
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee, WI Under $600 (34 Rentals)


Bronzeville Apartments

RW Apartments I and II

GARDEN PLACE APARTMENTS

MLK Library Apartments

Chapel Garden Apartments

700 Lofts

Schuster Historic Lofts
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3431 W Kilbourn Ave, Unit 23

Gilman Building

3118-3124 W Wells St

3110 W Wells St

Villages Apartments

City Square Apartments

City Square Apartments

Pine Tree Apartments
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4446 N 28th St

2518 Apartments

Cherokee Village

1608 S 23rd St

The Millerand Apartments

Colonial Pointe

3008 W State St

Lisbon Adlon Apartments
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Franklin Arms Apartments

Walnut Park Apartments

Riverworks Lofts

37th St School Senior Apartments

Bishops Creek Family Housing

Deerwood Crossing (JFS) and (II)

Layton Preserve

2628 S 84th St
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Crest View Senior Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Milwaukee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Studio Apartments | $1,356 | $675 | $6,796 |
| Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,607 | $486 | $7,534 |
| Milwaukee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,060 | $604 | $7,223 |
| Milwaukee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,568 | $599 | $10,000+ |
| Milwaukee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,877 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Milwaukee 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,333 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
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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 Chapel Garden Apartments listed at $559.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Milwaukee Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Milwaukee is $1,607.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Milwaukee Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Milwaukee is a 1,154 square feet unit starting from $1,702 at The Buckler by 3L Living.
What is the average size for Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Milwaukee is currently 675 sq ft.
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