Cheap Homes for Rent in Milwaukee County, WI from $700 (171 Rentals)

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 5710 N 97th St

$935

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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5710 N 97th St

MilwaukeeWI53225

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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property at 3984 N 37th St

$950

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$950
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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3984 N 37th St

MilwaukeeWI53216
property at 3625 W Capitol Dr

$975

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3625 W Capitol Dr

MilwaukeeWI53216
property at 724 E Center St

$975

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$975
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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724 E Center St

MilwaukeeWI53212

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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property at 2947 N 54th St

$1,000

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$1,000
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2947 N 54th St

MilwaukeeWI53210
property at 2340 N Bremen St

$1,000

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2340 N Bremen St, Unit A

2340 N Bremen St
MilwaukeeWI53212

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Cheapest Available Milwaukee County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Milwaukee County, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Schuster Historic Lofts in the Near South Side neighborhood priced from $486. GARDEN PLACE APARTMENTS in the River View neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $490. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Milwaukee County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Schuster Historic LoftsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$486
GARDEN PLACE APARTMENTS1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$490
The Park at 1824 Student ApartmentsRenovated 3 Bedroom Apartment3BR,2BA$615
CorlissTIMBERLINE1BR,1BA$623
University Crossing IStudioStudio,1BA$685
1315 CassFront EfficiencyStudio,1BA$695
Fairmount ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$695
Lakeside ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$695
McGuire FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$695
Parkside Commons Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$698

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee County, WI

As of March 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Milwaukee County area is the $0.88 price per square foot 1713 Maple St Model at 1713 Maple St, Unit #2 in the in the Mitchell Field neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Milwaukee County apartment is the 2Bd/1Bth Model at McKinley School Apartments, LLC starting at $948 with a $0.63 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Milwaukee County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1713 Maple St, Unit #21713 Maple St2BR,1BA$0.88
McKinley School Apartments, LLC2Bd/1Bth2BR,1BA$0.63
University Row3 Bed 1 Bath3BR,1BA$0.83
Century Building2x22BR,2BA$0.87
Columbia Square1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.77
GARDEN PLACE APARTMENTS2 BED 1 BATH2BR,1BA$0.86
Edgeview ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.88
RW Apartments I and II2x2 965sf2BR,2BA$0.95
2459 S 99th St2459 S 99th St1BR,1BA$0.96
2233 S 18th St, Unit 22332233 S 18th St2BR,1BA$0.84

Frequently Asked Questions about Milwaukee County

What type of rentals are currently available in Milwaukee County?

There are currently 3527 Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee County, WI with pricing that ranges from $474 to $15,000. There are also 377 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Milwaukee County ranging from $725 to $8,400.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Milwaukee County ranges from $725 to $8,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,957.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Milwaukee County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Milwaukee County range from $570 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $875 to $8,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,350.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.