
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Capitol Heights Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $500 (35 Rentals)
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7000 W Fond du Lac Ave, Unit #7

7000 W Fond du Lac Ave

3128 N 38th St

7922 W Center St, Unit 7922 W Center Street. #2

2562-2564-2564 N 37th St

2809 N 40th St
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4548-4562 N 92nd St

Edison School Apartments

3287 N 49th St

2977 N 60th St

2902 N 57th St

2757-2759-2759 N 36th St

9118 W Grantosa Dr, Unit 5
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6910 W Center St

3500 N 48th St

4650 N 39th St, Unit 39th Street

5066-5068-5068 N 84th St
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Capitol Heights, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Capitol Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,352 | $774 | $3,686 |
| Capitol Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $667 | $4,724 |
| Capitol Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,176 | $753 | $4,934 |
| Capitol Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $895 | $870 | $920 |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Capitol Heights Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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Cheapest Available Capitol Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Capitol Heights area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Gorman Homes priced from $774. 3202 N 76th St - 14 Unit has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Capitol Heights apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gorman Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $774 |
| 3202 N 76th St - 14 Unit | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| 3118-3132 N 76th St | 2bd rm 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Edison School Apartments | 1Bd/1Bth | 1BR,1BA | $1,057 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capitol Heights, WI
As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Capitol Heights area is the $0.80 price per square foot 4722 N 85th Ct Model at 4722 N 85th Ct, Unit Upper in the in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Capitol Heights apartment is the 4650 N 39th St Model at 4650 N 39th St, Unit 39th Street starting at $1,100 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Capitol Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4722 N 85th Ct, Unit Upper | 4722 N 85th Ct | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 4650 N 39th St, Unit 39th Street | 4650 N 39th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| 2567 N 66th St, Unit Lower 2 bedroom | 2567 N 66th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 2567 N 61st St, Unit 2567 | 2567 N 61st St | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 9118 W Grantosa Dr, Unit 5 | 9118 W Grantosa Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 5351 N 83rd St, Unit 5351 N. 83rd Street | 5351 N 83rd St | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Lisbon Court | Palmetto III | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| 3202 N 76th St - 14 Unit | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Gorman Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 7000 W Fond du Lac Ave, Unit #7 | 7000 W Fond du Lac Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCapitol Heights, Milwaukee, WI
Ranked #200
Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Capitol Heights, Milwaukee, WI
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Getting Around the Capitol Heights Neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
50 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Capitol Heights Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Capitol Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Capitol Heights is Gorman Homes which is listed at $774, while the average apartment in Capitol Heights costs $1,413.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Capitol Heights?
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 3 regular apartments in Capitol Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Capitol Heights?
Cheap apartments in Capitol Heights have an average cost of $588 which is $825 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Capitol Heights.
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