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The Howard Apartments


2580 Stein Blvd Eau Claire, WI

Studio - 1 Bed
1 Bath

330 - 650 Sq. Ft.

Available starting Sep. 1st
Studio • 1 Bath
$925
330 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Compass Real Estate Management, LLC
Unit 223
$925
Available Sep 1st, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,275
650 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Compass Real Estate Management, LLC
Unit 143
$1,275
Available Sep 25th, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
$1,075
500 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Compass Real Estate Management, LLC
Unit 122
$1,075
Available Nov 1st, 2026
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2 Beds • 1 Bath
$1,225 - $1,475
700 ft2
0 Available
Managed By: Compass Real Estate Management, LLC
2580 Stein Blvd 244
$1,475
Rented
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Unit 129
$1,225
Rented
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Unit 244
$1,275
Rented
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Unit 135
$1,225
Rented
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,425 - $1,675
900 ft2
0 Available
Managed By: Compass Real Estate Management, LLC
2580 Stein Blvd 232
$1,675
Rented
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Unit 232
$1,475
Rented
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Unit 132
$1,425
Rented
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Where you'll live
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Location ratings
Walk Score®
44
Car-Dependent
Bike Score®
64
Bikeable
Amenities
On-site Laundry
Storage
Disability Access
Refrigerator
Garbage Disposal
Trash Removal Included
Public Transportation
Water Included
Range / Oven
Microwave
High-speed Internet
Smoke-free Community
Elevator
Meal Plan Available
Fees & leasing info
Pets
Dogs Ok
Cats Ok
Parking
Surface Parking
Garage - Attached
Lease & Fees
Security Deposit:

925 - 1275

Property details
Description

Welcome to The Howard—a distinctive apartment community in Eau Claire, thoughtfully transformed from a former Howard Johnson hotel into stylish, fully renovated living spaces. With a variety of floor plans including studios, one-bedrooms, and two-bedrooms (many with a private patio or balcony), there’s something for every lifestyle.
Each apartment blends sustainability and comfort, featuring durable concrete construction, stainless steel appliances, two-tone cabinetry, and unique LED lighting. Neutral tones and raw design elements give residents the flexibility to personalize their space.
Community amenities include a spacious lounge, on-site laundry, a large grassy courtyard, and electric vehicle charging stations. Located at the corner of Stein and Clairemont, The Howard offers walkable access to coffee shops, restaurants, hospitals, UWEC, and CVTC—plus quick connections to all areas of Eau Claire.
Best of all: all utilities are included in your rent.

Additional Details
Total Unit Count: 84
Last Updated: Updated 10 minutes ago
Contact Number: (715) 598-5977
Internet Providers
Provider Max Download Speed (Mbps) Max Upload Speed (Mbps)
Charter Communications 940.0 35.0
ViaSat, Inc. 35.0 3.0
Hughes Network Systems, LLC 25.0 3.0
AT&T Inc. 5.0 0.6
AT&T Inc. 3.0 0.384
Data from June 2020 provided by the FCC
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for The Howard Apartments by bedroom type below.
Studio
Suggested income:
$33,300
per year
1 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$42,300
per year
Rent report

The Howard Apartments Rent vs. Eau Claire Average

 The Howard Apartments      Eau Claire Average
Studio
$925
$1,002
$0
$350
$700
$1,050
$1,400
1BR
$1,175
$1,253
$0
$450
$900
$1,350
$1,800

The Howard Apartments is asking 8% less than the average studio apartment in Eau Claire.

If you upsized to an average priced Eau Claire 1 bedroom apartment, you would pay 20% more per month.

The Howard Apartments provides 28% less square footage than the average Eau Claire studio apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
The Howard Apartments
Studio $925 $2.80 $2,775
1BR $1,175 $2.00 $3,525
Eau Claire Average
Studio $1,002 $2.20 $3,007
1BR $1,253 $1.90 $3,760
2BR $1,506 $1.50 $4,518
3BR $1,708 $1.20 $5,124
4BR $2,090 $1.50 $6,270

Availability in Eau Claire

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 218 2BR units on the market in Eau Claire. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
12% 37% 43% 6% 1%
Available Units in Eau Claire
Studio 62
1BR 188
2BR 218
3BR 31
4BR 7
Location
Nearby Colleges
Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Sacred Heart Hsptl 0.17 mi.
Marshfield Medical Center Eau Claire 0.57 mi.
Mayo Clinic Health System Eau Claire Hospital 1.43 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
Pipestone, Berrien Townships, Eau Claire Fire Department 1.44 mi.
Eau Claire Fire Rescue 1.5 mi.
Altoona Fire Department & Rescue 3.39 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes. There are 3 available units at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 1 unit available for move-in on September 01, 2026.
What's the square footage of the available units?
The available units range from 330 to 650 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
This property allows tenants to keep cats and dogs.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are studio units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
The Howard Apartments has a studio unit starting at $925.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 2580 Stein Blvd in Eau Claire, WI. It's 1.6 miles southwest from the center of Eau Claire.
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