
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Avenues West Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $400 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Avenues West area of Milwaukee.


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Avenues West, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Avenues West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avenues West Studio Apartments | $762 | $675 | $875 |
| Avenues West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $928 | $750 | $1,088 |
| Avenues West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $1,060 | $1,470 |
| Avenues West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,812 | $1,125 | $2,700 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Avenues West Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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Cheapest Available Avenues West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Avenues West area of Milwaukee, WI is a Studio unit found at University Crossing I priced from $685. McGuire Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Avenues West apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Crossing I | Studio | Studio,1BA | $685 |
| McGuire Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| University Crossing II | Studio | Studio,1BA | $755 |
| William A. Passavant Senior | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $801 |
| Tioga Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Avenues West, WI
As of April 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Avenues West area is the $0.87 price per square foot 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at University Row in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Avenues West apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Kilbourn Terrace starting at $1,395 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Avenues West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Row | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Kilbourn Terrace | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| William A. Passavant Senior | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Tioga Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.13 |
| McGuire Flats | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $695.00 |
| University Crossing II | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $855.00 |
| University Crossing I | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,395.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Avenues West Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Avenues West?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Avenues West is under $1,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Avenues West?
The cheapest apartment in Avenues West is William A. Passavant Senior which is listed at $801, while the average apartment in Avenues West costs $1,250.
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