
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Clarke Square Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $400 (249 Rentals)
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Shoe Factory Lofts

700 Lofts

East National Flats

Corliss

Chapel Garden Apartments

3431 W Kilbourn Ave, Unit 23

1828 S 11th St, Unit 1

The Ardmore Apartments

Castings Place Apartments
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Golden Eagle Flats

Tioga Apartments

Fairmount Apartments

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Colonial Apartments

St. Clair

2319 S 17th St

1130 W Washington St

Johnson Legacy East Apartments

2621 W Pierce St
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2421 S 5th Pl

2621 W Pierce St

2621 W Pierce St

William A. Passavant Senior

Johnson Legacy West

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Water Street Apartments

Van Buren Apartments

829 N. Cass

Historic Lofts on Kilbourn

Lancaster Apartments
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1233 Marshall / 1222-36 Cass

2145A S 15th St

1532 South 13th Street

Plaza

2224 W Wisconsin Ave

2224 W Wisconsin Ave

2224 W Wisconsin Ave

2919 W Wisconsin Ave

2919 W Wisconsin Ave

2518 W Wisconsin Ave
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2621 W Pierce St, Unit 1

2804 W Lincoln Ave

Juneau Village Garden Apartments

Shoreham Apartments

1710 W Mineral St

McKinley School Apartments, LLC

Seven04 Place Apartments

Burnham Hill Apartments

1630 W National Ave

2869 S 6th St
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Clarke Square, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Clarke Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarke Square Studio Apartments | $1,288 | $675 | $6,019 |
| Clarke Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,613 | $486 | $8,763 |
| Clarke Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,190 | $604 | $10,000+ |
| Clarke Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,457 | $1,050 | $10,000+ |
| Clarke Square 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,999 | $1,600 | $3,250 |
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There are currently 249 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Clarke Square Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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Cheapest Available Clarke Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Clarke Square area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Chapel Garden Apartments priced from $559. East National Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $645. Here are the most affordable Clarke Square apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapel Garden Apartments | Lifestyle: Senior - 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $559 |
| East National Flats | The Hoan - 30% AMI | 2BR,2BA | $645 |
| Corliss | Steamline - 40% AMI | 2BR,2BA | $659 |
| University Crossing I | Studio | Studio,1BA | $685 |
| Fairmount Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Tioga Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| 4226 W. Highland Blvd. - 8 Unit | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| McGuire Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Colonial Apartments | Studio *Standard | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| St. Clair | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Clarke Square, WI
As of June 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Clarke Square 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 Clarke Square apartment is the 2B Model at Riverside Lofts starting at $1,630 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Clarke Square 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 |
| Riverside Lofts | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| McKinley School Apartments, LLC | 3Bd/2Bth | 3BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Paper Box Lofts | 3B | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Chapel Garden Apartments | Lifestyle: Senior - 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| National Ave Lofts | 50% 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| 1608 W Lincoln Ave, Unit #2 | 1608 W Lincoln Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Historic Lofts on Kilbourn | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 4226 W. Highland Blvd. - 8 Unit | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $0.99 |
| William A. Passavant Senior | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States including Clarke Square, Milwaukee, and the greater Milwaukee area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Clarke Square Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Clarke Square?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Clarke Square is at University Crossing I listed at $685.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Clarke Square Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Clarke Square Apartment is $559 at Chapel Garden Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Clarke Square Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Clarke Square is starting from $645 at East National Flats.
What is the most affordable Clarke Square Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Clarke Square Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Historic Lofts on Kilbourn and starts from $1,104.
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