Black River Apartments
604 N Black River St,
Sparta, WI 54656
$949
2 Beds
Sparta
Sparta, WI Area Guide
Bask in the Bicycling Capital of America’s natural beauty
Suburban
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Scenic
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Riverside
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Historic
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Charming
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Close-Knit
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Welcoming
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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 2026, the average apartment rent in Sparta, WI is $900 for one bedroom, $1,047 for two bedrooms, and $616 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Sparta has increased by 17.1% in the past year.
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$900/month
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Sparta, WI is for everyday living.
Car-Dependent
44
/ 100
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Somewhat Bikeable
40
/ 100
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.
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Schools
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Sparta Alternative Independent Learning School
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Grades 9-12
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† 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.
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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 2026.