
Cheap Loft Style Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee, WI from $300 (23 Rentals)
Loft Style Apartments in Milwaukee.
Cheap Apartments in Milwaukee.


Shoe Factory Lofts

700 Lofts

Harbor Pointe Apartments

Playbill Flats

Knitting Factory Loft Apartments

City Hall Square Apartments
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.

The Malt House

The Alexander Lofts

Walker's Landing Apartments

Granary Lofts

The Residences at ThriveOn King

Mercantile Lofts

Gaslight & Corcoran Lofts
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Timber Lofts MKE

Regal Crest West & Regal Crest Village

Buckhorn Station Apartment Homes

Appleton Place Associates, LLC

Fairway Meadows Associates LLP

Parkside Apartments

Springbrook Cercle
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Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

Encore @ White Oaks Apartments

City Center at Deer Creek
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 | $1,352 | $675 | $6,599 |
| Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,607 | $486 | $7,342 |
| Milwaukee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,071 | $604 | $7,223 |
| Milwaukee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,567 | $599 | $10,000+ |
| Milwaukee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,235 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Milwaukee 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,333 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
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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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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Milwaukee Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Milwaukee?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Milwaukee is under $698.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Milwaukee?
The cheapest apartment in Milwaukee is Chapel Garden Apartments which is listed at $559, while the average apartment in Milwaukee costs $2,432.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Milwaukee?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4,747 regular apartments in Milwaukee that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Milwaukee?
Cheap apartments in Milwaukee have an average cost of $361 which is $2,071 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Milwaukee.
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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.

The Top Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing for Milwaukee-Area College Students
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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
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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.
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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.