
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Capitol Heights Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $500 (89 Rentals)
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7348 W Medford Ave

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8115 W Hampton Ave, Unit 3

4640 W Scranton Pl

Gorman Homes

2937 N 76th St

5465 N 83rd St

2675 N 52nd St

Appleton Gardens

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3433A N 53rd St, Unit Lovely Mother In Law available 9/1
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2919 N 50th St

5330 N 39th St

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2722 N 45th St, Unit A

4442 N 37th St

2762 N 51st St

3266-3268 N 35th St

4278 N 84th St

3201 N 39th St

4134 N 50th St

Lisbon Court
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3758 N 41st St, Unit 1

8809 W Villard Ave

3623-3625-3625 N 76th St

4120 W Burleigh St

3051-3053-3053 N 39th St

2767 N 40th St

7105 W Capitol Dr

3127 N 34th St

4642 W Scranton Pl, Unit 2

4153 N 91st St
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3179 N 39th St

8735 W Center St

2628-2630 N 59th St, Unit 2

2748 N 44th St

3323 N 44th St

2972 N 50th St

3734 N 53rd St

3601 N 53rd St

6633 W Villard Ave, Unit Upstairs Unit

2607 N 44th St
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4619A W Fond du Lac Ave

4619 W Fond du Lac Ave

8548 W Appleton Ave

8001 W Villard Ave

4638 N 46th St

6528 W Center St

2757-2759-2759 N 36th St

5650A N 97th St

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8016 W Villard Ave, Unit Duplex

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2975 N 58th St, Unit 2975 Upper
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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 | $957 | $775 | $1,145 |
| Capitol Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,174 | $608 | $1,695 |
| Capitol Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,428 | $950 | $2,595 |
| Capitol Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,150 | $850 | $1,450 |
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There are currently 89 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 4047-4272 N Sherman Blvd priced from $895. 2675 N 52nd St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $910. Here are the most affordable Capitol Heights apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4047-4272 N Sherman Blvd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| 2675 N 52nd St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $910 |
| Edison School Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $938 |
| 8605 W Center St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Capitol Heights, WI
As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Capitol Heights area is the $0.47 price per square foot 3758 N 41st St Model at 3758 N 41st St, Unit 1 in the in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Capitol Heights apartment is the 8016 W Villard Ave Model at 8016 W Villard Ave, Unit Duplex starting at $1,250 with a $1.04 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3758 N 41st St, Unit 1 | 3758 N 41st St | 2BR,1BA | $0.47 |
| 8016 W Villard Ave, Unit Duplex | 8016 W Villard Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 3164 N 55th St, Unit Upper Unit | 3164 N 55th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 2722 N 45th St, Unit A | 2722 N 45th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| 8750 W Herbert Ave, Unit herbert | 8750 W Herbert Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 8115 W Hampton Ave, Unit 3 | 8115 W Hampton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 2975 N 58th St, Unit 2975 Upper | 2975 N 58th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Edison School Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCapitol Heights, Milwaukee, WI
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3.5Pet Friendly
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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 4047-4272 N Sherman Blvd which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Capitol Heights costs $1,197.
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 2 regular apartments in Capitol Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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