Apartments for Rent in the Donner Woods Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI (361 Rentals)

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An Insider's Guide to Apartment Living Near Milwaukee's Four Employer Clusters

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property at 3215 N Bartlett Ave

$1,700

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$1,700
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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3215 N Bartlett Ave

MilwaukeeWI53211
property at 2537 N Downer Ave

$1,450

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$1,450
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2537 N Downer Ave, Unit 14

2537 N Downer Ave
MilwaukeeWI53211
property at 2540 N Oakland Ave

$1,740

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$1,740
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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2540 N Oakland Ave

MilwaukeeWI53211

Check Out Milwaukee’s Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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Donner Woods, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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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Donner Woods, Milwaukee, WI

Ranked #65

Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in areas across the United States including Donner Woods, Milwaukee, and the greater Milwaukee area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Luxury Living Rating

Donner Woods is one of the best-regarded luxury neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, maid services, park access, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Other luxury items often include tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, raquetball courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Frequently Asked Questions about Donner Woods

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Donner Woods area of Milwaukee, WI?

As of today, August 20, 2026, there are currently 361 available Donner Woods apartments priced from $700 to $5,748, with an average monthly rent of $1,765.

How much are Studio apartments in Donner Woods?

There are currently 109 Studio Apartments in Donner Woods with rent ranges from $720 to $1,395 with an average price of $1,017.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Donner Woods Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Donner Woods ranges from $855 to $1,940 with an average monthly rent of $1,287.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Donner Woods cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Donner Woods range from $950 to $5,748. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,842.

How expensive are Donner Woods Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 60 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Donner Woods on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $799 to $3,575 - averaging $1,974 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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