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Apartments for rent in Milwaukee: What will $1,500 get you?

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Published on April 16, 2020
Apartments for rent in Milwaukee: What will $1,500 get you? 143 N. Jackson St. | Photo: Zumper

Curious just how far your dollar goes in Milwaukee?

We've rounded up the latest places for rent via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to hunting down affordable apartments in Milwaukee if you're on a budget of up to $1,500/month.

Take a peek at what rentals the city has to offer, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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720 Old World Third St. (Kilbourn Town)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Listed at $1,410/month, this 1,223-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment is located at 720 Old World Third St.

The apartment offers a dishwasher and a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting. When it comes to building amenities, anticipate secured entry and garage parking. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. Expect a $300 pet deposit.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address is a "walker's paradise," is quite bikeable and has excellent transit.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

425 E. Menomonee St. (Historic Third Ward)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Next, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment over at 425 E. Menomonee St. It's listed for $1,415/month for its 735 square feet.

The building features a gym and garage parking. In the apartment, you'll see a dishwasher and a balcony. Pet owners, take heed: The property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the surrounding area is extremely walkable, is convenient for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)

1632 N. Franklin Place (Lower East Side)

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Here's a 726-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 1632 N. Franklin Place that's going for $1,420/month.

Expect to see a mix of hardwood floors and carpeting and a dishwasher in the unit. When it comes to building amenities, anticipate garage parking and secured entry. Pet owners, take heed: The rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Expect a $300 pet deposit.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area has excellent walkability, is great for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

1623 Jackson St., Apartments (Lower East Side)

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Located at 1623 Jackson St., Apartments, here's a 786-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom spot that's listed for $1,425/month.

In the unit, the listing promises a fireplace, a balcony, stainless steel appliances and in-unit laundry. Pet owners, take heed: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location has excellent walkability, is convenient for biking and has good transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

143 N. Jackson St. (Historic Third Ward)

Photo: Zumper

Finally, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence located at 143 N. Jackson St. It's listed for $1,435/month for its 772 square feet.

In the residence, the listing promises a balcony. The building features outdoor space and on-site management. For those with furry friends in tow, this property is pet-friendly. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is friendly for those on foot, is very bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)

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This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Additionally, read on for five marketing tips for real estate agents to showcase local market expertise.

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