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  • The Guild

    816 Porter Ave, Eau Claire, WI 54701

    Located in Third Ward, Eau Claire zip code 54701
    Apartment building
    Pet-friendly
    Parking lot
    Air conditioning (central)
    In-unit laundry (W/D)
    47–unit building
    507–2,829 sqft
    1–2 bedrooms
    1–2.5 bathrooms

    What's special

    The Guild is the newest, most state-of-the-art living complex offering a premium housing experience on the bank of the Chippewa River. Situated on the edge of the downtown Eau Claire business district and the historic Third Ward, The Guild affords a unique and vibrant home that is grounded in our community while redefining the shared experience. The Guild features forty-eight units with twenty unique floor plans. The renovated structure, with amazing views along the Chippewa River, includes four floors of quality units and two newly-constructed parking garages. Amenities include a fitness room with commercial-grade equipment, a game room, spacious lobby, and outdoor gathering spaces. The living units range in size from 507 sq. ft. studios to 2,829 sq. ft. penthouses that have two bedrooms and a den. The Guild is the cornerstone living complex of a revitalized downtown Eau Claire. Looking in any direction from the building will reveal another exciting feature of the community. With immediate proximity to the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire campus, a regionally acclaimed bike path and walking trail, multiple city parks, the epicenter of Eau Claire businesses and the heart of the city's arts and entertainment at Pablo Center at the Confluence, there is hardly a better time or place to find your new home right here in Eau Claire. The Guild provides immediate access the very best Eau Claire has to offer, while also offering a taste of the quiet life, secluded on the edge of the Third Ward district, against the bank of the Chippewa River, and presenting the very best of home life in the convenience of luxury apartment living.

    Facts, features & policies

    Building amenities

    Community rooms
    • Fitness center
    • Game room
    • Lounge
    Outdoor common areas
    • Barbecue
    • Lawn
    • Patio
    • Picnic area
    Security
    • Controlled access
    • Intercom
    Services & facilities
    • 24 hour maintenance
    • Bicycle storage
    • Elevator
    • Guest suite
    • Online maintenance portal
    • Online rent payment
    • Onsite management
    • Package service
    • Pet park
    • Storage space
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    • City
    • Park
    • Water

    Policies

    Lease terms
    • Flexible
    • One year
    Parking
    • Underground garage
    • Parking lot
    Pet essentials
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    • DogsAllowed
      Small and large OK
    • CatsAllowed
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    Utilities included in rent
    • Garbage
    • Sewer
    • Water
    • Internet
    • Cable TV
    • Heat
    • Hot water

    Unit features

    Appliances
    • Convection oven
    • Dishwasher
    • Dryer
    • Garbage disposal
    • Microwave oven
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Washer
    Cooling
    • Air conditioning: Central
    • Ceiling fan
    Flooring
    • Hardwood
    • Tile
    Heating
    • Electric
    Internet/Satellite
    • Building-wide wireless
    • Cable
    Other
    • Patio or Balcony

    Neighborhood: Third Ward

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    • Green Spaces
      Scenic trails and gardens with private, less-crowded natural escapes.
      Outdoor Activities
      Ample parks and spaces for hiking, biking, and active recreation.
      Shopping Scene
      Bustling retail hubs with boutiques, shops, and convenient everyday essentials.
      College Nearby
      Local university presence adds vibrancy, events, and youthful energy.
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    Anchored on Eau Claire’s south side, 54701 blends leafy residential streets with access to the Chippewa River, Putnam Park State Natural Area, Fairfax Park, and nearby Lowes Creek trails for biking, running, and winter skiing. Shopping and errands are easy around Oakwood Mall, Golf Road, and S Hastings/London Road, with Costco, Festival Foods, Aldi, Target, coffee stops like Starbucks, and casual restaurants from Texas Roadhouse to local eateries; fitness is convenient at the YMCA and Planet Fitness, and the Pablo Center’s performances and a local brewery scene downtown are just minutes away. According to Zillow’s recent market trends, the median asking rent in 54701 over the past few months has been in the low-to-mid $1,000s, with most listings ranging from the high hundreds to the upper $1,000s depending on size and updates. Expect family-friendly, pet-friendly blocks, walkable pockets near downtown, and quick highway access to I-94, US-53, and WI-93.

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    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    71 / 100
    Very Walkable
    76 / 100
    Very Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Eau Claire

    GreatSchools rating

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of The Guild?

    The Guild has a walk score of 71, it's very walkable.

    What schools are assigned to The Guild?

    The schools assigned to The Guild include Flynn Elementary School, Lakeshore Elementary School, and Oxford Avenue School.

    Does The Guild have in-unit laundry?

    Yes, The Guild has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units.

    What neighborhood is The Guild in?

    The Guild is in the Third Ward neighborhood in Eau Claire, WI.

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