Apartments for Rent in Appleton WI

Set along the Fox River, Appleton puts you close to live shows at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, galleries on College Avenue, and the riverside campus of Lawrence University. When you're searching for apartments for rent in Appleton, WI, you'll discover riverfront lofts near Houdini Plaza, rentals close to I-41 for easy drives to Green Bay (about 30 minutes) and Oshkosh (about 20 minutes), and peaceful spots by neighborhood parks. Valley Transit connects most areas to the downtown transit center, and Appleton International Airport (ATW) sits just west for straightforward trips. Major employers include the downtown core, ThedaCare Regional Medical Center–Appleton and St. Elizabeth Hospital campuses, and the retail and office corridor by Fox River Mall in nearby Grand Chute.

Popular neighborhoods to explore include Downtown/College Avenue for walkable nightlife, the Trout Museum of Art, the Saturday downtown farmers market, and apartments near the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center; City Park & Lawrence for tree-lined blocks near campus and historic homes; RiverHeath and the riverfront for modern buildings, patio dining, and trail access; Erb Park for a neighborhood pool, courts, and central convenience; Pierce Park for big lawns and summer events near West College Avenue; Telulah Park & East River Drive for a skatepark and riverside paths; North Appleton by Memorial Park for ballfields, gardens, and the Appleton Family Ice Center; and the Northland Avenue corridor for quick errands and fast access to I-41. For shoppers and diners, College Avenue's local restaurants sit minutes from big-name stores at Fox River Mall, and you'll also find craft beer and pub fare throughout the area—perfect for apartments near Lawrence University or rentals close to the PAC.