Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Milwaukee Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $400 (14 Rentals)

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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

28 West Apartments List

2841 W Highland BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53208
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Boulevard Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Boulevard Apartments

2830 W Highland BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53208
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3008 W State St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3008 W State St

3008 W State StMilwaukee, WI 53208
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Highlander
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Highlander

2936 W Highland BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53208
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Highland Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Court

2725 W Highland BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53208
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Midtown Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Midtown Milwaukee Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown Milwaukee area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at McKinley School Apartments, LLC priced from $817. Columbia Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Midtown Milwaukee apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
McKinley School Apartments, LLC1Bd/1Bth1BR,1BA$817
Columbia Square1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$900
RhythmTerrace StudioStudio,1BA$1,395
239 E Chicago StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,750
River Parkway Senior Apts & Family Townhomes2F: Market Rate 55+2BR,2BA$1,850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Milwaukee, WI

As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown Milwaukee area is the $0.77 price per square foot 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Columbia Square in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Midtown Milwaukee apartment is the 1727 W Wright St Model at 1727 W Wright St, Unit 1727A starting at $995 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown Milwaukee apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Columbia Square1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.77
1727 W Wright St, Unit 1727A1727 W Wright St3BR,1BA$1.00
River Parkway Senior Apts & Family Townhomes2A Market Rate 55+2BR,1BA$1.94
321 JeffersonA1 - 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.17
McKinley School Apartments, LLC1Bd/1Bth1BR,1BA$1.16
239 E Chicago StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.04
RhythmTerrace StudioStudio ,1BA$2.58

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Midtown Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI

Ranked #164

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Midtown Milwaukee Neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI

Walk Score®

65 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

53 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Milwaukee Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Milwaukee Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Milwaukee Apartment is $900 at Columbia Square.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Midtown Milwaukee Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Midtown Milwaukee is starting from $1,850 at River Parkway Senior Apts & Family Townhomes.

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