Wisconsin Rapids

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Wisconsin Rapids, WI

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Timeless Midwestern charm in the heart of Cranberry Country

Rural River Nature Outdoors Agriculture Industrial Parks Historic Sports Affordable

Wisconsin Rapids is a fairly small city in the central region of the state, spanning the banks of the Wisconsin River. The community has long been tied to both agriculture and manufacturing, with the local cranberry farms in particular serving as cash crops as well as popular tourist attractions.

The surrounding countryside offers endless opportunities for outdoor recreation, from hiking and camping in the summer to snowmobiling and ice fishing in the winter, plus gorgeous scenic drives year-round. The local rental market features numerous highly-affordable options, with a variety of apartments, condos, and single-family homes to suit any budget or lifestyle.

Rent Trends

As of April 2025, the average apartment rent in Wisconsin Rapids, WI is $628 for a studio, $756 for one bedroom, $907 for two bedrooms, and $930 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Wisconsin Rapids has increased by 0.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$756/month
641 Sq Ft
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Transportation

40

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

47

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

Howe Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

338 Students

7
out of 10

Washington Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

293 Students

6
out of 10

Woodside Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

349 Students

5
out of 10

Grove Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

197 Students

5
out of 10

Mead Elementary Charter School

Public

Grades PK-5

296 Students

4
out of 10

Wisconsin Rapids Area Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

924 Students

4
out of 10

East Junior High School

Public

Grades 8-9

719 Students

Rating Unavailable

Lincoln High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,380 Students

6
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Wisconsin Rapids Municipal Zoo

Military Bases

Airports

  • Central Wisconsin

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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.