Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Milwaukee Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $1,000 (41 Rentals)

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property at 705 E Center St

$1,200 - $1,250

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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705 E Center St

MilwaukeeWI53212
property at 3115 N Bartlett Ave - Lower

$1,350

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$1,350
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$1,350

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 1

3115 N Bartlett Ave - Lower

MilwaukeeWI53211

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property at 2454 N Pierce St

$1,380

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$1,380
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$1,380

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2454 N Pierce St

MilwaukeeWI53212
property at 1775 N Astor St

$1,450

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$1,450
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$1,450

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 1

1775 N Astor St

MilwaukeeWI53202

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property at 3007 N Frederick Ave

$1,495

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$1,495
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$1,495

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

3007 N Frederick Ave

MilwaukeeWI53211
property at 3009 N Frederick Ave

$1,495

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$1,495
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$1,495

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

3009 N Frederick Ave

MilwaukeeWI53211
property at 2943 N Newhall St

$1,499

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$1,499
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$1,499

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2943 N Newhall St, Unit Lower

2943 N Newhall St
MilwaukeeWI53211

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Downtown Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Milwaukee Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Milwaukee area of Milwaukee, WI is a 3 Beds unit found at The Park at 1824 Student Apartments priced from $615. 1851 N Oakland Ave (18 Unit) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable Downtown Milwaukee apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Park at 1824 Student ApartmentsRenovated 3 Bedroom Apartment3BR,2BA$615
1851 N Oakland Ave (18 Unit)0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$675
Edgewater EastOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$680
Lakeside ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$695
Fairmount ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$695
The Astor Hotel ApartmentsEfficiency StudioStudio,1BA$700
Colonial ApartmentsStudio *StandardStudio,1BA$725
Buckingham ApartmentsSmall StudioStudio,1BA$725
Marshall Hall ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
Water Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Milwaukee, WI

As of March 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Milwaukee area is the $1.21 price per square foot 3BR/1.5BA Model at The Shamrock - West & East in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Downtown Milwaukee apartment is the 1624 N Warren Ave Model at 1624 N Warren Ave, Unit Lower starting at $1,650 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Milwaukee apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Shamrock - West & East3BR/1.5BA3BR,1.5BA$1.21
1624 N Warren Ave, Unit Lower1624 N Warren Ave2BR,1BA$1.14
1773 N Astor St, Unit lower flat1773 N Astor St3BR,1BA$1.16
2018 Oakland2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.05
Century Building2x22BR,2BA$0.87
2350 N Holton St, Unit 23522350 N Holton St2BR,1BA$0.89
3114 North Newhall Street2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.20
Edgeview ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.88
RW Apartments I and II2x2 965sf2BR,2BA$0.95
The Park at 1824 Student ApartmentsRenovated 2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.17

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI

Ranked #5

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Milwaukee

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Milwaukee?

There are currently 894 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Milwaukee, WI with pricing that ranges from $474 to $15,000. There are also 114 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Milwaukee ranging from $1,095 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Milwaukee?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Milwaukee ranges from $1,095 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,151.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Milwaukee?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Milwaukee range from $570 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,995.

Expert Rental Resources

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