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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Attached garage
- Adults 55+
- Peaceful country setting
Location
5731 Gatehouse Dr, Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54701, United States
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Property Overview
Briarwood Cottages features an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.1, reflecting its strong overall appeal for renters. With a compelling balance of price and value, competitive amenities rated 10/10, and an outstanding location score of 9/10, it delivers a high-quality living experience. Notably, the property is well-suited for pet owners and those working from home, complemented by a peaceful country setting and convenient access to local services.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- More space
- Middle school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Work-from-home
Floor plans
| 2 Bed 1.5 Bath - Phase I | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | 950 sqft | $1,649 /mo | 1 unit available | Discover Briarwood Cottages, an independent living community for adults 55+ in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Enjoy a peaceful country setting close to shopping, parks, restaurants, and hospitals. Our 90-unit community offers one and two-bedroom town-homes, each with an attached garage and six floor plans. Experience the comforts of home without the maintenance. Call 715-831-2128 to learn more and see how Briarwood Cottages can enhance your lifestyle. |
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Amenities for Briarwood Cottages
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Attached Garage |
| Heat Included | Patio |
| Private Entry | Private Patio |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave | Range |
| Refrigerator | Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Clubroom |
| Dogs OK | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Garage Parking |
Other
| Cat & Dog |
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
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Garage Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 90 |
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About Briarwood Cottages
Discover Briarwood Cottages, an independent living community for adults 55+ in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Enjoy a peaceful country setting close to shopping, parks, restaurants, and hospitals. Our 90-unit community offers one and two-bedroom town-homes, each with an attached garage and six floor plans. Experience the comforts of home without the maintenance. Call 715-831-2128 to learn more and see how Briarwood Cottages can enhance your lifestyle.
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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Briarwood Cottages is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Briarwood Cottages has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A 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.
Briarwood Cottages offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Briarwood Cottages is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Briarwood Cottages 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Briarwood Cottages to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
Briarwood Cottages is great for:
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 Briarwood Cottages compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 87 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
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- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
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Rent trends in Eau Claire
2-bedroom apartments at Briarwood Cottages cost about 35% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Eau Claire.
Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Eau Claire
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $745 |
| January 2024 | $750 |
| February 2024 | $950 |
| March 2024 | $972 |
| April 2024 | $960 |
| May 2024 | $950 |
| June 2024 | $835 |
| July 2024 | $761 |
| August 2024 | $785 |
| September 2024 | $815 |
| October 2024 | $807 |
| November 2024 | $884 |
| December 2024 | $978 |
| January 2025 | $1,025 |
| February 2025 | $1,006 |
| March 2025 | $1,019 |
| April 2025 | $995 |
| May 2025 | $959 |
| June 2025 | $934 |
| July 2025 | $965 |
| August 2025 | $1,035 |
| September 2025 | $1,110 |
| October 2025 | $1,075 |
| November 2025 | $1,100 |
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Can I afford to live at 5731 Gatehouse Dr?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$65,960/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $65,960 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,649.
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Schools near Briarwood Cottages
Robbins Elementary School
3832 e hamilton ave
eau claire, WI, 54701
K-5Public
B+
Eau Claire Community Sites
500 main st
eau claire, WI, 54701
PKPublic
Prairie Ridge Early Learning School
3031 epiphany ln
eau claire, WI, 54703
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Eau Claire near 5731 Gatehouse Dr
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 5731 Gatehouse Dr, Eau Claire
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
0/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within walking distance
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