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Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

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Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 03, 2025

There are currently 15919 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Milwaukee, WI that range in price from $438 to $6,764. Kilbourn Town, Haymarket and Hillside are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Milwaukee with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Kilbourn Town368$1,695$438
Haymarket356$1,695$438
Hillside354$1,705$438
Schlitz Park347$1,695$438
Marquette344$1,725$438
Halyard Park343$1,705$438
Brewer's Hill334$1,710$438
Downtown Milwaukee329$1,725$438
King Park328$1,730$438
Triangle North328$1,750$438

Largest Available Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Milwaukee, WI is found at Atelier Apartments in the Haymarket neighborhood and is 1,285 square feet priced from $2,575. Elevation 1659 has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,250 square feet and currently listed start at $2,410. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Milwaukee:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Atelier Apartments2291-1E1,285 Sq Ft$2,575
Elevation 1659The Andres1,250 Sq Ft$2,410
Oregon Apartments1BR/1.5BA1,225 Sq Ft$2,100
333 WaterPH21,191 Sq Ft$4,570
Encore @ White Oaks ApartmentsNew 1 Bedroom + Den1,139 Sq Ft$2,295
The Artisan at Georgetown Square Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath (J)1,101 Sq Ft$2,018
Bayshore PlaceElm1,090 Sq Ft$1,775
Columbia Square1 Bed, 1 bath1,000 Sq Ft$900
The Buckler by 3L LivingOne Bedroom829 Sq Ft$1,585

Cheapest Available Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 03, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Milwaukee, WI is the One Bedroom Loft Model starting from $438 at The Residences at ThriveOn King in the Haymarket neighborhood. The second most affordable Milwaukee 1 Bedroom is the Lifestyle: Senior - 1 BR Model at Chapel Garden Apartments starting at $510 in the Near South Side neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Milwaukee is currently $1,675. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Milwaukee:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Residences at ThriveOn KingOne Bedroom Loft$438
Chapel Garden ApartmentsLifestyle: Senior - 1 BR$510
Clarke Square Terrace (55+)One Bedroom - Income Restricted$576
Becher Terrace (55+)One Bedroom$655
Edgewater EastOne Bedroom$680
Parkside Commons Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom$698
Garden Terrace Senior Apartments (55+)One Bedroom - Income Restricted$720
Buckingham ApartmentsSmall 1 Bedroom$750
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom$774
Brook Lane Apartments1 Bedroom One Bathroom$799

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Milwaukee Overview

One of the top five largest cities in the entire Midwestern U.S. region and far and away the biggest in the state of Wisconsin, living in Milwaukee apartments represents some of the best in the nation. From its long-standing reputation as a 'brewery city' to recent urban renewal and growth, this charming Midwest heartland destination is on the rise.

Why live in Milwaukee, WI?

From its huge public parks system (known as the 'Grand Necklace of Parks') to those oh-so-famous breweries, Milwaukee has something to offer for almost every walk of life. Farmer's markets and other weekly events cultivate a large degree of neighborhood camaraderie, while growing industries such as health care and regional universities help draw young people to Milwaukee on a steady basis. And with so many areas in which to find great deals for apartments in Milwaukee, you can't lose here!

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Getting Around Milwaukee, WI

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

62 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

48 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Milwaukee Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Milwaukee with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Milwaukee is at The Residences at ThriveOn King listed at $438.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Milwaukee Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Milwaukee is $1,675.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Milwaukee Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Milwaukee is a 1,285 square feet unit starting from $2,575 at Atelier Apartments.

What is the average size for Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Milwaukee is currently 775 sq ft.

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Finding The Best Affordable Milwaukee Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Tim Brown

I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Growing up in the city and then just blocks outside the border, many Milwaukee neighborhoods have been home to friends and family for many years.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.