
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee, WI Under $1,200 (502 Rentals)


Serafino Square Luxury Apartments

East National Flats

Maryland Park Apartments

La Shall

Autumn Glen

Prospect Heights

Harbor View Village

Oakland Properties

The Germania
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Buckingham Apartments

The Landing at 1st Street

Harbor Pointe Apartments

Johnson Legacy West

Bradley Place Townhomes

Johnson Legacy East Apartments

Parkview

GARDEN TERRACE SENIOR APARTMENTS

Gorman Homes

Corliss
Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Create a productive work-from-home apartment setup, even in a small space or studio. Discover layout ideas, desk solutions, and organization tips that actually work.

London House

Carillon Apartments

Mayfair Apartments

Carriage Court

Lake Crest Apartments

Lake Summit

Franklin Park

Burnham Hill Apartments

Marquee Communities

Appleton Gardens
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Bronzeville Apartments

The Historic 10th St Residences

Stratford Apartments

Belleview Terrace Apartments

St Peter's Apartments - 62+ Senior Housing

River Rise Apartments

Shorewood Manor

The Ambassador Apartments

Leiland

Shoreham Apartments
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1609 N. Prospect Avenue

Carlton Apartments

Oklahoma Manor

Himount Gardens

Southgate

St. Gregory

Casanova Apartments

Tioga Apartments

3245 N Oakland

Windsor Court Apartments
An Insider's Guide to Apartment Living Near Milwaukee's Four Employer Clusters
Discover Milwaukee apartment living from Downtown lofts to affordable suburban homes. We detail neighborhoods near the four major employment hubs: urban, leafy, and everything in between.
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 | $1,332 | $675 | $6,856 |
| Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,602 | $486 | $6,684 |
| Milwaukee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,066 | $604 | $10,000+ |
| Milwaukee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,591 | $699 | $10,000+ |
| Milwaukee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,880 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Milwaukee 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,266 | $2,300 | $10,000+ |
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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University
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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 GARDEN PLACE APARTMENTS listed at $490.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Milwaukee Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Milwaukee is $1,602.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Milwaukee Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Milwaukee is a 1,197 square feet unit starting from $2,270 at The Linx 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 1,850 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

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.

The Top Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing for Milwaukee-Area College Students
Written by: Tim Brown
I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Growing up in the city and then blocks outside the border, many of the Milwaukee neighborhoods profiled here have been home to friends and family.

A Local Experts Guide to Milwaukee: Neighborhoods, Traditions, and the Cozy Spirit of Gemütlichkeit
Written by: Tim Brown
I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Growing up in the city and then blocks outside the border, Milwaukee's neighborhoods have been home to friends and family for years.

An Insiders Guide to Apartment Living Near Milwaukee's Four Employer Clusters
Written by: Tim Brown
Having grown up in Milwaukee and lived in Waukesha for several years, I have come to realize that the Milwaukee metro area offers diverse employment and housing opportunities.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.