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South Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Milwaukee Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at 3010 5th Ave priced from $800. Packard Glen Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Milwaukee apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3010 5th Ave1X11BR,1BA$800
Packard Glen ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$825
Columbia Manor1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$925
Marquette ManorMM1B60A1BR,1BA$1,011
Newbury Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Milwaukee, WI and Nearby

As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Milwaukee area is the $1.77 price per square foot D1 Saffron Model at IVY Townhomes in the starting from $2,995. The second greatest value South Milwaukee apartment is the Arbors Addition - 2 Bed, 2 Bath Model at Centennial Park Apartments starting at $2,202 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the River Park 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.
IVY TownhomesD1 Saffron2BR,2.5BA$1.77
Centennial Park ApartmentsArbors Addition - 2 Bed, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.69
The Legacy (55+ Community)2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.37
The Reserve on South Towne2B2BR,1BA$1.41
Marquette ManorMM2B602BR,1BA$1.51
Packard Glen ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.10
Columbia Manor1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.32
Newbury Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.71
Lake Bluff Apartment Homes1 bedroom upper small1BR,1BA$1.33
3010 5th Ave1X11BR,1BA$1.43

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Milwaukee

What type of rentals are currently available in South Milwaukee?

There are currently 88 Apartments for Rent in South Milwaukee, WI with pricing that ranges from $795 to $7,414. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Milwaukee ranging from $595 to $7,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Milwaukee?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Milwaukee ranges from $595 to $7,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,691.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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