 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Racine has increased by 2.0% in the past year.
Somewhat Walkable
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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Some Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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