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Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

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Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 20, 2025

There are currently 15741 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Milwaukee, WI that range in price from $490 to $10,266. Haymarket, Kilbourn Town and Hillside are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Milwaukee with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Haymarket370$1,675$525
Kilbourn Town369$1,695$525
Hillside368$1,695$525
Schlitz Park368$1,692$525
Brewer's Hill364$1,695$525
Halyard Park364$1,695$525
Marquette350$1,700$525
Triangle North347$1,715$525
Downtown Milwaukee345$1,699$525
King Park341$1,704$525

Largest Available Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Milwaukee, WI is found at Atelier Apartments in the Haymarket neighborhood and is 1,285 square feet priced from $2,575. Elevation 1659 has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,250 square feet and currently listed start at $2,410. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Milwaukee:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Atelier Apartments2291-1E1,285 Sq Ft$2,575
Elevation 1659The Andes1,250 Sq Ft$2,410
333 WaterPH21,191 Sq Ft$3,888
The Buckler by 3L LivingOne Bedroom + Den1,158 Sq Ft$1,725
Park Lafayette Towers1F1,045 Sq Ft$1,934
Summerfield1 Bed / 1 Bath + Den880 Sq Ft$1,275
Encore @ White Oaks ApartmentsNew 1 Bed747 Sq Ft$1,650
The GermaniaOne Bedroom483 Sq Ft$1,068

Cheapest Available Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 20, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Milwaukee, WI is the 1 Bedroom - Income Restricted 30% Model starting from $482 at The Regent Senior & The Oxford in the Mount Mary College neighborhood. The second most affordable Milwaukee 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom - Income Restricted Model at Garden Place (55+) starting at $490 in the River View neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Milwaukee is currently $1,644. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Milwaukee:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Regent Senior & The Oxford1 Bedroom - Income Restricted 30%$482
Garden Place (55+)One Bedroom - Income Restricted$490
Chapel Garden ApartmentsLifestyle: Senior - 1 BR$523
The Residences at ThriveOn KingOne Bedroom Loft$525
GARDEN TERRACE SENIOR APARTMENTS1 BED 1 BATH$622
Becher Terrace (55+)One Bedroom$655
Parkside Commons Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom$698
Buckingham ApartmentsSmall 1 Bedroom$750
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom$774

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Milwaukee Overview

One of the top five largest cities in the entire Midwestern U.S. region and far and away the biggest in the state of Wisconsin, living in Milwaukee apartments represents some of the best in the nation. From its long-standing reputation as a 'brewery city' to recent urban renewal and growth, this charming Midwest heartland destination is on the rise.

Why live in Milwaukee, WI?

From its huge public parks system (known as the 'Grand Necklace of Parks') to those oh-so-famous breweries, Milwaukee has something to offer for almost every walk of life. Farmer's markets and other weekly events cultivate a large degree of neighborhood camaraderie, while growing industries such as health care and regional universities help draw young people to Milwaukee on a steady basis. And with so many areas in which to find great deals for apartments in Milwaukee, you can't lose here!

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Getting Around Milwaukee, WI

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

62 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

48 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Milwaukee Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Milwaukee with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Milwaukee is at The Regent Senior & The Oxford listed at $482.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Milwaukee Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Milwaukee is $1,644.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Milwaukee Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Milwaukee is a 1,285 square feet unit starting from $2,575 at Atelier Apartments.

What is the average size for Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Milwaukee is currently 926 sq ft.

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Finding The Best Affordable Milwaukee Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Tim Brown

I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Growing up in the city and then just blocks outside the border, many Milwaukee neighborhoods have been home to friends and family for many years.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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