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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Peaceful retreat
  • Quality living
  • Convenient location
  • Vibrant community
  • Welcoming neighborhood atmosphere
  • Well-maintained property

Location

515 Balcom St, Eau Claire, WI 54703, USA|North Side Hill
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Management

Kane Johnson

Leasing office

(715) 305-9666

Property Overview

515 Balcom Street offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and quality living, with a 7.7/10 overall rating, standout location and amenities scores, and solid value for money. It also sits in a vibrant, walkable neighborhood with a welcoming atmosphere, nearby restaurants, and a well-maintained setting, while its peaceful retreat feel adds to the appeal.

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

7.7
Very Good
515 Balcom Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

2/12 bed1 bath$950 /mo

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Amenities for 515 Balcom Street

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

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Units2
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About 515 Balcom Street

HomeApartments in Eau ClaireNorth Side Hill 515 Balcom Street

2 Bed 1 Bath Lower unit of duplex. Located directly across the street from Longfellow elementary near downtown Eau Claire. No utilities included. Tenants are responsible for lawn/snow. Pets are allowed with monthly fee, first pet is 95/m each additional is 50/m. First months rent, security deposit and admin fee due at time of signing. Showings available now! Available June 1st


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.
7.7
/10
Very Good
515 Balcom Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 515 Balcom Street
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 515 Balcom Street is a great option for renters looking for apartments in North Side Hill. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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, 515 Balcom Street 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.
515 Balcom Street 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 515 Balcom Street 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.
515 Balcom Street 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.

515 Balcom Street is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 57 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 42 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • Diverse age groups live in this 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 515 Balcom Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.0 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 2 miles away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in North Side Hill

2-bedroom apartments at 515 Balcom Street cost about 14% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in North Side Hill.

Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
North Side Hill
Eau Claire
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Eau Claire
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,022
September 2024$972
October 2024$945
November 2024$937
December 2024$971
January 2025$982
February 2025$1,003
March 2025$1,002
April 2025$995
May 2025$1,052
June 2025$1,018
July 2025$1,012
August 2025$1,130
September 2025$1,122
October 2025$1,093
November 2025$1,167
December 2025$1,218
January 2026$1,200
February 2026$1,167
March 2026$1,219
April 2026$1,231
May 2026$1,119
June 2026$1,150
July 2026$1,183
August 2026$1,150
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in North Side Hill
MonthMedian Rent
April 2025$795
March 2026$950
April 2026$887
May 2026$875
July 2026$775
August 2026$775

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $38,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $950.
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Schools near 515 Balcom Street

Longfellow Elementary School

512 balcom st

eau claire, WI, 54703

K-5Public
C+

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

North Side Hill | Eau Claire, WI

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Eau Claire near 515 Balcom St

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
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 515 Balcom St, Eau Claire

Groceries

3/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

2/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 515 Balcom St

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Festival Foods
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Woodman's Food Market
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