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Last updated on August 30, 2026
Average rent in
Eau Claire, WI
Average rent in
Last updated on August 30, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Eau Claire rent stands today
Eau Claire, WI rent slipped 10.2% year over year, with a current median of $1,122/month. Renters today are paying $152 less per month on average than last year, continuing a decline from the peak of $1,275/month in June 2025.
Compared to national trends
Eau Claire sits 41.2% more affordable than the $1,910/month national median, positioning it as a lower-cost market with 247 total rentals available across the city.
Price ranges
Studios in Eau Claire run around $1,040/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,095/month, and 2-bedrooms around $1,205/month. Houses rent for a median of $1,250/month while apartments sit at $1,100/month, with apartments making up 79% of total rentals.
Neighborhood spotlight
Randall Park rents fell 55.0% year over year to $540/month across 48 rentals, marking the largest local decline. Third Ward also saw a drop of 47.2% to $525/month, while the citywide market declined 10.2%, showing a concentrated cooldown in these neighborhoods.
Median rent
Median rent in Eau Claire
$1,122/mo
10%vs previous year
The average rent in Eau Claire is $1,122 per month as of August 2026. This is 41% below the national average rent, or $787 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Eau Claire
247
for rent on Zumper.com as of August 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Eau Claire rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Eau Claire, WI
Average rent prices in Eau Claire have decreased by 4% over the last month and have decreased 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
Eau Claire, WI
Rent prices in Eau Claire vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Eau Claire is $1,100, whereas a house costs $1,250. 1-bedroom apartments in Eau Claire run $1,075 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,150.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,040 | No Change | 1% | |
1 bedroom | $1,095 | 4% | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,205 | 3% | 7% | |
3 bedroom | $1,295 | 20% | 21% | |
4 bedroom | $520 | 31% | 43% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Eau Claire | $1,350 | |
East Hill | $837 | |
Mount Washington | $800 | |
North River Fronts | $1,150 | |
North Side Hill | $1,095 | |
Otter Creek | $950 | |
Randall Park | $540 | |
Third Ward | $525 | |
West Riverside | $1,200 | |
Westridge | $1,050 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,100 | 6% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,295 | 2% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,250 | 14% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,040
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,095
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,205
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
7%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,295
Last 30 days
20%
Last year
21%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$520
Last 30 days
31%
Last year
43%
Downtown Eau Claire
Average rent
$1,350
Randall Park
Average rent
$540
West Riverside
Average rent
$1,200
Third Ward
Average rent
$525
North Side Hill
Average rent
$1,095
East Hill
Average rent
$837
Otter Creek
Average rent
$950
Mount Washington
Average rent
$800
North River Fronts
Average rent
$1,150
Westridge
Average rent
$1,050
Apartments
Average rent
$1,100
Last 30 days
6%
Condos
Average rent
$1,295
Last 30 days
2%
Houses
Average rent
$1,250
Last 30 days
14%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Eau Claire, 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 Eau Claire, WI compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Eau Claire and Altoona by all bedroom counts and property types.
Eau Claire
41%lower than the national median
37%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Eau Claire, WI is 6% lower than the median rent in Altoona, WI.
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16%Cost of living in Eau Claire, 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% higher |
| Groceries | 2% lower |
| Health | 1% lower |
| Housing | 7% lower |
| Transportation | 2% lower |
| Utilities | 7% lower |
Discover rentals in Eau Claire, WI
5d+ ago
West Riverside apartment for rent in Eau Claire
2 beds
1 bath
$345
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
West Riverside apartment for rent in Eau Claire
3 beds
1 bath
$350
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Randall Park apartment for rent in Eau Claire
4 beds
1 bath
$395
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
North Side Hill house for rent in Eau Claire
4 beds
2 baths
$395
House for rent
Available Jun 1
4d ago
816 Porter Ave, Eau Claire, WI 54701
2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,950–$3,200
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Third Ward house for rent in Eau Claire
4 beds
1.5 baths
$2,795
$2,695
Price drop
House for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Eau Claire
4 beds
3 baths
$2,500
House for rent
1d ago
Verified
325 Main St, Eau Claire, WI 54701
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$995–$2,300
Apartment for rent
1d ago
610 Gray St, Eau Claire, WI 54701
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$945–$1,145
Apartment for rent
4d ago
417 Washington St, Eau Claire, WI 54701
1 bed
1 bath
$875
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
325 Main St, Eau Claire, WI 54701
1 bed
1 bath
$1,150–$1,165
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2857 Western Ave, Eau Claire, WI 54703
2 beds
1 bath
$1,175
Apartment for rent
2d ago
218 10th Ave, Eau Claire, WI 54703
3 beds
2 baths
$1,600
Apartment for rent
2d ago
909 Richard Dr, Eau Claire, WI 54701
2 beds
1 bath
$915
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Eau Claire, WI
Quick answers to common questions about the Eau Claire rental market.
How much is rent in Eau Claire?
The average rent in Eau Claire is $1,122 per month as of August 29, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Eau Claire?
Average rent prices in Eau Claire have decreased by 4% over the last month and have decreased by 10% since last year.
How does Eau Claire rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Eau Claire is 41% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $787 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Eau Claire?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Eau Claire are Third Ward ($525/mo), Randall Park ($540/mo), and Mount Washington ($800/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Eau Claire?
To comfortably afford rent in Eau Claire, you'd need to earn approximately $45,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Eau Claire?
Fall and winter months offer the best rental deals in Eau Claire, with November seeing the lowest rents and October and December experiencing less competition. August has the highest rent, with roughly 10% difference between peak and off-peak pricing.
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).