Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $500 (148 Rentals)

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East Side, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Side area of Milwaukee, WI is a Studio unit found at Cumberland Apartments priced from $725. 1503-15 E Kane Pl has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $745. Here are the most affordable East Side apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cumberland ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$725
1503-15 E Kane PlLgr North Facing StudioStudio,1BA$745
Maryland Arms ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
Belleview Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$770
Edgewater ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$825
Edgeview ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$850
Royal Plaza Apartments1A1BR,1BA$895
Oakland Manor1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$919
Oakland1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, WI

As of March 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $1.31 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at 2611-2613 N Stowell Ave in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the 2728 N Downer Ave Model at 2728 N Downer Ave, Unit Upper Flat starting at $2,000 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2611-2613 N Stowell Ave3 Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.31
2728 N Downer Ave, Unit Upper Flat2728 N Downer Ave4BR,1BA$1.38
1624 N Warren Ave, Unit Lower1624 N Warren Ave2BR,1BA$1.18
1622 N Warren Ave, Unit Upper1622 N Warren Ave2BR,1BA$1.34
Edgewater Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.44
River Stone Place2B2BR,1BA$1.42
Belleview Terrace Apartments2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1.11
Edgeview ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.04
1755 N Arlington Pl, Unit 11755 N Arlington Pl2BR,1BA$1.12
Oakland Manor1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.23

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Side, Milwaukee, WI

Ranked #38

Among neighborhoods in Milwaukee, WI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Milwaukee, WI. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Side Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Side?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Side is at 1503-15 E Kane Pl listed at $745.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Side Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Side Apartment is $895 at Edgewater Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Side Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Side is starting from $850 at Edgeview Apartments.

What is the most affordable East Side Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 2534 N Prospect Ave and starts from $1,895.

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