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Sparta, WI

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Bask in the Bicycling Capital of America’s natural beauty

Suburban Active Scenic Riverside Historic Peaceful Charming Close-Knit Welcoming Affordable

Known as the “Bicycling Capital of America,” Sparta is home to the Elroy-Sparta State Trail—the first rails-to-trails bicycle route in the United States. Sparta more than earns this recognition, touting access to the La Crosse River Bike Trail, Deke Slayton Memorial Space and Bicycle Museum, and the World’s Largest Bicyclist statue as well.

Sparta offers residents a true small-town feel entrenched in a lush natural environment. Quiet residences dot tree-lined streets in Sparta, while local shops and restaurants provide plenty to do in the historic downtown area. Getting around from Sparta is a breeze with convenience to I-90.

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Sparta, WI is $1,175 for two bedrooms, and $1,003 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Sparta has increased by 1.3% in the past year.

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Transportation

44

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

40

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Sparta Meadowview Middle

Public

Grades 5-8

722 Students

4
out of 10

Sparta Meadowview Intermediate

Public

Grades 4-5

375 Students

Rating Unavailable

Southside Elementary

Public

Grades PK-K

292 Students

Rating Unavailable

Maplewood Elementary

Public

Grades K-4

226 Students

Rating Unavailable

Lawrence-Lawson Elementary

Public

Grades K-3

211 Students

Rating Unavailable

Sparta Meadowview Middle

Public

Grades 5-8

722 Students

4
out of 10

Sparta High

Public

Grades 9-12

837 Students

3
out of 10

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Airports

  • La Crosse Regional

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.