
Studio Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee, WI Under $1,500 (210 Rentals)


740 North by 3L Living

Journal Commons

KinetiK

550 Ultra Lofts

Urbanite

Vue Apartments

Trio

The Buckler by 3L Living

The North End
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Eastsider

735 West by 3L Living

Granary Lofts

Juneau Village Towers

Maryland Park Apartments

Vantage on the Park

MKE Lofts

Prospect Tower

The Empire Building

Dwell Bay View
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Buckingham Apartments

The Landing at 1st Street

Johnson Legacy East Apartments

Johnson Legacy West

Oakland Properties

The Quin

Artisan Lofts

Rhythm
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The Yards

London House

Marquee Communities

The Fitz

Stitchweld

Walker's Landing Apartments

Park Village Apartments

Van Buren Apartments

Harborside Apartments
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Avante Apartments

Latitude

Junior House Lofts

Leiland

Maxwell Lofts

Plaza

Tioga Apartments

Marshall Hall Apartments

St. Clair

Honey Creek Place
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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 | $1,331 | $675 | $6,596 |
| Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,628 | $474 | $10,000+ |
| Milwaukee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,061 | $559 | $9,018 |
| Milwaukee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,594 | $570 | $10,000+ |
| Milwaukee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,065 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Milwaukee 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,347 | $2,695 | $10,000+ |
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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 $1,331.
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 $1,979 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 493 sq ft.
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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.
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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.
