
Gated Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee, WI Under $1,200 (124 Rentals)


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Berkshire Apartments

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English Meadows Apartments

The Empire Building

Layton Grove

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Aspenwood Glen Senior Apartments

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Carlton Apartments

Harborside Apartments

1630 W National Ave

Seven04 Place Apartments

Himount Gardens

McKinley School Apartments, LLC

700 Lofts

Park Village Apartments

London House

The Landing at 1st Street
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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 | $1,381 | $675 | $6,670 |
| Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,592 | $486 | $4,957 |
| Milwaukee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,062 | $604 | $6,884 |
| Milwaukee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,562 | $725 | $10,000+ |
| Milwaukee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,793 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Milwaukee 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,300 | $2,300 | $2,300 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gated Milwaukee Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Milwaukee?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Milwaukee is at Schuster Historic Lofts listed at $486.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Milwaukee Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Milwaukee is $1,906.
What is the largest Gated Milwaukee Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Milwaukee is a 3,268 square feet unit starting from $1,765 at City Green Apartments.
What is the average size for Milwaukee Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Milwaukee is currently at 708 sq ft.
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An Insider's 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.

A Local Expert's 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.

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.

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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