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Apartments Under $1,200 in Milwaukee, WI

31 - 60 of 693 Results
7
$1,200
Parkside Pool Apartments
315 N 95th St Milwaukee, WI
2 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Pool
7
$995
8834 W. Congress St.
8834 W Congress St Milwaukee, WI
2 BR | Available Now
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1
$725 - 875
3901 N. Humboldt Blvd - Riverwest Apartments
Deal
3901 N. Humboldt Blvd Milwaukee, WI
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Air Conditioning
Shorewood
7
$975
5425-35 W. Forest Home
Deal
5425-35 W. Forest Home Ave Milwaukee, WI
1 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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Heat Included
Cat Friendly
9
$725
1559 N Prospect Ave
Milwaukee, WI
Studio | Available Now
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Lower East Side
9
$960 - 1,150
The Landing at 1st Street
4601 & 4614 S 1st Street Milwaukee, WI
1 - 2 BR | Jun. 1, 2026
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Cat Friendly
15
$1,035
Hawley Ridge Apartments
920 N Hawley Rd Milwaukee, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Storage
Disability Access
1
$995
8822 W Congress St
Milwaukee, WI
2 BR | Available Now
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12
$1,005 - 1,199
740 North By 3L Living
740 N Plankinton Ave Milwaukee, WI
Studio | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Fitness Center
Dishwasher
Downtown
30
$975 - 1,150
The Porticos Of Fox Point
3.7
500 W Bradley Road Milwaukee, WI
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
6
$1,195
Evergreen Village Apartments
9535-9545 W Oklahoma Ave Milwaukee, WI
2 BR | Jul. 10, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
5
$725
2319 W Michigan St
Milwaukee, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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Storage
Menomonee River Valley
19
$623 - 1,149
PER
ROOM
The Park at 1824 Student Apartments
1824 E Park Place Milwaukee, WI
2 - 3 BR | Jun. 1, 2026
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Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Air Conditioning
4
$1,086
Haymarket Lofts
1300 N 4th Street Milwaukee, WI
1 BR | Available Now
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Fitness Center
10
$995
3211-3213 N Buffum St
Milwaukee, WI
2 BR | Available Now
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Disability Access
Harambee
6
$1,150
1855 N Cambridge Ave
Milwaukee, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Upper East Side
23
$1,195
2556 N Murray Ave
Milwaukee, WI
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
Murray Hill
15
$675
1767 N Arlington Pl
Milwaukee, WI
Studio | Aug. 1, 2026
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Heat Included
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
Upper East Side
5
$725 - 795
1315 Cass
1315 N Cass St Milwaukee, WI
Studio | Available Now
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Heat Included
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
MSOE
14
$925
2804-2810 W Kilbourn Ave
Milwaukee, WI
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
Concordia
40
$975 - 1,095
Maryland Park Apartments
2720 N Frederick Ave / 2727 N Maryland Ave Milwaukee, WI
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Storage
Disability Access
Dishwasher
27
$946 - 1,119
Madison Woods
3.4
9650 W Bradley RD Milwaukee, WI
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Income Restricted
Balcony/Deck/Patio
10
$995 - 1,140
Prospective
1933 N Prospect Ave Milwaukee, WI
1 BR | Jul. 3, 2026
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Heat Included
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Air Conditioning
4
$1,095
51st Street 8 Families
4133-4200 S 51st St Milwaukee, WI
2 BR | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Storage
Disability Access
5
$775 - 875
1026 Lyon
1026 E Lyon St Milwaukee, WI
Studio | Jun. 1, 2026
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Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
Lower East Side
4
$845
51st Street
4100 S. 51st Street 4138 S. 51st Street Milwaukee, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Storage
22
$1,079 - 1,549
Cambridge Manor
1743 N Cambridge Ave Milwaukee, WI
Studio | May. 25, 2026
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Air Conditioning
Fitness Center
Storage
Lower East Side
20
$946 - 1,297
London House
2.8
1580 N Farwell Ave Milwaukee, WI
Studio - 1 BR | Jul. 3, 2026
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Heat Included
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
4
$835
Clement Terrace
3333 S Clement Ave Milwaukee, WI
Studio | Available Now
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Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Storage
Disability Access
9
$750
746 S Layton Blvd
Milwaukee, WI
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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Storage
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $1,200 are available in Milwaukee, WI on Rentable.co?

There are 693 apartments under $1,200 in Milwaukee currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $1,200 are available in Milwaukee?

Rentable.co has 1,249 studio apartments under $1,200 available for rent in Milwaukee.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $1,200 are available in Milwaukee?

Rentable.co has 3,084 one-bedroom apartments under $1,200 available for rent in Milwaukee.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $1,200 are available in Milwaukee?

Rentable.co has 2,046 two-bedroom apartments under $1,200 available for rent in Milwaukee.

Can I afford a apartment under $1,200 in Milwaukee, WI?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $1,200 in Milwaukee based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $37,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $1,200 for rent in Milwaukee, WI?

  1. Riverwest
  2. Lower East Side
  3. Murray Hill
  4. Riverside Park
  5. Upper East Side

Apartments Under $1,200 in Milwaukee, WI: May Rental Information

Welcome to the May 2026 Milwaukee Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the May 2026 key findings and figures for the Milwaukee rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $1,200 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in Milwaukee and surrounding areas. This summary also provides an insight into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $1,200 in Milwaukee. Whether you're a student, young professional, or small family, this report aims to provide you with the necessary information to find your ideal apartment at an affordable price in Milwaukee.
0 15 30 45 60 <$600 $640 $720 $800 $880 $960 $1,040 $1,120 $1,200 $1,280 $1,360 $1,440 $1,520 $1,600 $1,680 $1,760 $1,840 $1,920 >$2,000
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Milwaukee stands at $1,050, with the majority falling between $650 and $2,000. Out of the 5,312 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Milwaukee, 2,656 are priced below $1,200, accounting for 50% of the total available one-bedroom units in Milwaukee.

Available Apartments Under $1,200: Milwaukee vs. Surrounding Areas

Milwaukee, WI
Waukesha, WI
Shorewood, WI
West Allis, WI
Wauwatosa, WI
South Milwaukee, WI
Germantown, WI
Cudahy, WI
Menomonee Falls, WI
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The chart above displays the current availability of apartments under $1,200 in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding cities. As of May 2026, there are a total of 972 apartments meeting the criteria in the Milwaukee metro area. This includes apartments in Milwaukee as well as the nearby cities of West Allis, Shorewood, Slinger, Pewaukee, Elm Grove, South Milwaukee, Whitefish Bay, Jackson, Menomonee Falls, Cedarburg, Mequon, Port Washington, Chenequa, Fox Point, Franklin, Sussex, Mukwonago, Bayside, Germantown, Muskego, Glendale, Cudahy, New Berlin, Grafton, Greendale, Greenfield, Delafield, North Prairie, St Francis, Oak Creek, Wales, Oconomowoc, Saukville, Hartford, Hartland, Eagle, Waukesha, East Troy, Brookfield, Brown Deer, Wauwatosa, Friesse Lake, Waterford, Hales Corners, and Dousman. With a range of rental options to choose from, prospective renters can find affordable apartments in this vibrant metropolitan area.

Apartments Under $1,200 Now vs. Last Month: Milwaukee and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $1,200 in May M/M % Change
Milwaukee, WI 670 +1.0%
Waukesha, WI 33 +1.07%
Shorewood, WI 25 +0.9%
West Allis, WI 19 +0.88%
Wauwatosa, WI 19 +1.03%
South Milwaukee, WI 16 +1.17%
Germantown, WI 15 +0.98%
Cudahy, WI 13 +0.95%
Menomonee Falls, WI 12 +1.08%
St Francis, WI 11 +0.95%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,200 in Milwaukee?

Available apartments under $1,200 5,865
Top amenities Storage, On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Off Street Parking
Deals 57
Pet friendly 645
Utilities included 375
Furnished 46
Studio 225
1 Bedroom 442
2 Bedroom 375

Where are Milwaukee Apartments Under $1,200?

Top Neighborhoods Riverwest, Lower east side, Murray hill, Riverside park, Upper east side
Riverwest 67
Lower East Side 49
Murray Hill 38
Riverside Park 33
Upper East Side 23
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