
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alverno Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $585 (84 Rentals)
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1231 W Windlake Ave

2265 S 16th St

5605 W Lincoln Ave

3145 S 47th St

2423 S 28th St

Forest Arms Apartments

1500 W Dakota St

2235 S 20th St

1801 W Oklahoma Ave
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5214 W Forest Home Ave, Unit 101

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3059 W Ruskin Ct, Unit Apt 2

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3470 S 16th St, Unit LOWER

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3014 S 48th St

4201 W Morgan Ave

3101 W Morgan Ave

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2727 S 13th St

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3235 S 48th St

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3130 S 48th St. - 8 Family

3250 S 49th St

3073 W Ruskin Ct

2501-2505 S 44th St

6500 W Howard Avenue

2217A S 19th St

3107 S 12th St
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Alverno, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alverno?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alverno Studio Apartments | $984 | $984 | $984 |
| Alverno 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,117 | $850 | $1,725 |
| Alverno 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,363 | $895 | $2,395 |
| Alverno 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,684 | $1,100 | $1,850 |
| Alverno 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Available Alverno Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alverno area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at 3130 S 48th St. - 8 Family priced from $875. Layton Grove has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $965. Here are the most affordable Alverno apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3130 S 48th St. - 8 Family | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Layton Grove | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| Honey Creek Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Southgate | One Bed One Bath 614 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,027 |
| St. Gregory | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,037 |
| Southport Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| Heritage Lake Senior Apartments 55+ | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,130 |
| Oklahoma Manor 58th | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,135 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alverno, WI
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alverno area is the $1.09 price per square foot 5214 W Forest Home Ave Model at 5214 W Forest Home Ave, Unit 101 in the in the Southwest Side neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Alverno apartment is the Unit 16 Model at 3001 S 56th St starting at $1,295 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Southwest Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alverno apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5214 W Forest Home Ave, Unit 101 | 5214 W Forest Home Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| 3001 S 56th St | Unit 16 | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 1504 W Cleveland Ave, Unit Apartment #1 | 1504 W Cleveland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 3470 S 16th St, Unit LOWER | 3470 S 16th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Oklahoma Manor 58th | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Heritage Lake Senior Apartments 55+ | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Honey Creek Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Greenfield Village | 2 Bed 1 Bath: | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Southport Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 5605 W Lincoln Ave, Unit 5 | 5605 W Lincoln Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alverno Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alverno Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alverno Apartment is $875 at 3130 S 48th St. - 8 Family.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alverno Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alverno is starting from $1,130 at Heritage Lake Senior Apartments 55+.
What is the most affordable Alverno Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Alverno Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lofts at Layton and starts from $1,850.
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