Cheap Homes for Rent in Clarke Square Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $800 (31 Rentals)

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property at 2327 S 7th St

$1,350

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2327 S 7th St, Unit Upper

2327 S 7th St
MilwaukeeWI53215
property at 3523 W Highland Blvd

$1,350

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3523 W Highland Blvd

MilwaukeeWI53208
property at 2647 S 28th St

$1,500

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$1,500

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 1

2647 S 28th St

MilwaukeeWI53215
property at 637 E Otjen St

$1,500

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 1

637 E Otjen St

MilwaukeeWI53207

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property at 305 E Clarence St

$1,549

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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305 E Clarence St, Unit Upper

305 E Clarence St
MilwaukeeWI53207

Clarke Square, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chapel Garden ApartmentsLifestyle: Senior - 1 BR1BR,1BA$559
East National FlatsThe Hoan - 30% AMI2BR,2BA$645
CorlissSteamline - 40% AMI2BR,2BA$659
University Crossing IStudioStudio,1BA$685
Fairmount ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$695
Tioga ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$695
4226 W. Highland Blvd. - 8 Unit0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$695
McGuire FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$695
Colonial ApartmentsStudio *StandardStudio,1BA$725
St. ClairStudioStudio,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
University Row3 Bed 1 Bath3BR,1BA$0.87
Riverside Lofts2B2BR,1BA$1.25
McKinley School Apartments, LLC3Bd/2Bth3BR,2BA$1.01
Paper Box Lofts3B3BR,2BA$1.13
Chapel Garden ApartmentsLifestyle: Senior - 2BR2BR,1BA$1.00
National Ave Lofts50% 2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.24
1608 W Lincoln Ave, Unit #21608 W Lincoln Ave2BR,1BA$1.13
Historic Lofts on KilbournOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.04
4226 W. Highland Blvd. - 8 Unit0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$0.99
William A. Passavant SeniorOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1.19

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Clarke Square

What type of rentals are currently available in Clarke Square?

There are currently 753 Apartments for Rent in Clarke Square, WI with pricing that ranges from $486 to $18,843. There are also 75 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Clarke Square ranging from $800 to $4,700.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Clarke Square?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Clarke Square ranges from $800 to $4,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,861.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Clarke Square?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Clarke Square range from $1,050 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $3,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,600.

Expert Rental Resources

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