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Sheboygan Riverwalk Apartment Homes
828 N 10th StSheboygan, WI 53081
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Central Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $400 (11 Rentals)
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Berkshire Sheboygan Riverfront
1009 S 10th StSheboygan, WI 53081
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South Central, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Studio Apartments | $948 | $840 | $1,175 |
| South Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,098 | $414 | $1,658 |
| South Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,427 | $875 | $2,295 |
| South Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,544 | $1,175 | $2,220 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Central Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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Cheapest Available South Central Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Berkshire Sheboygan Riverfront priced from $475. Badger State Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $810. Here are the most affordable South Central apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkshire Sheboygan Riverfront | Senior - 1A | 1BR,1BA | $475 |
| Badger State Lofts | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath (50% Income Restrictions Apply) | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Saint Clair Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Club at Oak Creek | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Executive House | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central, WI
As of November 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Central area is the $1.17 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Upper Fireplace / Whirlpool Tub Model at Union Square in the in the Near North neighborhood starting from $1,449. The second greatest value South Central apartment is the 2 Beds, 1.5 baths Model at Wynswept starting at $1,395 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Near North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Square | 2 Bed 2 Bath Upper Fireplace / Whirlpool Tub | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Wynswept | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.16 |
| 507 Niagara Ave, Unit 507 | 507 Niagara Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 701 Clara Ave, Unit 701 | 701 Clara Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 511 Niagara Ave, Unit 511 | 511 Niagara Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Berkshire Sheboygan Riverfront | 2D | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| 2130 S 15th St, Unit A | 2130 S 15th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 901 Swift Ave, Unit Lower | 901 Swift Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 1914 Garfield Ave, Unit 1914 Garfield Ave | 1914 Garfield Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Saint Clair Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Central, Milwaukee, WI
Ranked #184
Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the South Central Neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI
Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
29 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Central Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Central?
The cheapest apartment in South Central is Berkshire Sheboygan Riverfront which is listed at $475, while the average apartment in South Central costs $1,587.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Central?
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 17 regular apartments in South Central that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South Central?
Cheap apartments in South Central have an average cost of $199 which is $1,388 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Central.
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