Milwaukee/ Real Estate & Development
Published on May 27, 2020
Renting in Milwaukee: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?1819 N. Cambridge Ave. | Photo: Zumper

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in Milwaukee are hovering around $785. But how does the low-end pricing on a Milwaukee rental look these days — and what might you get for your money?

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.

Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (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 percent less than the median rent for a studio in Milwaukee, which is currently estimated at around $995/month.

When it comes to building amenities, expect a fitness center, secured entry and garage parking. In the unit, expect a dishwasher. Both cats and dogs are welcome.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is friendly for those on foot, is convenient for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

2822 N. First St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence, situated at 2822 N. First St. in Harambee, is listed for $575/month.

The unit has hardwood flooring and central heating; garage parking is offered as a building amenity. Good news for cat lovers: Kitties are welcome. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is very walkable, is relatively bikeable and has good transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

1830 N. Oakland Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Here's a studio apartment at 1830 N. Oakland Ave. in Lower East Side, which is also going for $575/month.

The building offers assigned parking. In the unit, expect central heating. This rental is cat-friendly. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address is extremely walkable, is great for biking and has good transit options.

(See the full listing here.)

1819 N. Cambridge Ave.

Photo: Zumper

Finally is this studio apartment, located at 1819 N. Cambridge Ave. in Lower East Side and listed for $625/month.

The unit comes with central heating, a ceiling fan and large windows. Hairball alert: Cats are allowed. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is a "walker's paradise," is a "biker's paradise" and has good transit options.

(Here's the listing.)


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