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Cheap Apartments in Milwaukee, WI

1 - 30 of 303 Results
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$634
Ingram Place
456 E Brown St Milwaukee, WI
2 BR | Available Now
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Fitness Center
9
$695 - 800
Wyngate Apartments
2.0
3006 & 3014 W. Pierce St Milwaukee, WI
Studio | Available Now
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Heat Included
Cat Friendly
National Park
18
$496
Bishops Creek Family Housing
4765 N 32nd St Milwaukee, WI
1 BR | Jul. 6, 2026
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Income Restricted
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Fitness Center
Dishwasher
8
$775
1512 E. Royall Place - Royall Place Apartments
Deal
1512 E. Royall Pl. Milwaukee, Wi 53202 Milwaukee, WI
Studio | Available Now
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Heat Included
Cat Friendly
Storage
Upper East Side
6
$700
1447 N. Franklin Place
Milwaukee, WI
Studio | Available Now
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Heat Included
Cat Friendly
4
$725
1559 Prospect
1559 N. Prospect Ave Milwaukee, WI
Studio | Available Now
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Heat Included
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Lower East Side
9
$725
1559 N Prospect Ave
Milwaukee, WI
Studio | Available Now
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Lower East Side
11
$695
5325 N. 63rd
5325 N. 63Rd St Milwaukee, WI
Studio | Available Now
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1
$725
3901 N. Humboldt Blvd - Riverwest Apartments
Deal
3901 N. Humboldt Blvd Milwaukee, WI
Studio | Aug. 1, 2026
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Heat Included
Air Conditioning
Shorewood
10
$785 - 815
1417 N Prospect Ave
Milwaukee, WI
Studio | Jun. 1, 2026
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Heat Included
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Storage
15
$652
Hawley Ridge Apartments
920 N Hawley Rd Milwaukee, WI
2 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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Heat Included
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Storage
Disability Access
9
$495
808 N 24th Street
Milwaukee, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Covered Parking
Surface Parking
Storage
Avenues West
28
$775 - 795
The Empire Building
1041 E Knapp Street Milwaukee, WI
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Cat Friendly
Fitness Center
Lower East Side
26
$850 - 995
Prospect Heights
1.0
1646 N Prospect Ave Milwaukee, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Cat Friendly
Section 8
Fitness Center
Storage
27
$825
The Normandy
1.8
2223 E Belleview Pl Milwaukee, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Cat Friendly
Murray Hill
12
$705 - 860
Lake Crest Apartments
4.0
1732 North Prospect Ave Milwaukee, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Section 8
Fitness Center
Storage
5
$695 - 795
1315 Cass
1315 N Cass St Milwaukee, WI
Studio | Available Now
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Heat Included
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
MSOE
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
49
$750
2636 S Logan Ave
Milwaukee, WI
Studio | Available Now
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Heat Included
Cat Friendly
Section 8
Air Conditioning
Bayview
49
$750
The Annason
3.0
2121 E Capitol Dr Milwaukee, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Cat Friendly
5
$775 - 795
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 | Jul. 10, 2026
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Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Storage
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
National Park
5
$725
2319 W Michigan St
Milwaukee, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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Storage
Menomonee River Valley
19
$623 - 822
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The Park at 1824 Student Apartments
1824 E Park Place Milwaukee, WI
3 BR | Jun. 1, 2026
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Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Air Conditioning
10
$605 - 780
Clybourn Place
4.8
510 N. 20th Street Milwaukee, WI
Studio | Ask for Availability
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Student
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Dishwasher
18
$850
Frederick Manor - Dog Friendly
2465 N Frederick Ave Milwaukee, WI
1 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
5
$475
1656 S 8th Street
Milwaukee, WI
Studio | Available Now
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Heat Included
Surface Parking
Historic Mitchell Street
20
$715 - 825
The Morrison
3953 N Maryland Ave Milwaukee, WI
Studio - 1 BR | Available Now
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Heat Included
Cat Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many cheap apartments are available in Milwaukee, WI on Rentable.co?

There are 303 cheap apartments in Milwaukee currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

What is the average rent for a cheap apartment in Milwaukee, WI?

The average monthly rent for a cheap apartment in Milwaukee is about $400.

How many studio cheap apartments are available in Milwaukee?

Rentable.co has 139 studio cheap apartments available for rent in Milwaukee.

How many one-bedroom cheap apartments are available in Milwaukee?

Rentable.co has 213 one-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in Milwaukee.

How many two-bedroom cheap apartments are available in Milwaukee?

Rentable.co has 229 two-bedroom cheap apartments available for rent in Milwaukee.

Can I afford a cheap apartment in Milwaukee, WI?

To comfortably afford a cheap apartment in Milwaukee based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $16,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most cheap apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI?

  1. Lower East Side
  2. Concordia
  3. Northpoint
  4. Riverside Park
  5. Avenues West

Cheap Apartments 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 $1,000 — 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 $1,000 in Milwaukee.

Whether you're a young professional looking for your first apartment or a budget-conscious renter searching for an affordable place to call home, you'll find valuable information to help you make an informed decision.
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

Available Cheap Apartments: Milwaukee vs. Surrounding Areas

Milwaukee, WI
Wauwatosa, WI
Waukesha, WI
Brookfield, WI
40
5
4
3
The chart above provides data on the number of available cheap apartments in Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding cities as of May 2026. The surrounding cities included in the chart are 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. It offers a comprehensive overview of the total inventory of cheap apartments in the Milwaukee, WI metro area, giving prospective renters a clear understanding of the availability of affordable housing in the region. The chart demonstrates the commitment of Rentable to providing accurate and up-to-date information to help renters make informed decisions.

Cheap Apartments Now vs. Last Month: Milwaukee and Surrounding Areas

City Cheap Apartments in May M/M % Change
Milwaukee, WI 40 +0.92%
Wauwatosa, WI 5 +1.21%
Waukesha, WI 4 +1.0%
Brookfield, WI 3 +1.0%
Port Washington, WI 2 +1.13%
Mequon, WI 2 +1.0%
Hartland, WI 2 +1.0%
Cudahy, WI 2 +1.17%
New Berlin, WI 1 +0.83%
St Francis, WI 1 +1.0%

Looking for Cheap Apartments in Milwaukee?

Available cheap apartments 608
Top amenities Air Conditioning, On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Off Street Parking
Deals 28
Pet friendly 27
Utilities included 21
Furnished 7
Studio 10
1 Bedroom 38
2 Bedroom 32
Square footage 303 - 1,226

Where are Cheap Milwaukee Apartments?

Top Neighborhoods Lower east side, Concordia, Northpoint, Riverside park, Avenues west
Lower East Side 3
Concordia 3
Northpoint 2
Riverside Park 2
Avenues West 2
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