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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 1503-15 E Kane Pl priced from $745. Royal Plaza Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable East Side apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1503-15 E Kane PlSouth Facing StudioStudio,1BA$745
Royal Plaza ApartmentsStudioAStudio,1BA$825
Edgewater ApartmentsNo Availabilty1BR,1BA$850
Maryland Arms ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
RiverwalkStudioStudio,1BA$905

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, WI

As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side 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 East Side apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at 2611-2613 N Stowell Ave starting at $2,100 with a $1.31 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.
709 E Brady St, Unit 1709 E Brady St3BR,1BA$0.67
2611-2613 N Stowell Ave3 Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.31
2728 N Downer Ave, Unit Upper Flat2728 N Downer Ave4BR,1BA$1.38
2562 Prospect/Move-in Special3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.33
Oakland Manor2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.04
1658 N Van Buren St, Unit 21658 N Van Buren St2BR,1BA$1.16
River Stone Place2B2BR,1BA$1.41
Belleview Terrace Apartments2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1.11
Oakview ManorTwo Bedroom One Bath-12BR,1BA$1.33
Maryland Arms ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.42

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Side

What type of rentals are currently available in East Side?

There are currently 571 Apartments for Rent in East Side, WI with pricing that ranges from $549 to $6,000. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Side ranging from $1,198 to $5,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Side?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Side ranges from $1,198 to $5,300 with an average monthly rent of $2,062.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Side?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Side range from $549 to $5,069, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,499 to $5,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,295 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,850.

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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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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 Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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

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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

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