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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Attached garage
- Adults 55+
- Peaceful country setting
Location
Eau Claire, WI 54701, USA
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Property Overview
Briarwood Cottages is a highly rated community (8.1/10 overall) that delivers exceptional amenities (10/10), strong location convenience (9/10), and a solid balance of price and quality. With features like an attached garage, peaceful country setting, adults 55+ focus, abundant photos, and strong value per square foot, it offers an appealing option for renters seeking comfort, transparency, and easy access to schools and transit.
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
More space- Middle school nearby
- Dishwasher
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 2 Bed 1.5 Bath - Phase I | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | 950 sqft | $1,729 /mo | 3 units 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. | |
| 2 Bed 1.5 Bath w/bckdr - Phase I | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | 1,005 sqft | $1,749 /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. | |
| 2 Bed 1.5 Bath - Phase II | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | 1,039 sqft | $1,799 /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 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.
8.1
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.1 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 Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·7A 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.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, Briarwood Cottages has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
Amenities·10A 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.
Briarwood Cottages stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
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
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 405 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 148 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Eau Claire
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Briarwood Cottages to be 45% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Eau Claire.
Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Eau Claire
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| December 2025 | $1,005 |
| January 2026 | $1,045 |
| February 2026 | $1,032 |
| March 2026 | $1,032 |
| April 2026 | $1,040 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near Briarwood Cottages
Meadowview Elementary School
4714 fairfax st
eau claire, WI, 54701
K-5Public
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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
Getting around WI 54701 near Eau Claire
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
9/10
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 Eau Claire, WI 54701
Groceries
2/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
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
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within walking distance
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