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Corliss
135 E Becher StMilwaukee, WI 53207
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The Landing at 1st Street
4601-4614 S 1st StMilwaukee, WI 53207
2859 S 6th St
MilwaukeeWI53215
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Hide House Lofts Bayview
2615 S Greeley StMilwaukee, WI 53207
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Harbor View Village
3775 E Denton AveMilwaukee, WI 53235
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617 E Homer St, Unit 4
617 E Homer StMilwaukee, WI 53207
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1414-1420 E Warnimont Ave
1414-1420 E Warnimont AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
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2892 S Delaware Ave
2892 S Delaware AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
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2636 S. Logan
2636 S Logan AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
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Pinall Gardens
4152 S Whitnall AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
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Golden Domes
1620 S 6th StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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Bayview
2406-2430 E Oklahoma AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
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La Corona Apt
1655 S 3rd StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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2467 S Burrell St 6 unit
2467 S Burrell StMilwaukee, WI 53207
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3140 S Kinnickinnic Ave. (6 Unit)
3279 S Kinnickinnic AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
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$1095 – 1 BR, 1 BA Apartment in Bayview - ...
1323 E Colorado StMilwaukee, WI 53207
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Lake Park Apartments
3729-3749 S Packard AveSt. Francis, WI 53235
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FairCrest Senior Apartments
1920 E Tripoli AveSt. Francis, WI 53235
3545 E Tesch Ave
St. FrancisWI53235
4025 S Packard Ave
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3633 E Squire Ave
CudahyWI53110
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Thompson Meadows Apartments: 55+ Adult
3120 E Norwich AveSt. Francis, WI 53235
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Plaza IV Apartments in St. Francis.
4300 S Nicholson AveSt. Francis, WI 53235
4573 S Lake Dr
CudahyWI53110
3647A E Munkwitz Ave
CudahyWI53110
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W.G. Apartments
2828 E Bolivar AveSt. Francis, WI 53235
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Lakeside Apartments
4025 S Packard StSt. Francis, WI 53235
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3719 E Layton Ave
3719 E Layton AveCudahy, WI 53110
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Fernwood, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fernwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fernwood Studio Apartments | $1,471 | $860 | $2,425 |
| Fernwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,540 | $623 | $2,953 |
| Fernwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,955 | $747 | $3,978 |
| Fernwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,690 | $2,375 | $3,460 |
| Fernwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,100 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fernwood Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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Cheapest Available Fernwood Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fernwood area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Corliss priced from $623. Lake Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Fernwood apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corliss | TIMBERLINE | 1BR,1BA | $623 |
| Lake Park Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Landing at 1st Street | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
| Thompson Meadows Apartments: 55+ Adult | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Hide House Lofts Bayview | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,009 |
| La Corona Apt | 2 Bedroom HUD | 2BR,1BA | $1,011 |
| Plaza IV Apartments in St. Francis. | 1 Bed 1 Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $1,029 |
| Buckhorn Station Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,187 |
| Dwell Bay View | A | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| Ridge View Apartments | Two Bedroom, One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,365 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fernwood, WI
As of February 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fernwood area is the $1.25 price per square foot 1129 Idaho E St Model at 1129 Idaho E St, Unit 2 in the in the Southeast Side neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Fernwood apartment is the 508 E Lincoln Ave Model at 508 E Lincoln Ave, Unit 508 E Lincoln Ave starting at $1,498 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Clarke Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fernwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1129 Idaho E St, Unit 2 | 1129 Idaho E St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 508 E Lincoln Ave, Unit 508 E Lincoln Ave | 508 E Lincoln Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 2810 S Lenox St, Unit Lower unit | 2810 S Lenox St | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Ridge View Apartments | Two Bedroom, One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Buckhorn Station Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Hide House Lofts Bayview | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Plaza IV Apartments in St. Francis. | 1 Bed 1 Bath Large with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| La Corona Apt | 2 Bedroom HUD | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Lake Park Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Thompson Meadows Apartments: 55+ Adult | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fernwood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fernwood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fernwood is under $1,365.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fernwood?
The cheapest apartment in Fernwood is Corliss which is listed at $623, while the average apartment in Fernwood costs $2,510.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fernwood?
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 26 regular apartments in Fernwood 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 Fernwood?
Cheap apartments in Fernwood have an average cost of $179 which is $2,331 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fernwood.
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