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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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: September 25, 2025

There are currently 16588 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Milwaukee, WI that range in price from $414 to $5,250. 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
Haymarket417$1,670$474
Kilbourn Town414$1,689$465
Hillside412$1,690$465
Schlitz Park412$1,688$474
Halyard Park405$1,695$474
Brewer's Hill400$1,695$474
Downtown Milwaukee388$1,695$474
Marquette384$1,695$465
King Park372$1,695$465
Triangle North372$1,700$465

Largest Available Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Milwaukee, WI is found at The Club at Brookfield Hills Apartments in the Spring Hills neighborhood and is 1,684 square feet priced from $2,000. Atelier Apartments in the Haymarket neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,285 square feet and currently listed start at $2,195. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Milwaukee:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Club at Brookfield Hills ApartmentsLofts - 1 Bed, 2 Bath Durban w/Loft1,684 Sq Ft$2,000
Atelier Apartments2291-1E1,285 Sq Ft$2,195
Elevation 1659The Andes1,250 Sq Ft$2,270
The Buckler by 3L LivingOne Bedroom + Den1,154 Sq Ft$1,499
High Bluff at Creekwood CrossingB11,074 Sq Ft$1,730
Boston Lofts1 Bed - 1.5 Bath Plus Open Room983 Sq Ft$1,990
Schuster Historic LoftsOne Bedroom777 Sq Ft$486
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 September 25, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Milwaukee, WI is the One Bedroom Model starting from $486 at Schuster Historic Lofts in the Near South Side neighborhood. The second most affordable Milwaukee 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Edgewater East starting at $680 in the Haymarket neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Milwaukee is currently $1,614. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Milwaukee:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Schuster Historic LoftsOne Bedroom$486
Edgewater EastOne Bedroom$680
2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit)1BR/1.0BA$695
Parkside Commons Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom$698
Aspen CrossingOne Bedroom$740
Colonial Apartments1 Bedroom *Standard$750
Buckingham ApartmentsSmall 1 Bedroom$750
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom$774
Lincoln Park Apartments2nd Floor Unit$795

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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!

Remember the 3 Rules of Real Estate:
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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 Schuster Historic Lofts listed at $486.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Milwaukee is $1,614.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Milwaukee is a 1,684 square feet unit starting from $2,000 at The Club at Brookfield Hills 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 865 sq ft.

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.

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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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.