
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee, WI (1,800 Rentals)


Yankee Hill

Trostel Square

Bridgeview Apartments

The Malt House

Sycamore Place Apartments

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Evoni

Journal Commons

MAC Residences

Ascent
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The Easton Apartments

550 Ultra Lofts

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7SEVENTY7

Vue Apartments

Trio

1560 N. Prospect Ave.

Tosa Village

Flats 1809
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Oregon Apartments

St. James Place

City Green Apartments

Elevation 1659

Nova

Eastsider

735 West by 3L Living

Granary Lofts

Brix Apartment Lofts

The Buckler by 3L Living
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The North End

Jefferson Block Apartments

740 North by 3L Living

Prospect Tower

Playbill Flats

Serafino Square Luxury Apartments

Juneau Village Towers

East National Flats

Cornerstone Village

Tribute Apartments at R1VER
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Quartet Apartments

Nine10@Land Place

Plankinton Clover

1910 on Water

Boston Lofts

Element Apartments

The Couture

Maryland Park Apartments

321 Jefferson

Vantage on the Park
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Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Milwaukee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Studio Apartments | $1,365 | $675 | $4,673 |
Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,619 | $486 | $4,787 |
| Milwaukee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,095 | $604 | $8,437 |
| Milwaukee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,604 | $699 | $10,000+ |
| Milwaukee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,976 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Milwaukee 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,550 | $2,300 | $4,800 |
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Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: July 18, 2026There are currently 11358 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Milwaukee, WI that range in price from $479 to $4,787. Kilbourn Town, Hillside and Haymarket 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:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kilbourn Town | 256 | $1,649 | $481 |
| Hillside | 255 | $1,650 | $481 |
| Haymarket | 254 | $1,649 | $481 |
| Schlitz Park | 250 | $1,650 | $542 |
| Marquette | 235 | $1,650 | $486 |
| South Milwaukee | 227 | $1,544 | $486 |
| King Park | 220 | $1,668 | $481 |
| Mitchell Park | 213 | $1,626 | $486 |
| Halyard Park | 196 | $1,695 | $481 |
| Clarke Square | 195 | $1,585 | $486 |
Largest Available Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Milwaukee, WI is found at Boston Lofts in the Haymarket neighborhood and is 1,185 square feet priced from $1,619. Elevation 1659 has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,140 square feet and currently listed start at $2,315. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Milwaukee:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Lofts | B | 1,185 Sq Ft | $1,619 |
| Elevation 1659 | The Pinnacle | 1,140 Sq Ft | $2,315 |
| Deer Creek Run Apartments | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath + Den Upper | 1,129 Sq Ft | $1,636 |
| The Artisan at Georgetown Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath (J) | 1,101 Sq Ft | $1,906 |
| High Bluff at Creekwood Crossing | B1 | 1,074 Sq Ft | $1,795 |
| Sage on Prospect | 1 Bedroom | 1 Bath | Penthouse 2 | 1,050 Sq Ft | $1,910 |
| Greenfield Highlands | A | 1,024 Sq Ft | $1,827 |
| Pasadena Apartments | 1,023 Sq Ft | $2,000 | |
| 1600 Tosa | B Floorplan | 1,003 Sq Ft | $1,645 |
| American Colony | Oakwood | 1,000 Sq Ft | $1,478 |
Cheapest Available Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 18, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Milwaukee, WI is the Townsend Model starting from $481 at CWC — Community Within the Corridor in the Haymarket neighborhood. The second most affordable Milwaukee 1 Bedroom is the National - 30% AMI Model at East National Flats starting at $542 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Milwaukee is currently $1,619. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Milwaukee:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| CWC — Community Within the Corridor | Townsend | $481 |
| East National Flats | National - 30% AMI | $542 |
| Chapel Garden Apartments | Lifestyle: Senior - 1 BR | $559 |
| MLK Library Apartments | 1x1 | $560 |
| Tioga Apartments | One Bedroom | $695 |
| 2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit) | 1BR/1.0BA | $695 |
| Parkside Commons Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | $698 |
| Aspen Crossing | One Bedroom | $740 |
| Colonial Apartments | 1 Bedroom *Standard | $750 |
| Meetinghouse | One Bedroom | $750 |
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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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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 CWC — Community Within the Corridor listed at $481.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Milwaukee Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Milwaukee is $1,619.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Milwaukee Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Milwaukee is a 1,185 square feet unit starting from $1,619 at Boston Lofts.
What is the average size for Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Milwaukee is currently 1,123 sq ft.
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