
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Heights Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $625 (11 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Heights Studio Apartments | $1,571 | $1,435 | $1,646 |
| College Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,429 | $949 | $2,318 |
| College Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,882 | $1,169 | $2,926 |
| College Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,725 | $2,128 | $3,777 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the College Heights Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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Cheapest Available College Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Heights area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Pinehaven Apartments priced from $949. Sunburst has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,187. Here are the most affordable College Heights apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinehaven Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Sunburst | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,187 |
| Timber Ridge Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Southfield Apartments | Phase 1 - 1 Bed, 1 Bath Cardinal | 1BR,1BA | $1,393 |
| Parterre at Emerald Row | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,405 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Heights, WI
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Heights area is the $1.69 price per square foot 2 BDR 2 BA VIEW Model at The Oaks at 8100 in the in the College Heights neighborhood starting from $2,239. The second greatest value College Heights apartment is the Breakers Model at The Gables Apartments starting at $2,118 with a $1.69 price per square foot in the College Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oaks at 8100 | 2 BDR 2 BA VIEW | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| The Gables Apartments | Breakers | 3BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Southfield Apartments | Phase 1 - 1 Bed, 1 Bath Cardinal | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Emerald Row Apartments | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| HUB13 | AA1 - 1x1 Accessible Unit | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Sunburst | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Timber Ridge Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Franklin Park | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Parterre at Emerald Row | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| Pinehaven Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
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Best Local Schools in College Heights, Milwaukee, WI
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in College Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in College Heights is at Prado listed at $1,525.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom College Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom College Heights Apartment is $949 at Pinehaven Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom College Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in College Heights is starting from $1,275 at Sunburst.
What is the most affordable College Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap College Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Gables Apartments and starts from $2,118.
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