
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bay View Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $600 (33 Rentals)
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2482A S 5th St

Corliss

3521 S Logan Ave

Vue Apartments

KinetiK

2348 S Kinnickinnic Ave

1005 E Holt Ave, Unit Upper
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Stitchweld

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2213 S Robinson Ave, Unit UPPER

460 E Lincoln Ave

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3100 S Griffin Ave, Unit LOWER

Dwell Bay View

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553 E Dover St, Unit UPPER

1703 E Morgan Ave

3474 S Indiana Ave
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3360 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Unit Lower

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2252 S Winchester St

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2304 E Holt Ave, Unit 2304 E Holt

426 E Smith St

2892 S Delaware Ave

2636 S. Logan

Bayview
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La Corona Apt

2467 S Burrell St

1323 E Colorado St

3279 S Kinnickinnic Ave

3047 S Howell Ave

2867 S Kinnickinnic

2188 S Robinson Ave

2445 S Austin St
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2768 S Adams Ave
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 | $1,533 | $1,365 | $1,895 |
| Bay View 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,458 | $1,009 | $2,944 |
| Bay View 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,752 | $1,095 | $3,546 |
| Bay View 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,816 | $1,603 | $2,145 |
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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 La Corona Apt priced from $891. Hide House Lofts Bayview has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $968. Here are the most affordable Bay View apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Corona Apt | 1 Bedroom HUD | 1BR,1BA | $891 |
| Hide House Lofts Bayview | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $968 |
| Corliss | Logger - 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,169 |
| 3047 S Howell Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| 2867 S Kinnickinnic | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Stitchweld | TWILL | 1BR,1BA | $1,630 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bay View, WI
As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bay View area is the $1.39 price per square foot 3149 S Illinois Ave Model at 3149 S Illinois Ave, Unit 3149 in the in the Far South Side neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Bay View apartment is the 814 E Lincoln Ave Model at 814 E Lincoln Ave, Unit A starting at $2,145 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the Historic Mitchell Street 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3149 S Illinois Ave, Unit 3149 | 3149 S Illinois Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 814 E Lincoln Ave, Unit A | 814 E Lincoln Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.72 |
| 2867 S Kinnickinnic | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 3100 S Griffin Ave, Unit LOWER | 3100 S Griffin Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 553 E Dover St, Unit UPPER | 553 E Dover St | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 2213 S Robinson Ave, Unit UPPER | 2213 S Robinson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| 3047 S Howell Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Hide House Lofts Bayview | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Corliss | Foundry - 80% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| La Corona Apt | 1 Bedroom HUD | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
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Best Local Schools in Bay View, Milwaukee, WI
Bay View Middle and High School
Milwaukee Parkside School for the Arts
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bay View Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bay View?
The cheapest apartment in Bay View is La Corona Apt which is listed at $891, while the average apartment in Bay View costs $1,700.
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 100 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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