The Preserve at Prairie Lakes
2965 Hoepker Rd,
Sun Prairie, WI 53590
Studio - 2 Beds | $1,389 - $2,269
Rental Market Trends in Sun Prairie, WI
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Sun Prairie, WI is $1,387/month.
Rent in Sun Prairie is 17% lower than the national average rent of $1,662/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,387/month
Average Rent
723 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1%
Change / Year
746
Available Apartments
Sun Prairie rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Sun Prairie average $1,253 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Sun Prairie average $1,387 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Sun Prairie average $1,681 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Sun Prairie average $1,857 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Sun Prairie, WI?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1%, which averages out to $15 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Sun Prairie, WI
July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
2%
Below $700/month
7%
$700 - $1,000/month
37%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
52%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
2%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Sun Prairie?
Based on current rent prices, Emerald Terrace and Smith's Crossing" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Sun Prairie.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Sun Prairie?
Based on current rent prices, Smith's Crossing and Emerald Terrace" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Sun Prairie.
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Which Sun Prairie neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Sun Prairie with the most apartments available are Smith's Crossing and Emerald Terrace" .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Sun Prairie, WI?
Because the average rent in Sun Prairie is $1,387, you’ll want to make about $4,623 per month or $55,476 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.
How does Sun Prairie, WI compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Sun Prairie, 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.
View the Sun Prairie Area GuideStudio
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$1,313/month
One Bedroom
$1,151/month
$1,484/month
Two Bedroom
$1,237/month
$1,874/month
Three Bedroom
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$2,766/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Sun Prairie?
The average rent in Sun Prairie is $1,387 per month, which is 16.5% lower than the national average of $1,662.
Are rents going up or down in Sun Prairie?
Rents in Sun Prairie, WI are increasing, with prices up 1.0% year-over-year and $15 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Sun Prairie?
In Sun Prairie, WI, 52% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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.