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125 Rentals
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  11. Good Value
    2 BEDS
    $785
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$785 - $975
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$785 - $975

    Fox Run Apartments

    2711 Weiland Ave, Schofield, WI 54476
    (715) 317-5576
  14. Interior Photo - The 4111
    Exceptional Value
    STUDIO
    $675+
    1 BED
    $975+
    2 BEDS
    $850+

    The 4111

    4111 Stewart Ave, Wausau, WI 54401
  16. 1 BED
    $645
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$645
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$645

    Diamonds Edge

    1300 N 9th Ave, Wausau, WI 54401
  22. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $895
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$895
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$895

    813 N 7th Ave

    813 N 7th Ave, Wausau, WI 54401
  23. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,000

    406 S 6th Ave Unit 406 S 6th Ave

    406 S 6th Ave, Wausau, WI 54401
  24. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $975
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$975
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$975

    1202 S 11th Ave Unit 1202

    1202 S 11th Ave, Wausau, WI 54401
  25. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $875
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$875
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$875

    915 Genrich St Unit 915 Genrich

    915 Genrich St, Wausau, WI 54403
  26. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $850
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$850
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$850

    703 Jackson St Unit 1

    703 Jackson St, Wausau, WI 54403
  27. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $950
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$950
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$950

    909 Genrich St Unit 2

    909 Genrich St, Wausau, WI 54403
  28. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$800

    629 Park Ave Unit Upper

    629 Park Ave, Wausau, WI 54403
  30. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $800
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$800

    2306 Radtke Ave Unit 5

    2306 Radtke Ave, Schofield, WI 54476
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Wausau at a Glance

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Wausau, WI Apartments for Rent

Wausau stretches along the Wisconsin River in central Wisconsin and grew from its roots as a 19th-century lumber town, later gaining recognition for its red granite quarries. If you're searching for apartments for rent in Wausau, you'll discover affordable choices in a city that offers small-town charm alongside outdoor adventures, cultural spots, and a solid economy built on healthcare, insurance, and manufacturing. Downtown's 400 Block serves as the community's heart, hosting seasonal festivals and events, while the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum and the historic Grand Theater bring arts and entertainment year-round.

Renting in Wausau makes sense for anyone watching their budget who still wants great amenities. You'll find apartment communities near downtown restaurants and shops, plus options close to the city's 37 parks covering more than 300 acres. For outdoor fun, check out Granite Peak Ski Area with its 700-foot vertical drop or the downtown Whitewater Park where kayakers test their skills. Getting around is easy thanks to Highway 51 and State Highway 29, which connect you to nearby Schofield, Weston, and Rothschild. From this central Wisconsin spot, you can easily explore the area's natural beauty and small-town atmosphere.

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.

Renting in Wausau

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Education

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East High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
902 Students
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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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West High School

Public High School

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

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,006 Students
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John Muir Middle

Public Middle School

Public
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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Horace Mann Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
683 Students
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Hewitt-Texas Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
98 Students
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Maine Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
240 Students
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Maine Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
240 Students
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South Mountain Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
233 Students

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