Need a budget-friendly new spot? Though apartment hunting can be challenging, don't despair just yet—there are deals to be had. So what does the low-end rent on a rental in Milwaukee look like these days—and what might you get for your money?
We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments in Milwaukee via rental site Zumper to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find.
Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: prices and availability are subject to change.)
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2435 W. Wisconsin Ave.
Listed at $475/month, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom, located at 2435 W. Wisconsin Ave. in Avenues West , is 52.3 percent less than the median rent for a one bedroom in Milwaukee, which is currently estimated at around $995/month.
In the unit, there are hardwood flooring, heating and built-in storage features. There's no leasing fee required for this rental. According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is very walkable, has some bike infrastructure and has good transit options.
(See the complete listing here.)
5541 N. Teutonia Ave.
This one-bedroom, one-bathroom , situated at 5541 N. Teutonia Ave. in Old North Milwaukee, is listed for $525/month.
The apartment boasts hardwood flooring, air conditioning and heating, high ceilings and an eat-in kitchen. Amenities offered in the building include assigned parking. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: this spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.
According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is moderately walkable, is relatively bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.
(See the complete listing here.)
2484 S. Ninth St.
Then there's this with one bedroom and one bathroom at 2484 S. Ninth St. in Lincoln Village, listed at $545/month.
In the unit, expect to find central heating, hardwood flooring, an eat-in kitchen and spacious closets. Neither cats nor dogs are permitted. Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry and on-site management. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.
Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is friendly for those on foot, is bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.
(See the listing here.)
2822 N. First St.
Over at 2822 N. First St. in Harambee, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom, going for $575/month.
Apartment amenities include central heating, hardwood flooring, large windows and a walk-in closet. Cats are welcome. The building offers garage parking. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.
According to Walk Score, this location is quite walkable, is bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.
(View the listing here.)
1026 E. Lyon St.
To round things out, there's this studio at 1026 E. Lyon St. in Lower East Side. It's being listed for $595/month.
In the unit, you'll find central heating, carpeting, closet space and ceiling fans. Feline companions are permitted. The building features on-site laundry. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.
According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is extremely walkable, is a "biker's paradise" and offers many nearby public transportation options.
(Here's the full listing.)
