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Last updated on August 1, 2026
Average rent in
Appleton, WI
Average rent in
Last updated on August 1, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Appleton, WI rent stands today
Appleton, WI rent rose 10.0% year over year, with a current median of $1,425/month. Renters today are paying $48 more per month on average than last year, with rent at the July 2026 level of $1,450/month.
Compared to national trends
Appleton's median rent is 26.2% more affordable than the $1,930/month national median. This positions Appleton as a lower-cost rental market in Wisconsin.
Price ranges
Studios in Appleton run around $1,795/month, 1-bedrooms around $999/month, 2-bedrooms around $1,249/month, 3-bedrooms around $1,995/month, and 4+ bedrooms around $2,100/month. These figures reflect the range of rents by bedroom size across the city.
Neighborhood spotlight
Grand Chute rents rose 59.6% year over year to $2,195/month across 12 rentals, contrasting with the citywide 10.0% rise. Lawsburg rents fell 37.1% to $1,249/month, showing distinct neighborhood trends within Appleton.
Median rent
Median rent in Appleton
$1,425/mo
10%vs previous year
The average rent in Appleton is $1,425 per month as of July 2026. This is 26% below the national average rent, or $505 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Appleton
123
for rent on Zumper.com as of July 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Appleton rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Appleton, WI
Average rent prices in Appleton have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 10% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Appleton, WI
Rent prices in Appleton vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Appleton is $1,295, whereas a house costs $1,800. 1-bedroom apartments in Appleton run $999 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,225.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,795 |  6% | 54% | |
1 bedroom | $999 | 3% | 6% | |
2 bedroom | $1,249 | 4% | 10% | |
3 bedroom | $1,995 | No Change | 13% | |
4 bedroom | $2,100 | 12% | 9% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
City Park Historic District | $1,495 | |
Colony Oaks | $1,249 | |
Downtown Appleton | $1,650 | |
Grand Chute | $2,195 | |
Lawsburg | $1,249 | |
Northwood Park | $1,695 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,295 | 5% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,674 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,800 | 1% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,795
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
54%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$999
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
6%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,249
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
10%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,995
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
13%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
12%
Last year
9%
Downtown Appleton
Average rent
$1,650
Grand Chute
Average rent
$2,195
Colony Oaks
Average rent
$1,249
Lawsburg
Average rent
$1,249
Northwood Park
Average rent
$1,695
City Park Historic District
Average rent
$1,495
Apartments
Average rent
$1,295
Last 30 days
5%
Condos
Average rent
$1,674
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
1%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Appleton, WI, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Appleton, WI compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Appleton and Allouez by all bedroom counts and property types.
Appleton
26%lower than the national median
35%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Appleton, WI is 14% higher than the median rent in Allouez, WI.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,254
13%$1,512
21%$1,195
47%$1,549
15%$999
$1,125
1%$1,590
$1,194
1%$1,300
38%$1,305
5%$1,247
10%$1,195
Cost of living in Appleton, WI
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 3% lower |
| Groceries | No difference |
| Health | 4% higher |
| Housing | No difference |
| Transportation | 7% lower |
| Utilities | 13% lower |
Discover rentals in Appleton, WI
4d ago
2221 N Ballard Rd, Appleton, WI 54911
2 beds
1 bath
$895
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2620 N Helen St, Appleton, WI 54911
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2425 N Mason St, Appleton, WI 54914
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Condo for rent in Appleton
306 N State St #2, Appleton, WI 54911
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Condo for rent
4d ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$15,005
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$5,305
Apartment for rent
21h ago
Condo for rent in Appleton
400 N Richmond St #J, Appleton, WI 54911
Studio
2 baths
$5,200
Condo for rent
Available Jan 1
4d ago
Verified
5 beds
4 baths
$5,465
$5,052
Price drop
Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
115 E Washington St, Appleton, WI 54911
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,325–$2,100
Apartment for rent
3d ago
181 S Riverheath Way, Appleton, WI 54915
2 beds
2 baths
$2,300
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
400 N Richmond St #416, Appleton, WI 54911
2 beds
2 baths
$2,600
Condo for rent
Available Sep 2
1d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$5,191
$4,560
Price drop
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
5 beds
4 baths
$5,465
$5,052
Price drop
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$2,390
$2,106
Price drop
Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
115 E Washington St, Appleton, WI 54911
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,325–$2,100
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
400 N Richmond St #416, Appleton, WI 54911
2 beds
2 baths
$2,600
Condo for rent
Available Sep 2
5d+ ago
Verified
400 N Richmond St #416, Appleton, WI 54911
2 beds
2 baths
$2,600
Condo for rent
Available Sep 2
1d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$5,191
$4,560
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$8,034
$4,213
Price drop
House for rent
4d ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$11,218
$3,489
Price drop
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Appleton, WI
Quick answers to common questions about the Appleton rental market.
How much is rent in Appleton?
The average rent in Appleton is $1,425 per month as of July 25, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Appleton?
Average rent prices in Appleton have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 10% since last year.
How does Appleton rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Appleton is 26% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $505 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Appleton?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Appleton are Colony Oaks ($1,249/mo), Lawsburg ($1,249/mo), and City Park Historic District ($1,495/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Appleton?
To comfortably afford rent in Appleton, you'd need to earn approximately $57,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Appleton?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Appleton average around $1,050/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,220/month.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).