Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Hill Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $400 (56 Rentals)

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Walnut Park Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Park Apartments

1551 N 9th StMilwaukee, WI 53205
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Gilman Building
Studio Apartments

Gilman Building

1621-1633 W Wells StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Villages Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Villages Apartments

2803 W Kilbourn AveMilwaukee, WI 53208
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2518 Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2518 Apartments

2518 W Wisconsin AveMilwaukee, WI 53233
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2224 W Wisconsin Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2224 W Wisconsin Ave

2224 W Wisconsin AveMilwaukee, WI 53233
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2621 W Pierce St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2621 W Pierce St

2621 W Pierce StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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2001 W Michigan St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2001 W Michigan St

2001 W Michigan StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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The Graduate Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Graduate Apartments

840 N 17th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Pere Marquette
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pere Marquette

737 N 21st StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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McGuire Flats
Studio Apartments

McGuire Flats

920 N 15th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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The Aspen
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Aspen

833 N 21st StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Union Street Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Union Street Apartments

846-856 N 15th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Gatehouse
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Gatehouse

833-835 N 14th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Highland Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Court

2725 W Highland BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53208
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The Sheridan
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Sheridan

2435 W WisconsinMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Brewery Point
2 Bedroom Apartments

Brewery Point

1244 N 9th StMilwaukee, WI 53205
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University Hill, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Hill area of Milwaukee, WI is a Studio unit found at Kilbourn Apartments priced from $460. Clarke Square Terrace (55+) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $576. Here are the most affordable University Hill apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kilbourn ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$460
Clarke Square Terrace (55+)One Bedroom - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$576
Tioga ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$655
Marquee Communities - EastStudioStudio,1BA$685
Golden Eagle FlatsStudio (601)Studio,1BA$695
William A. Passavant SeniorOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$801
McKinley School Lofts1 x 11BR,1BA$820
740 North by 3L LivingStudioStudio,1BA$949
Tower Apartments1006Studio,1BA$1,000
735 West by 3L LivingSmall StudioStudio,1BA$1,019

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Hill, WI

As of March 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Hill area is the $0.83 price per square foot 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at University Row in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value University Hill apartment is the 0J Model at Riverside Lofts starting at $1,375 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
University Row3 Bed 1 Bath3BR,1BA$0.83
Riverside Lofts0JStudio ,1BA$1.06
700 Lofts2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.30
City Hall Square Apartments2 BR/ 1 BA **Section 42/ 60% Available Now2BR,1BA$1.07
Michigan Street Commons2/12BR,1BA$1.02
Clarke Square Terrace (55+)Two Bedroom - Income Eligible2BR,1BA$0.80
Knitting Factory Loft ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.19
McKinley School Lofts1 x 11BR,1BA$1.17
William A. Passavant SeniorOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1.19
Kilbourn ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.15

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Hill, Milwaukee, WI

Ranked #35

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 Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Wisconsin including University Hill, Milwaukee, and the greater Milwaukee area. 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 proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Hill Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Hill?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Hill is at Kilbourn Apartments listed at $460.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Hill Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Hill Apartment is $576 at Clarke Square Terrace (55+).

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Hill Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Hill is starting from $755 at Clarke Square Terrace (55+).

What is the most affordable University Hill Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap University Hill Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 700 Lofts and starts from $1,195.

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