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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Location

604 N Black River St, Sparta, WI 54656, USA
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Management

Patriot Properties

Leasing office

(608) 849-6500

Property Overview

Black River Apartments achieves an impressive overall rating of 8.3 out of 10, reflecting its strong value, excellent amenities, and prime location, all rated 9 out of 10. Residents benefit from nearby top-rated schools and a vibrant social scene, with 37 restaurants and 70 mixed-use spaces within a mile. Additionally, the property is pet-friendly, featuring outdoor spaces and essential services to cater to pet owners' needs.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Black River Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Black River Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 Bed/ 1 Bath2 bed1 bath$995 /mo1 unit available**Promo First Month Rent Free With 12 Month Lease** (Promotion applies to new tenants only) Dogs (up to 40lbs) and cats are welcome for $40/month per pet and a $250 refundable pet deposit. **Breed restrictions apply** Rental Requirements: 1) 3X monthly rent income 2) Credit Check 3) Criminal background check 4) Tenant rental history **The appearance of the unit may vary slightly. We strongly encourage viewing the unit in person before signing any lease agreement. Opting to skip a showing is entirely at the renter's discretion.**

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Amenities for Black River Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Trash

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKWater/Sewer

Grounds

Off-Street ParkingOutdoor Space

Services

Lawn CareSnow Removal

Neighborhood

Walking Distance to Schools

Other

Dogs up to 40 Pounds
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

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**Promo First Month Rent Free With 12 Month Lease** (Promotion applies to new tenants only) Dogs (up to 40lbs) and cats are welcome for $40/month per pet and a $250 refundable pet deposit. **Breed restrictions apply** Rental Requirements: 1) 3X monthly rent income 2) Credit Check 3) Criminal background check 4) Tenant rental history **The appearance of the unit may vary slightly. We strongly encourage viewing the unit in person before signing any lease agreement. Opting to skip a showing is entirely at the renter's discretion.**


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Black River Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Black River Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Black River Apartments
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Black River Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Black River Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Black River Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Black River Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Black River Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Black River Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Black River Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • 37 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 5 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • 70 mixed-use spaces nearby

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Black River Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in Sparta

2-bedroom apartments at Black River Apartments cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Sparta.

Median rents as of Aug 24 2025.
Sparta
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Sparta
MonthMedian Rent
May 2025$822
June 2025$795
August 2025$855

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,800/yr

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Getting around Sparta near 604 N Black River St

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Points of interest for 604 N Black River St, Sparta

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 604 N Black River St

Sparta Health Mart Pharmacy
201 S Water St
Hansen's IGA
834 W Wisconsin St
Walmart Supercenter
1600 W Wisconsin St
ALDI
1650 W Wisconsin St

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