
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverton Heights Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $400 (16 Rentals)
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Riverton Heights, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverton Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Riverton Heights Studio Apartments | $1,070 | $705 | $1,395 |
Riverton Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,424 | $761 | $4,475 |
Riverton Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,220 | $825 | $5,360 |
Riverton Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,919 | $1,460 | $3,395 |
Riverton Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,560 | $1,560 | $1,560 |
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Cheapest Available Riverton Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverton Heights area of Milwaukee, WI is a Studio unit found at Garden Place (55+) priced from $410. Garden Terrace Senior Apartments (55+) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $606. Here are the most affordable Riverton Heights apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Garden Place (55+) | Studio - Income Restricted | Studio,1BA | $410 |
Garden Terrace Senior Apartments (55+) | Studio - Income Restricted | Studio,1BA | $606 |
Meetinghouse | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,073 |
Sycamore Place | Sycamore West 1bd 1bth SPW11R | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Apple Lane Low/Income Family Housing | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,142 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverton Heights, WI
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverton Heights area is the $1.74 price per square foot D1 Model at The Woodlands Apartments in the in the River View neighborhood starting from $1,870. The second greatest value Riverton Heights apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Meetinghouse starting at $1,662 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the River View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverton Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Woodlands Apartments | D1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
Meetinghouse | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
Sycamore Place | Sycamore West 2bd 1.5 bth SPW215R | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.63 |
Jade at North Hills | C1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
Apple Lane Low/Income Family Housing | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Sunset Ridge | Haven B Remodel | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
St. James Place | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Garden Terrace Senior Apartments (55+) | One Bedroom - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
Garden Place (55+) | One Bedroom - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Tennessen Flats | A1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.36 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverton Heights, Milwaukee, WI
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Getting Around the Riverton Heights Neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI
Walk Score®
22 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
39 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverton Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Riverton Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Riverton Heights is under $1,880.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverton Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Riverton Heights is Garden Terrace Senior Apartments (55+) which is listed at $720, while the average apartment in Riverton Heights costs $2,195.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverton Heights?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Riverton Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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