Beloit Apartments and Rentals

Home to nearly 37,000 people, Beloit, Wis., has been the "Gateway to Wisconsin" since its origins circa 1836.  This historic yet growing town is located directly off I-90, serving as a connecting point between Illinois and Wisconsin.

The New England Immigrating Company moved to Beloit in 1836, helping the small community grow. As members of the company began developing the land, the homestead turned into a full-fledged town. Beloit College was built 11 years later, and more businesses began seeing the appeal of the area. As Beloit grew throughout the 19th and 20th centuries, so did its down-the-road neighbors, Rockford, Ill., and Janesville, Wis. Connected by I-90, the three cities offer easy access to both Madison and Chicago.

The city of Beloit continues to change and evolve as it grows, and those searching for Beloit apartments for rent will find the area to be rural and industrial, as well as peaceful and exciting.

Residents of Beloit enjoy easy access to the Rock River and all it has to offer. Beloit's beautiful Riverfront area offers shopping, art, music, dining and other attractions, all within 720 acres of public riverfront space. A walking and biking path, a fishing bridge, paddleboat rental, tennis courts and other amenities make the Riverfront a perfect destination for a day or evening on the town.

Beloit is a boutique shopper's paradise. Both downtown Beloit and many surrounding communities offer a variety of shopping venues, from quilt stores and antique boutiques to gourmet cheese shops and fashion retail.

Beloit is also a small cultural center. Those searching for Beloit rentals will be delighted to discover its arts and culture scene. The Wright Museum of Art and the Logan Museum of Anthropology are both located at Beloit College. Beloit also shares a symphony orchestra with the city of Janesville.

Beloit College is a liberal arts college that enrolls 1,250 students each year. The college was founded in 1846, before Wisconsin became a state. The campus is home to the Logan Museum of Anthropology, the Wright Museum of Art and an LEED-certified Center for the Sciences.

According to the city of Beloit's 2011 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, the top employers in the city were Beloit Health Systems, the school district of Beloit, Frito-Lay, Kerry Ingredients, the City of Beloit, and Hendricks Holdings. Approximately 43.9 percent of residents live and work in Beloit, but the city loses about 3.9 percent of its population during weekdays due to commuters traveling to Rockford, Janesville and other cities.

According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 40.9 percent of homes in Beloit are renter-occupied. This should be welcome news to those looking for Beloit apartments, but incoming residents should also anticipate competition with student renters attending Beloit College.

Incoming residents will be thrilled to note that the median gross rent in Beloit is $666 per month. The cost of living index in Beloit is also low, coming in at 94. This is 6 percent lower than the national average.

However, those who are new to the area should also remember that there is a relatively long driving distance between Beloit and any large cities. The distance from Beloit to Madison is about 55 miles, and the distance from Beloit to Rockford is 27 miles.

Beloit's Welty Environmental Center allows visitors to learn and explore the wonders of nature. From community events to eco programs for children, the Welty Environmental Center offers almost exactly what its namesake suggests.

Beloit College's Logan Museum of Anthropology displays artifacts from around the world. Native American artifacts, ceramics and cultural items from the Beloit area comprise this informative and fun display.

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