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Renting in Milwaukee: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?

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Published on April 15, 2020
Renting in Milwaukee: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?1620 S. Sixth St. | Photo: Apartment Guide

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one-bedroom in Milwaukee are hovering around $699. But how does the low-end pricing on a Milwaukee rental look these days — and what might you get for the price?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments from Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what budget-minded 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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1620 S. Sixth St.

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Listed at $500/month, this 495-square-foot studio apartment, located at 1620 S. Sixth St. in Historic Mitchell Street, is 49.7% less than the median rent for a studio in Milwaukee, which is currently estimated at around $995/month.

The studio also offers a dishwasher. Building amenities include a fitness center, secured entry and garage parking. If you've got a pet, you'll be happy to learn that cats and dogs are allowed.

According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is quite walkable, is convenient for biking and has good transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

3958 N. 22nd St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom abode, situated at 3958 N. 22nd St. in Franklin Heights, is also listed for $500/month for its 568 square feet.

In the unit, anticipate a dishwasher and air conditioning. Building amenities feature outdoor space and on-site laundry. Animals are not welcome. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is friendly for those on foot, has some bike infrastructure and has good transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

1527 N. Marshall St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Here's a studio apartment at 1527 N. Marshall St. in Lower East Side, which, at 300 square feet, is going for $535/month.

In the unit, the listing promises hardwood flooring. The building boasts on-site laundry. Hairball alert: Cats are welcome. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

Walk Score indicates that this location is a "walker's paradise," is a "biker's paradise" and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the full listing here.)

1835 N. Second St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

This studio apartment, situated at 1835 N. Second St. in Brewer's Hill, is listed for $575/month.

Look for hardwood flooring and central heating in the apartment. Building amenities include assigned parking and on-site laundry. Both cats and dogs are welcome.

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

(See the listing here.)

1315 N. Cass St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Finally, here's a studio apartment at 1315 N. Cass St. in Yankee Hill, which, with 350 square feet, is going for $595/month.

Anticipate hardwood flooring, central heating and a walk-in closet in the unit. The building features on-site laundry. Hairball alert: Cats are welcome. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

Walk Score indicates that the surrounding area is a "walker's paradise," is very bikeable and has good transit options.

(Check out the listing here.)


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