1037 W Wright St
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Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Milwaukee Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $700 (13 Rentals)
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1549A N Warren Ave
MilwaukeeWI53202
1549 N Warren Ave
MilwaukeeWI53202
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2855 N Hubbard St
MilwaukeeWI53212
2867 N Fratney St
MilwaukeeWI53212
2457 N 1st St, Unit upper front
2457 N 1st St
MilwaukeeWI53212
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1104 W Chambers St
MilwaukeeWI53206
904 E Pearson St
MilwaukeeWI53202
2576 N Pierce St
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422 E Locust St
MilwaukeeWI53212
2957 N Richards St
MilwaukeeWI53212
1919 N Summit Ave, Unit 5B
1919 N Summit Ave
MilwaukeeWI53202
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2372 -2374 N Humboldt Blvd, Unit Lower Unit
2372 -2374 N Humboldt Blvd
MilwaukeeWI53212
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Downtown Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Milwaukee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Milwaukee 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,888 | $750 | $4,750 |
| Downtown Milwaukee 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,168 | $1,499 | $3,750 |
| Downtown Milwaukee 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,840 | $2,295 | $5,300 |
| Downtown Milwaukee 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,195 | $3,095 | $3,295 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Milwaukee Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Milwaukee Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Milwaukee area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Residences at ThriveOn King priced from $525. Edgewater East has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $680. Here are the most affordable Downtown Milwaukee apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at ThriveOn King | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Edgewater East | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $680 |
| Buckingham Apartments | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Fairmount Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| The Astor Hotel Apartments | Efficiency Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Milwaukee, WI
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Milwaukee area is the $0.67 price per square foot 709 E Brady St Model at 709 E Brady St, Unit 1 in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Downtown Milwaukee apartment is the 2457 N 1st St Model at 2457 N 1st St, Unit front back starting at $900 with a $0.60 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Milwaukee apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 709 E Brady St, Unit 1 | 709 E Brady St | 3BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| 2457 N 1st St, Unit front back | 2457 N 1st St | 1BR,1BA | $0.60 |
| The Germania | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Oakland Manor | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Summerfield | 1 Bed / 1 Bath + Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 2944 N 7th St, Unit 2944A N 7th St. Upper | 2944 N 7th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 1658 N Van Buren St, Unit 2 | 1658 N Van Buren St | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Michigan Street Commons | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| 2911 N 9th St, Unit 2911-A | 2911 N 9th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 610 W Wisconsin Ave, Unit 24 | 610 W Wisconsin Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Milwaukee?
There are currently 939 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Milwaukee, WI with pricing that ranges from $525 to $15,000. There are also 59 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Milwaukee ranging from $750 to $5,300.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Milwaukee ranges from $750 to $5,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,152.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Milwaukee?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Milwaukee range from $549 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,499 to $3,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,295 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,850.
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