
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Milwaukee Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $559 (373 Rentals) Page 2 of 8
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1609 N. Prospect Avenue

Prospect Heights

Berkshire Apartments

2932 N Holton St

2021 E Park Pl

Belleview Terrace Apartments

2966 N 9th St

2624 N 6th St

740 North by 3L Living
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Century Building

Carriage Court

1319 E Albion St

The Historic 10th St Residences

Oakland Manor Apartments

Oakview Manor

Riverside Lofts

1233 Marshall / 1222-36 Cass

Lake Summit

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2402 E Webster Pl, Unit 1F
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Tower Apartments

The Germania

735 West by 3L Living

Webster Terrace II

2844 N 2nd St

338 W Reservoir Ave

1818 N Pulaski St

Shoreham Apartments

La Shall

The Residences at ThriveOn King
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1710-14 Bradford

2849 N Pierce St

700 Lofts

Beerline B Apartments

The Ambassador Apartments

3817 N Humboldt Ave, Unit 3

1686-1688 N Van Buren St

Bon Aire

City Hall Square Apartments

2121 N Cambridge Ave
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Urbanite

Marneau Apartments

Cambridge North

815 E Locust St

1207 E Kane Pl

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2952 N Booth St, Unit 2952 N Booth St

436 W Burleigh St, Unit A

653 W Bruce St

3035 N 10th St

Keystone on Brady
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Downtown Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Milwaukee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Milwaukee Studio Apartments | $1,341 | $675 | $3,383 |
| Downtown Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,796 | $559 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Milwaukee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,579 | $627 | $7,097 |
| Downtown Milwaukee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,171 | $799 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Milwaukee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,140 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 373 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Milwaukee Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Milwaukee Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Milwaukee?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Milwaukee is under $795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Milwaukee?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Milwaukee is Pleasant Apartments which is listed at $775, while the average apartment in Downtown Milwaukee costs $1,798.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Milwaukee?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 21 regular apartments in Downtown Milwaukee that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Milwaukee?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Milwaukee have an average cost of $214 which is $1,584 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Milwaukee.
Expert Rental Resources
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Helpful Local Expert Guides

An Insider's Guide to Apartment Living Near Milwaukee's Four Employer Clusters
Written by: Tim Brown
Having grown up in Milwaukee and lived in Waukesha for several years, I have come to realize that the Milwaukee metro area offers diverse employment and housing opportunities.

A Local Expert's Guide to Milwaukee: Neighborhoods, Traditions, and the Cozy Spirit of Gemütlichkeit
Written by: Tim Brown
I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Growing up in the city and then blocks outside the border, Milwaukee's neighborhoods have been home to friends and family for years.

The Top Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing for Milwaukee-Area College Students
Written by: Tim Brown
I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Growing up in the city and then blocks outside the border, many of the Milwaukee neighborhoods profiled here have been home to friends and family.

Finding The Best Affordable Milwaukee Neighborhoods to Rent
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I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Growing up in the city and then just blocks outside the border, many Milwaukee neighborhoods have been home to friends and family for many years.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.