
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Copernicus Park Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $500 (45 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Copernicus Park area of Milwaukee.


The Landing at 1st Street

Pinehaven Apartments

Layton Grove

4244 S 51st St

Franklin Park Apartments

Layton 1900 Apartments

4909 W Edgerton Ave

4248 S 5th St
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Lofts at Layton

4508 S Burrell St

2212 W Parnell Ave

Cherokee Village

6213 S 13th St

College Manor Apartments

4138 S 51st St

51st and Coldspring

6129 S 13th St
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Barrington Apartments

4454 S 14th St

6123 S 6th St

48 on Cold Spring

5000 W Cold Spring Rd

College Court Apartments

Sunburst

Timber Ridge Apartments

Loomis Road Apartments
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6361 S 27th St

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Greenbrook Apartments

Village In The Park

Southfield Apartments

American Colony

Emerald Row Apartments

Ravinia

Loomis Crossing Apartments
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Statesman Apartments

The Sanctuary at Cherokee Point

6174 S 38th St

Park Water Apartments

Applewood Village Apartments

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The Edgerton

Parkwood Village Townhomes

4460 S 26th St
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Copernicus Park, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Copernicus Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copernicus Park Studio Apartments | $860 | $860 | $860 |
| Copernicus Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,266 | $845 | $1,795 |
| Copernicus Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $1,120 | $2,576 |
| Copernicus Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,411 | $1,840 | $2,959 |
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Cheapest Available Copernicus Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Copernicus Park area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Pinehaven Apartments priced from $949. Layton Grove has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $967. Here are the most affordable Copernicus Park apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinehaven Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath - 2827 & 2951 | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Layton Grove | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $967 |
| Sunburst | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
| 51st and Coldspring | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Loomis Road Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Special | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Franklin Park Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| 4454 S 14th St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Layton 1900 Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Timber Ridge Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| 48 on Cold Spring | Two Bedroom/ One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Copernicus Park, WI
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Copernicus Park area is the $1.78 price per square foot 3J Model at Emerald Row Apartments in the in the College Heights neighborhood starting from $2,959. The second greatest value Copernicus Park apartment is the Thatcher Model at Statesman Apartments starting at $2,156 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the College Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Copernicus Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald Row Apartments | 3J | 3BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Statesman Apartments | Thatcher | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| American Colony | Woodview | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.48 |
| Southfield Apartments | Phase 2 - 2 Bed, 1 Bath + Den Primrose | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 48 on Cold Spring | Two Bedroom/ One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 4454 S 14th St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| 51st and Coldspring | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Sunburst | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Timber Ridge Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Layton Grove | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Best Local Schools in Copernicus Park, Milwaukee, WI
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Copernicus Park Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Copernicus Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Copernicus Park Apartment is $949 at Pinehaven Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Copernicus Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Copernicus Park is starting from $1,088 at Layton Grove.
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