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Three Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Wausau, WI

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Wausau at a Glance

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$1,012
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Wausau, WI Apartments for Rent

Nestled along the Wisconsin River, Wausau combines small-city living with outdoor recreation. The city surrounds Rib Mountain State Park, offering hiking trails, skiing at Granite Peak, and scenic views throughout the year. Downtown Wausau centers around the 400 Block, a public square that hosts community events and the summer Concert on the Square series, while preserved historic buildings line the streets of the River District.

Wausau's rental market spans both sides of the Wisconsin River, with apartments available in neighborhoods like Downtown, Southeast Side, and West Side. One-bedroom apartments rent for around $958 monthly, below the Wisconsin average. The city offers convenient access to major employers, while cultural attractions include the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, known for its annual "Birds in Art" exhibition, and the historic Grand Theater. Local parks like Marathon Park and Oak Island Park provide additional outdoor spaces within city limits.

Why Wausau?

  • A multitude of area golf courses, including Pine Valley Golf Course and Rib Mountain Golf Course.
  • A vibrant art scene with the Caroline S. Mark Gallery, the Center for the Visual Arts, and Woodson Art Museum.
  • The Balloon Rally & Glow is an annual event featuring hot-air balloons, concerts, and a fireworks show.
  • Market Place Thursdays, the annual farmer’s market, runs from June to September in the downtown square.
  • Mains Street Wausau is located along the river and is home to restaurants, boutiques, and the Grand Theater.
  • Historic Downtown Wausau contains more than 60 stores, a pedestrian mall, and restaurants.

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Getting Around Wausau

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Minimal Transit

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East High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
902 Students
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West High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,446 Students
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John Muir Middle

Public Middle School

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Grades 6-8
1,006 Students
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Horace Mann Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
683 Students
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Hewitt-Texas Elementary

Public Elementary School

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Grades K-5
98 Students
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Maine Elementary

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Grades K-5
240 Students
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South Mountain Elementary

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Grades K-5
233 Students
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Stettin Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
329 Students

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