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Ingram Place
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ingram Place

456 E Brown StMilwaukee, WI 53212
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East Side, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Side area of Milwaukee, WI is a Studio unit found at Maryland Arms Apartments priced from $750. Prospective has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $820. Here are the most affordable East Side apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Maryland Arms ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$750
ProspectiveStudioStudio,1BA$820
1851 N Oakland Ave (18 Unit)1/11BR,1BA$845
Edgeview ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$850
Oakland1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$865
Lake CrestInterior1BR,1BA$870
IvanhoeStudioStudio,1BA$875
Cumberland Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$895
800 E Chambers St./3010 N Fratney St. (6 Unit)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$895
Royal Plaza Apartments1A1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, WI

As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $1.04 price per square foot 2700 N Prospect Ave Model at 2700 N Prospect Ave, Unit 2700 in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the 1712 E Park Pl Model at 1712 E Park Pl, Unit 2 starting at $1,750 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2700 N Prospect Ave, Unit 27002700 N Prospect Ave4BR,2BA$1.04
1712 E Park Pl, Unit 21712 E Park Pl3BR,1BA$1.03
1203 E Brady St, Unit A1203 E Brady St2BR,1.5BA$1.06
1726 N Arlington Pl, Unit LowerUnit1726 N Arlington Pl3BR,1BA$1.00
1624 N Warren Ave, Unit Lower1624 N Warren Ave2BR,1BA$1.18
2345 N Murray Ave, Unit 12345 N Murray Ave3BR,1BA$1.17
Oakland Manor2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.03
Edgeview ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.88
The Shorecrest1 BR / 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.09
The Park at 1824 Student Apartments2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.11

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

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East Side, Milwaukee, WI

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Milwaukee, WI. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Side Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Side?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Side is at Maryland Arms Apartments listed at $750.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Side Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Side Apartment is $845 at 1851 N Oakland Ave (18 Unit).

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Side Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Side is starting from $850 at Edgeview Apartments.

What is the most affordable East Side Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ingram Place and starts from $1,105.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Finding The Best Affordable Milwaukee Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Tim Brown

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.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!