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Rental Market Trends in Onalaska, WI

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Onalaska, WI is $1,247/month.

Rent in Onalaska is 25% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,247/month

Average Rent

781 Sq Ft

Average Size

-1.8%

Change / Year

91

Available Apartments

Onalaska rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Onalaska average $1,234 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Onalaska average $1,247 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Onalaska average $1,462 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Onalaska average $1,883 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,234/month
508 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,247/month
781 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,462/month
992 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,883/month
1,178 Sq Ft
View Onalaska Apartments

How much has average rent changed in Onalaska, WI?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.8%, which averages out to $22 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Onalaska, WI

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Onalaska, WI
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
25% $700 - $1,000/month
44% $1,001 - $1,500/month
31% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Onalaska is $1,247, you’ll want to make about $4,156 per month or $49,872 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.

City

Onalaska, WI

91 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Onalaska, 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.

Apartment Averages

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  • La Crosse

    La Crosse

    Avg Rent: $1,042/month

  • Holmen

    Holmen

    Avg Rent: $1,352/month

Apartment Communities in Onalaska We Think You'll Love

The Abbey

The Abbey

2101 Abbey Rd,
Onalaska, WI 54650

2-3 Beds | $1,775 - $2,495

Pine Ridge Apartment Homes

Pine Ridge Apartment Homes

135 Marcou Rd,
Onalaska, WI 54650

1-2 Beds | $1,250 - $1,485

RIVER BEND ESTATES

RIVER BEND ESTATES

3085 Berlin Dr,
Onalaska, WI 54650

1-2 Beds | $1,355 - $1,655

The Residences at 843 Oak

The Residences at 843 Oak

843 Oak Ave N,
Onalaska, WI 54650

1-2 Beds | $1,195 - $1,425

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Onalaska?

The average rent in Onalaska is $1,247 per month, which is 25.1% lower than the national average of $1,664.

Are rents going up or down in Onalaska?

Rents in Onalaska, WI are decreasing, with prices down 1.8% year-over-year and $22 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Onalaska?

In Onalaska, WI, 44% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Wisconsin Onalaska 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 September 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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