
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairfield Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $500 (23 Rentals)
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Parkside Commons Senior Apartments

5951 N 37th St

5512 N 52nd St

Riverwood Court Apartments

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7005 N Teutonia Ave, Unit 7005 N Teutonia Ave

5328 N 35th St
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Aspenwood Glen Senior Apartments

5689 N 41st St

Deerwood Crossing (JFS) and (II)

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Continental House

Florist Gardens

3924 W Good Hope Rd
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Rainbow Terrace Apartments

7343 N Teutonia Ave

5510 N 34th St

6011 W Port Ave

Bradley Crossing I and II

Glen Courts Apartments

Silver Creek Village 55+ Senior Apartments
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Bradley Manor
Fairfield, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,643 | $698 | $2,130 |
| Fairfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,014 | $608 | $5,030 |
| Fairfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,990 | $1,109 | $4,000 |
| Fairfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,321 | $1,800 | $2,495 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fairfield Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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Cheapest Available Fairfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairfield area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Parkside Commons Senior Apartments priced from $698. Glen Courts Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $860. Here are the most affordable Fairfield apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Commons Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $698 |
| Glen Courts Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
| Aspenwood Glen Senior Apartments | 21G-60 | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
| Woodale Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,038 |
| Bradley Crossing I and II | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,089 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, WI
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairfield area is the $1.44 price per square foot 2X2 2101 Model at Canterbury Court Apartments in the in the Brown Deer Park neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Fairfield apartment is the 2A1 Model at Presidio Square starting at $1,675 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Far Northwest Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canterbury Court Apartments | 2X2 2101 | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Presidio Square | 2A1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| 5416 N 53rd St, Unit 5416 N 53rd Street | 5416 N 53rd St | 3BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 5321 N 53rd St, Unit UPPER DUPLEX FOR RENT – AVAILABLE NOW! | 5321 N 53rd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Parkside Commons Senior Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Silver Creek Village 55+ Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Edison School Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 7005 N Teutonia Ave, Unit 7005 N Teutonia Ave | 7005 N Teutonia Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Aspenwood Glen Senior Apartments | 11A-60 | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Glen Courts Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairfield Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairfield?
The cheapest apartment in Fairfield is Parkside Commons Senior Apartments which is listed at $698, while the average apartment in Fairfield costs $2,495.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairfield?
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 17 regular apartments in Fairfield 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 Fairfield?
Cheap apartments in Fairfield have an average cost of $142 which is $2,353 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairfield.
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