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The Ardmore Apartments
711 16th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
Cheap Student Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee, WI from $300 (29 Rentals)
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The Park at 1824 Student Apartments
1824 E Park PlMilwaukee, WI 53211
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Marquee Communities
936 N 15th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Johnson Legacy East Apartments
2434 W Wells StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Oakland Manor Apartments
2466 N Oakland AveMilwaukee, WI 53211
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Library Hill Apartments
740-740 W Wisconsin AveMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Gilman Building
1621-1633 W Wells StMilwaukee, WI 53233
Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.
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Kilbourn Apartments
836 N 20th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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The Montecristo
1722 W Wells StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Merrill Park Apartments
2807 W Michigan StMilwaukee, WI 53208
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The Graduate Apartments
840 N 17th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Westown Green
925 N Doctor Martin Luther King Jr DrMilwaukee, WI 53203
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North Murray Avenue Apartments
2443 N Murray AveMilwaukee, WI 53211
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3825 N Oakland Ave
3825 N Oakland AveMilwaukee, WI 53211
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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.
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Union Street Apartments
846-856 N 15th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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The Marq
2040 W Wisconsin AveMilwaukee, WI 53233
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2544 N Maryland Ave
2544 N Maryland AveMilwaukee, WI 53211
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3819 N Oakland Ave
3819 N Oakland AveMilwaukee, WI 53211
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Gatehouse
833-835 N 14th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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River Terrace Apartments
2333 N Oakland AveMilwaukee, WI 53211
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1305 N Milwaukee St
1305 N Milwaukee StMilwaukee, WI 53202
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.
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WS Properties
2120 E Locust StMilwaukee, WI 53211
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Marquette University Apartments
1500 W Wells StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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3114 North Newhall Street
3114 North Newhall StreetMilwaukee, WI 53211
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2303 E Belleview
2301 E Belleview PlMilwaukee, WI 53211
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2600 E Kenwood Blvd
2600 E Kenwood BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53211
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Grohmann Tower Apartments
1154 N Water StMilwaukee, WI 53202
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Clybourn Place
510 N 20th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Sharing a lease? Learn how to set clear expectations with your roommates on routines, bills, and cleaning to ensure a successful and peaceful shared living arrangement.
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The Glen Luxury Townhomes
7275 N Port Washington RdGlendale, WI 53217
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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 | $1,380 | $675 | $5,138 |
| Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,617 | $481 | $4,787 |
| Milwaukee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,089 | $604 | $8,437 |
| Milwaukee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,569 | $699 | $10,000+ |
| Milwaukee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,918 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Milwaukee 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,300 | $2,300 | $2,300 |
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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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 East National Flats which is listed at $542, while the average apartment in Milwaukee costs $2,537.
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 5,942 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 $340 which is $2,197 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Milwaukee.
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Finding The Best Affordable Milwaukee Neighborhoods to Rent
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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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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.
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