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Waupaca, WI

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Bask in Central Wisconsin’s natural beauty and small-town charm

Suburban Rural Lakeside Riverside Active Scenic Welcoming Historic Quaint Charming Convenient

Located in Central Wisconsin, Waupaca offers residents a small-town environment steeped in natural beauty. Waupaca is home to 22 spring-fed lakes that form the renowned Chain O’ Lakes, providing abundant recreational opportunities year round. Waupaca residents and visitors enjoy diverse activities such as kayaking, canoeing, stand-up paddleboarding, biking, hiking, camping, sledding, and snowmobiling on area lakes and trails as well as the Crystal River and Hartman Creek State Park.

Waupaca also contains a historic downtown area brimming with charming local shops, restaurants, cafes, and a vintage theater along the tree-lined Main Street. The close-knit community in Waupaca comes together for a variety of special events, including Strawberry Fest, Winter Rec Fest, Fall-O-Rama, and the Waupaca County Fair. Destinations like Green Bay, Madison, and Milwaukee are all within a two-hour drive of Waupaca. Getting around from Waupaca is easy with access to U.S. 10 and Routes 22, 49, and 54.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Waupaca, WI is $952 for one bedroom, $1,203 for two bedrooms, and $1,719 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Waupaca has increased by 0.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$952/month
667 Sq Ft
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Transportation

26

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

36

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

Waupaca Learning Center Elementary

Public

Grades PK-4

615 Students

6
out of 10

Waupaca Middle

Public

Grades 5-8

521 Students

6
out of 10

W4k

Public

Grades K

128 Students

Rating Unavailable

Chain O Lakes Elementary

Public

Grades PK-1

68 Students

Rating Unavailable

Waupaca Middle

Public

Grades 5-8

521 Students

6
out of 10

Waupaca High

Public

Grades 9-12

602 Students

5
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Hartman Creek State Park

Airports

  • Appleton International

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