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Rental Market Trends in Appleton, WI

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Appleton, WI is $1,098/month.

Rent in Appleton is 34% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,098/month

Average Rent

772 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2%

Change / Year

945

Available Apartments

Appleton rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Appleton average $1,091 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Appleton average $1,098 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Appleton average $1,285 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Appleton average $1,677 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,091/month
520 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,098/month
772 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,285/month
1,048 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,677/month
1,551 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,457/month
803 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,105/month
1,489 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,670/month
442 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,289/month
1,696 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,011/month
1,442 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Appleton, WI?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2%, which averages out to $23 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Appleton, WI

August 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Appleton, WI
Percentage*
Rent Range
10% Below $700/month
26% $700 - $1,000/month
47% $1,001 - $1,500/month
14% $1,501 - $2,000/month
3% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Appleton?

Based on current rent prices, South Appleton and Downtown Appleton" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Appleton.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
South Appleton
$1,029/month
862 Sq Ft
Downtown Appleton
$1,514/month
742 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Appleton?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Appleton and South Appleton" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Appleton.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Appleton
$1,514/month
742 Sq Ft
South Appleton
$1,029/month
862 Sq Ft

Which Appleton neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Appleton with the most apartments available are Downtown Appleton and South Appleton" .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Appleton
$1,514/month
742 Sq Ft
South Appleton
$1,029/month
862 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Appleton, WI?

Because the average rent in Appleton is $1,098, you’ll want to make about $3,660 per month or $43,920 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Appleton, WI is 2.6% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Appleton is 0.2% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,091 - $1,677. You can expect to pay 0.2% less for groceries, 12.7% less for utilities, and 7.2% less for transportation.

City

Appleton, WI

945 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Appleton, WI compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Appleton, WI to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

South Appleton

Appleton, WI

Downtown Appleton

Appleton, WI

Studio
-
$1,271/month
One Bedroom
$989/month
$1,411/month
Two Bedroom
$1,452/month
$2,021/month
Three Bedroom
$1,386/month
$3,274/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Grand Chute

    Grand Chute

    Avg Rent: $1,259/month

  • Kimberly

    Kimberly

    Avg Rent: $1,507/month

  • Little Chute

    Little Chute

    Avg Rent: $984/month

  • Menasha

    Menasha

    Avg Rent: $1,037/month

  • Kaukauna

    Kaukauna

    Avg Rent: $1,047/month

Apartment Communities in Appleton We Think You'll Love

Eagle Heights Apartments

Eagle Heights Apartments

9111 Eagle Heights Dr,
Neenah, WI 54956

2 Beds | $1,395 - $1,445

Legacy Park Apartments

Legacy Park Apartments

8443-8455 Marlo Ave,
Neenah, WI 54956

2 Beds | $1,485 - $1,525

N Kensington Drive

N Kensington Drive

600-610 N Kensington Dr,
Appleton, WI 54915

2 Beds | $2,500

Reserve Crossing Apartments

Reserve Crossing Apartments

1122 W American Dr,
Neenah, WI 54956

2 Beds | $1,435 - $1,800

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Appleton?

The average rent in Appleton is $1,098 per month, which is 34.0% lower than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Appleton?

The average rent for a house in Appleton, WI is $2,105 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Appleton?

The average rent for a townhome in Appleton, WI is $1,289 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Appleton?

Rents in Appleton, WI are increasing, with prices up 2.0% year-over-year and $23 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Appleton?

In Appleton, WI, 47% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Wisconsin Appleton Rental Trends

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 June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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