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property at 4576 N 38th St

4576 N 38th St

MilwaukeeWI53209

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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property at 1663 S 6th St

1663 S 6th St

MilwaukeeWI53204

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

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property at 5320 N 39th St

5320 N 39th St

MilwaukeeWI53209
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Cheapest Available Milwaukee County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Milwaukee County, WI is a Studio unit found at Garden Place (55+) in the River View neighborhood priced from $410. The Regent Senior & The Oxford in the Grantosa Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $482. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Milwaukee County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Garden Place (55+)Studio - Income RestrictedStudio,1BA$410
The Regent Senior & The Oxford1 Bedroom - Income Restricted 30%1BR,1BA$482
Chapel Garden ApartmentsLifestyle: Senior - 1 BR1BR,1BA$510
The Residences at ThriveOn KingOne Bedroom Loft1BR,1BA$525
Clarke Square Terrace (55+)One Bedroom - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$576
GARDEN TERRACE SENIOR APARTMENTS1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$622
Becher Terrace (55+)One Bedroom1BR,1BA$655
Lakeside ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$675
Buckingham ApartmentsSmall StudioStudio,1BA$695
Fairmount ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee County, WI

As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Milwaukee County area is the $0.53 price per square foot Townhome Model at Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes in the in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Milwaukee County apartment is the 709 E Brady St Model at 709 E Brady St, Unit 1 starting at $1,200 with a $0.67 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Milwaukee County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Rooted & Rising Apartments & TownhomesTownhome3BR,2.5BA$0.53
709 E Brady St, Unit 1709 E Brady St3BR,1BA$0.67
3148 S 13th St, Unit 3148 S 13th st3148 S 13th St2BR,1BA$0.80
2927 N 52nd St, Unit #A2927 N 52nd St2BR,1BA$0.80
2467-2469 N 41st St, Unit 2467 N 41st Milwaukee2467-2469 N 41st St3BR,1BA$0.80
2457 N 1st St, Unit front back2457 N 1st St1BR,1BA$0.60
Columbia Square1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.77
Clarke Square Terrace (55+)Two Bedroom - Income Eligible2BR,1BA$0.80
2831 W Capitol Dr, Unit 12831 W Capitol Dr1BR,1BA$0.88
GARDEN TERRACE SENIOR APARTMENTS1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$0.86

Frequently Asked Questions about Milwaukee County

What type of rentals are currently available in Milwaukee County?

There are currently 3524 Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee County, WI with pricing that ranges from $350 to $15,000. There are also 226 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Milwaukee County ranging from $595 to $7,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Milwaukee County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Milwaukee County ranges from $595 to $7,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,565.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Milwaukee County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Milwaukee County range from $549 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $676.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

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Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

Written by: Brandie Parton

As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.