Cheap Homes for Rent in Milwaukee County, WI from $600 (170 Rentals)
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739 S 24th St

2214-2220 W Hopkins St.
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1418 W Mitchell St

1921-1923-1923 N 24th St

1560 S 10th St

3907A N 24th St

1418 W Mitchell St

1532 South 13th Street

2338-2340 N 15th St.
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3715 N 6th St

6535 Beloit Rd

3045-3047 N 39th St.

1484 S 92nd St
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5112 W Stark St

2703 N 39th St

3700-3706 E Pulaski Ave

2520 S 8th St, Unit Lower Unit

2755-2757 N 33rd St.

3233-3233 W Burleigh St

1310 W Scott St

2730 N 48th St
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3256-3258 N 17th St.

3233-3233 W Burleigh St

4566 N 28th St

1424-1426 N 38th St.

2458-2460 W Juneau Ave.

3736-3738 N 17th St.
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Milwaukee County, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Milwaukee County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Milwaukee County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,423 | $750 | $3,400 |
Milwaukee County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,877 | $1,100 | $4,000 |
Milwaukee County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,479 | $1,495 | $4,600 |
Milwaukee County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,875 | $1,500 | $2,450 |
Milwaukee County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,495 | $1,495 | $1,495 |
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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. 2448 W Killbourn St in the Haymarket neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Milwaukee County apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Schuster Historic Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $486 |
2448 W Killbourn St | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $625 |
Edgewater East | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $680 |
University Crossing I | Studio | Studio,1BA | $685 |
Buckingham Apartments | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
Fairmount Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $695 |
2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
McGuire Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
Parkside Commons Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $698 |
The Astor Hotel Apartments | Efficiency Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee County, WI
As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Milwaukee County area is the $0.77 price per square foot 600 E Ogden Ave Model at 600 E Ogden Ave, Unit UW in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Milwaukee County apartment is the 2216 S 30th St Model at 2216 S 30th St, Unit 2216 s 30th Milwaukee WI starting at $1,400 with a $0.66 price per square foot in the Near South Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Milwaukee County apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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600 E Ogden Ave, Unit UW | 600 E Ogden Ave | 3BR,2BA | $0.77 |
2216 S 30th St, Unit 2216 s 30th Milwaukee WI | 2216 S 30th St | 3BR,1BA | $0.66 |
Bradley Crossing I and II | 3B2B-BIN4 1646SF | 3BR,2BA | $0.89 |
2457 N 1st St, Unit front back | 2457 N 1st St | 1BR,1BA | $0.60 |
2470 S 9th St, Unit Lower | 2470 S 9th St | 3BR,1BA | $0.93 |
106 W Keefe Ave, Unit 4 | 106 W Keefe Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
106-108 W Keefe Ave, Unit Rear Upper | 106-108 W Keefe Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
2708 N 40th St, Unit 2608 N 40th | 2708 N 40th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
Grand Avenue Lofts | 2x1A | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
3127 N Bartlett Ave, Unit 2 | 3127 N Bartlett Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.93 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Milwaukee County
What type of rentals are currently available in Milwaukee County?
There are currently 3473 Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee County, WI with pricing that ranges from $465 to $15,000. There are also 469 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Milwaukee County ranging from $600 to $4,600.
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 $600 to $4,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,628.
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 $750 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $870.
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.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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