
Studio Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee, WI Under $1,200 (158 Rentals)


735 West

Playbill Flats

740 North by 3L Living

Maryland Park Apartments

Tower Apartments

Oakland Properties

The Empire Building

Harbor Pointe Apartments

Johnson Legacy West
Genius Ideas and Studio Layout Tips That Maximize Every Square Inch
Transform your studio apartment layout and maximize storage. Get proven ideas from a 20-year property expert to make any small space stylish and functional.

Buckingham Apartments

The Landing at 1st Street

Johnson Legacy East Apartments

London House

Marquee Communities

The Historic 10th St Residences

Plaza

Cambridge Manor

Van Buren Apartments

Harborside 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.

Royal Plaza Apartments

Leiland

English Meadows Apartments

Juneau Village Garden Apartments

Carlton Apartments

Casanova Apartments

St. Clair

Park Village Apartments

Tioga Apartments

Marshall Hall Apartments
Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

East Park Apartments

The Ardmore Apartments

Humboldt Apartments

Colonial Apartments

Golden Eagle Flats

Riverside Lofts

Cambridge North

Ivanhoe

2021 E Park Pl

Riverwalk
How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

Cass Street Apartments

1026 E Lyon St

The Shorecrest

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Water Street Apartments

The Astor Hotel Apartments

Fairmount Apartments

Brook Lane Apartments

Lakeside Apartments

Schuster Historic Lofts

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9838 W Fond du Lac Ave, Unit 2
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 | $1,391 | $675 | $7,199 |
| Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,599 | $486 | $6,793 |
| Milwaukee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,047 | $604 | $10,000+ |
| Milwaukee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,600 | $699 | $10,000+ |
| Milwaukee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,793 | $895 | $10,000+ |
| Milwaukee 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,900 | $2,300 | $7,500 |
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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University
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 Studio Milwaukee Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Milwaukee with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Milwaukee is at University Crossing I listed at $685.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Milwaukee Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Milwaukee is $1,391.
What is the largest available Studio Milwaukee Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Milwaukee is a 728 square feet unit starting from $1,884 at Rowe MKE.
What is the average size for Milwaukee Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Milwaukee is currently 503 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
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

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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.