New Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee, WI Under $2,500 (167 Rentals)

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321 Jefferson
$1,925 - $3,750
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$1,910 - $3,735
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$1,925 - $3,750
Built in 20211 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 10

321 Jefferson

321 N Jefferson StMilwaukee, WI 53202
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Element Apartments
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$1,917 - $2,331
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$1,632 - $2,046
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$285

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$1,917 - $2,331
Built in 20222 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Element Apartments

924 S 5th StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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Evoni
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$1,732 - $7,162
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$1,727 - $7,157
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Built in 2024Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Evoni

615 E Corcoran AveMilwaukee, WI 53202
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Contour on Prospect
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$1,625 - $2,800
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$1,625 - $2,800

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$1,625 - $2,800
Built in 20191 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Contour on Prospect

2111 E Ivanhoe PlMilwaukee, WI 53202
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Mackie Flats
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$1,550 - $1,905
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$1,495 - $1,850
Required Monthly Fees
$55

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$1,550 - $1,905
Built in 2016Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Mackie Flats

225 E Michigan StMilwaukee, WI 53202
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The Yards
$1,535 - $2,705
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$1,465 - $2,635
Required Monthly Fees
$70

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$1,535 - $2,705
Built in 2020Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Yards

205 W Oregon StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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Tribute Apartments at R1VER
$1,505 - $3,405
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$1,480 - $3,380
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$25

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$1,505 - $3,405
Built in 20221 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 15

Tribute Apartments at R1VER

2033 S 1st StMilwaukee, WI 53207
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The Quin
$1,475 - $2,525
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$1,410 - $2,460
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$65

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$1,475 - $2,525
Built in 2018Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Quin

324 S 2nd StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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Honey Creek Place
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$1,424 - $2,303
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$1,369 - $2,248
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$55

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$1,424 - $2,303
Built in 2019Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Honey Creek Place

8041 W Blue Mound RdMilwaukee, WI 53213
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Urbanite
$1,180 - $4,322
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$1,155 - $4,297
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$25

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$1,180 - $4,322
Built in 2018Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Urbanite

1840 N Farwell AveMilwaukee, WI 53202
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Journal Commons
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$1,175 - $1,995
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$1,120 - $1,940
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$55

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$1,175 - $1,995
Built in 2022Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Journal Commons

333 W State StMilwaukee, WI 53203
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Check Out Milwaukee’s Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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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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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Frequently Asked Questions about New Milwaukee Apartments

What is the Cheapest New apartment in Milwaukee?

Currently the most affordable New Apartment in Milwaukee is at Century Building listed at $474.

How much is the average rent for a New Milwaukee Apartment?

The average rent for a New Apartment in Milwaukee is $2,333.

What is the largest New Milwaukee Apartment for rent?

Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Milwaukee is a 2,324 square feet unit starting from $2,485 at Atelier Apartments.

What is the average size for Milwaukee New Apartments for rent?

The average size for a New rental in Milwaukee is currently at 659 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.