Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Milwaukee, WI from $400 (24 Rentals)

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1832-1836 Rawson Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1832-1836 Rawson Ave

1832-1836 Rawson AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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The Berm
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Berm

2001 10th AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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1835 Drexel Blvd
2 Bedroom Apartments

1835 Drexel Blvd

1835 Drexel BlvdSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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The Bond
Studio Apartments

The Bond

1016 S Milwaukee StSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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Columbia Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Columbia Manor

3411 S Chicago AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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Layton Square
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Layton Square

3503 E Layton AveCudahy, WI 53110
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5009 S Lake Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

5009 S Lake Dr

5009 S Lake DrCudahy, WI 53110
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5017 S Lake Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

5017 S Lake Dr

5017 S Lake DrCudahy, WI 53110
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The Centennial
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Centennial

400 E Centennial DrOak Creek, WI 53154
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3719 E Layton Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

3719 E Layton Ave

3719 E Layton AveCudahy, WI 53110
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5510 S Illinois Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

5510 S Illinois Ave

5510 S Illinois AveCudahy, WI 53110
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South Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Milwaukee Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at 3010 5th Ave priced from $775. Cudahy Williamstown Bay III in the Town of Lake neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Milwaukee apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3010 5th Ave1X11BR,1BA$775
Cudahy Williamstown Bay III1 Bed 1 Bath (1)1BR,1BA$975
The Reserve on South Towne1B1BR,1BA$999
Marquette ManorMM1B60A1BR,1BA$1,011
Cudahy CommonsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,049

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Milwaukee, WI

As of February 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Milwaukee area is the $1.64 price per square foot Breakers Model at The Gables Apartments in the in the College Heights neighborhood starting from $2,053. The second greatest value South Milwaukee apartment is the 3706 E Munkwitz Ave Model at 3706 E Munkwitz Ave, Unit LOWER starting at $1,295 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Fernwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Milwaukee apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Gables ApartmentsBreakers3BR,2BA$1.64
3706 E Munkwitz Ave, Unit LOWER3706 E Munkwitz Ave2BR,1BA$1.18
The Legacy (55+ Community)2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.37
Lake Bluff Apartment Homes2 Bedroom small2BR,1BA$1.00
The Reserve on South Towne2A2BR,1BA$1.29
Marquette ManorMM2B602BR,1BA$1.51
1333 Rawson Ave, Unit Upper1333 Rawson Ave2BR,1BA$1.66
Newbury Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.56
Cudahy Williamstown Bay III1 Bed 1 Bath (1)1BR,1BA$1.50
3010 5th Ave1X11BR,1BA$1.38

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Getting Around South Milwaukee, WI

Walk Score®

69 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Milwaukee Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Milwaukee?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Milwaukee is at Drexel Ridge Apartments listed at $1,505.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Milwaukee Apartment is $775 at 3010 5th Ave.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Milwaukee is starting from $1,099 at The Reserve on South Towne.

What is the most affordable South Milwaukee Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Milwaukee Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Centennial Park Apartments and starts from $1,900.

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