Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bay View Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $600 (10 Rentals)
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Bay View, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bay View?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay View Studio Apartments | $1,396 | $1,225 | $2,092 |
| Bay View 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,384 | $623 | $2,110 |
| Bay View 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,864 | $747 | $3,613 |
| Bay View 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,288 | $1,800 | $2,795 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bay View Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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Cheapest Available Bay View Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bay View area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Corliss priced from $623. Hide House Lofts Bayview has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,009. Here are the most affordable Bay View apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corliss | SAWYER | 1BR,1BA | $623 |
| Hide House Lofts Bayview | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,009 |
| Stitchweld | WHIPSTITCH | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bay View, WI
As of November 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bay View area is the $1.29 price per square foot 3078 S Kinnickinnic Ave Model at 3078 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Unit Upper in the in the Far South Side neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Bay View apartment is the 2159 S Mound St Model at 2159 S Mound St, Unit LOWER starting at $2,145 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Clarke Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bay View apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3078 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Unit Upper | 3078 S Kinnickinnic Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 2159 S Mound St, Unit LOWER | 2159 S Mound St | 3BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| 3251 S Springfield Ave, Unit 3251 | 3251 S Springfield Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 3401 S Howell Ave, Unit 2 | 3401 S Howell Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Vue Apartments | V15 | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Hide House Lofts Bayview | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Corliss | LOGGER | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Stitchweld | ALLOY | Studio ,1BA | $2.24 |
| Dwell Bay View | A | Studio ,1BA | $2.24 |
| KinetiK | Rise | Studio ,1BA | $2.65 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBay View, Milwaukee, WI
Ranked #103
Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Bay View, Milwaukee, WI
Bay View Middle and High School
Milwaukee Parkside School for the Arts
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Getting Around the Bay View Neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
81 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
49 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bay View Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bay View?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bay View is under $1,433.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bay View?
The cheapest apartment in Bay View is Corliss which is listed at $623, while the average apartment in Bay View costs $2,145.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bay View?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 42 regular apartments in Bay View that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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