Milwaukee/ Real Estate & Development
Published on February 19, 2020
The cheapest apartments for rent in Lower East Side, Milwaukee 1579 N. Farwell Ave. | Photo: Zumper

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 an affordable rent on a rental in Lower East Side look like these days — and what might you get for your money?

Walk Score indicates that the neighborhood has excellent walkability, is easy to get around on a bicycle and has good transit options. It also features median rents for a one bedroom that hover around $1,200, compared to a $695 one-bedroom median for Milwaukee as a whole.

A look at local listings in Lower East Side via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide paints a picture of what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find in this Milwaukee neighborhood.

Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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1579 N. Farwell Ave.

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Listed at $700/month, this 450-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom abode, located at 1579 N. Farwell Ave., is 41.7% less than the $1,200/month median rent for a one bedroom in Lower East Side.

The residence includes hardwood flooring and central heating. The listing is cat-friendly. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

(See the complete listing here.)

1657 N. Astor St.

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Photo: Zumper

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom address, situated at 1657 N. Astor St., is listed for $715/month.

The unit has central heating and hardwood flooring. This rental is cat-friendly. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

(See the complete listing here.)

1935-45 N. Oakland Ave.

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Photo: Zumper

Then there's this abode with one bedroom and one bathroom at 1935-45 N. Oakland Ave., listed at $765/month.

The unit features central heating and hardwood flooring. Pet lovers are in luck: This rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. The building features a resident lounge.

(See the listing here.)

1544 N. Humboldt Ave.

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This one-bedroom, one-bathroom dwelling, situated at 1544 N. Humboldt Ave., is listed for $950/month for its 1,000 square feet.

Expect to find hardwood flooring, a dishwasher and central heating in the unit. Pets are not allowed. When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry and additional storage space. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

(See the listing here.)

2019 N. Farwell Ave.

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Photo: Zumper

And here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom address at 2019 N. Farwell Ave., which is also going for $950/month.

The building offers garage parking. The residence also has hardwood flooring, central heating, stainless steel appliances and a dishwasher. The rental is cat-friendly. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

(Check out the listing here.)


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