
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Far North Side Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $500 (35 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Far North Side area of Milwaukee.


2041 W Atkinson Ave

2021-2027 W Atkinson Ave

2101 W Atkinson Ave

2040 W Atkinson Ave

1981 W Villard Ave

2022-2026 W Atkinson Ave

2061 W Atkinson Ave
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2020 W Atkinson Ave

5446-5462 N Hopkins St

5455 N Hopkins St

4641 N 27th St

4292 N 27th St

4282 N 27th St

4446 N 28th St

Bishops Creek Family Housing
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New Hampton Gardens

5525 N Teutonia Ave

4548 N Teutonia Ave

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5019 N Hopkins Street

4252 N Teutonia Ave

5045-5065 N Hopkins St

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4276 N 27th St

3417 W Hampton Ave

5168 N 35th St
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5304 N Teutonia Ave

4331 N 27th St

Silver Creek Village 55+ Senior Apartments
Far North Side, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Far North Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Far North Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,165 | $1,045 | $1,205 |
| Far North Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,078 | $608 | $1,400 |
| Far North Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,241 | $1,200 | $1,283 |
| Far North Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Far North Side Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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Cheapest Available Far North Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Far North Side area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at 4603 N 29th St priced from $750. 4720 N 37th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable Far North Side apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4603 N 29th St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| 4720 N 37th St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Bishops Creek Family Housing | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,081 |
| Edison School Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Silver Creek Village 55+ Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Far North Side, WI
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Far North Side area is the $1.37 price per square foot 4148 N 24th Pl Model at 4148 N 24th Pl, Unit Lower in the in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Far North Side apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Silver Creek Village 55+ Senior Apartments starting at $1,165 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Far North Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Far North Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4148 N 24th Pl, Unit Lower | 4148 N 24th Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Silver Creek Village 55+ Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Edison School Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 4603 N 29th St - 6 unit | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Far North Side Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Far North Side?
The cheapest apartment in Far North Side is 4603 N 29th St - 6 unit which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Far North Side costs $1,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Far North Side?
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 6 regular apartments in Far North Side that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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