
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee, WI Under $1,500 (36 Rentals)
Rental terms in Milwaukee as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


Mercantile Lofts

The Buckler by 3L Living

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Streetcar Flats

Toldt Terrace Apartments

Lake Summit

740 North by 3L Living

735 West by 3L Living

1609 N. Prospect Avenue
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Maryland Park Apartments

Johnson Legacy West

Johnson Legacy East Apartments

Wisconsin Metro Studios - Clybourn

Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes

2188 S Robinson Ave

1925 N Prospect Ave

Knickerbocker on the Lake

1927 N Prospect Ave
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2544 N Prospect Ave

Keystone on Brady

4912 W Oklahoma Ave

2577-2581 N Stowell Ave

2856-2862 N Bartlett Ave

Lake Park

Maryland Arms Apartments

28 West Apartments List

Central Pointe Luxury Apartments
The Freedom of Short-Term Rentals: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
From flexibility to potential costs, explore the key benefits and drawbacks of short-term rental housing from a renter's perspective.

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Coventry

The Sanctuary at Cherokee Point

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Bayshore Place

Briarwick

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Coast at Lake Shore Commons

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NorthPointe

Watertown

Element 84

Sunnyslope Apartments
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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 | $1,305 | $675 | $5,000 |
| Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,622 | $474 | $5,345 |
| Milwaukee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,093 | $559 | $9,262 |
| Milwaukee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,627 | $570 | $10,000+ |
| Milwaukee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,678 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| Milwaukee 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,500 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease
Avoid financial stress when renting. Learn about the 10 most common hidden costs—from pet fees to utilities—you must budget for before you sign a lease.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Milwaukee Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Milwaukee?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Milwaukee is at Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes listed at $650.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Milwaukee Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Milwaukee is $2,093.
What is the largest Short-term Milwaukee Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Milwaukee is a 2,305 square feet unit starting from $3,780 at Mitchell On Water.
What is the average size for Milwaukee Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Milwaukee is currently at 723 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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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
Written by: Bob Mallory
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.