The Williams
2200 Northwestern Ave,
Racine, WI 53404
$1,125 - $1,825
Studio - 3 Beds
Racine
Racine, WI
Area Guide
A living work of art on the shores of Lake Michigan.
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Welcome to Racine, Wisconsin, a welcoming lakeside community where history meets modern life along the shores of Lake Michigan. Located just 22 miles south of Milwaukee, this city combines everyday conveniences with small-town appeal. The rental market features diverse options, from contemporary apartments to historic homes, with average one-bedroom units priced around $980, showing a modest 0.6% increase over the past year. Two-bedroom units average $1,063, making Racine an affordable alternative to nearby metropolitan areas.
Known as "The Belle City of the Lakes" and "The Kringle Capital of America," Racine celebrates its Danish heritage, especially through its famous kringle pastries. Downtown features the Racine Art Museum, which houses America's largest contemporary craft collection, while the historic district showcases architectural treasures including several Frank Lloyd Wright-designed buildings. The city's Lake Michigan shoreline offers beaches and waterfront recreation, while the Root River provides scenic trails for walking and biking. The area is home to Gateway Technical College, the Racine Zoo, and numerous parks. Major employers like SC Johnson maintain their headquarters here, while an active arts scene and ongoing development projects contribute to the community's growth.
Rent Trends
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Racine, WI is $755 for a studio, $1,002 for one bedroom, $1,087 for two bedrooms, and $1,354 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Racine has increased by 1.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,002/month
642 Sq Ft
House
$1,768/month
1,032 Sq Ft
Transportation
57
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
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.
31
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
52
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
463 Students
Jefferson Lighthouse Elementary
Public
Grades K-5
421 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
546 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
448 Students
Public
Grades K-8
695 Students
Public
Grades K-8
695 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
1,411 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
509 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
1,083 Students
Jerstad-Agerholm Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-8
899 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,038 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,884 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,340 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- River Bend Nature Center
- Racine Zoo
- Hawthorne Hollow Nature Sanctuary & Arboretum
- Jo-Don Farms
Military Bases
Airports
- General Mitchell International
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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 November 2025.