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The Landing at 1st Street
4601-4614 S 1st StMilwaukee, WI 53207
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2615 S Greeley StMilwaukee, WI 53207
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3775 E Denton AveMilwaukee, WI 53235
2482A S 5th St
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Corliss
135 E Becher StMilwaukee, WI 53207
2166 S 6th St
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3610 S Howell Ave, Unit 1
3610 S Howell AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
3521 S Logan Ave
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4171 S Clement Ave, Unit 4
4171 S Clement AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
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Vue Apartments
2200 S Kinnickinnic AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
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1031 E Idaho St, Unit lower
1031 E Idaho StMilwaukee, WI 53207
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2233 S Mound St, Unit Upper
2233 S Mound StMilwaukee, WI 53207
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2160 S Kinnickinnic AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
2348 S Kinnickinnic Ave
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1005 E Holt Ave, Unit Upper
1005 E Holt AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
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Stitchweld
2141 S Robinson AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
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2213 S Robinson Ave, Unit UPPER
2213 S Robinson AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
460 E Lincoln Ave
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4248 S 5th St
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3100 S Griffin Ave, Unit LOWER
3100 S Griffin AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
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Dwell Bay View
2440 S Kinnickinnic AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
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553 E Dover St, Unit UPPER
553 E Dover StMilwaukee, WI 53207
1703 E Morgan Ave
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3474 S Indiana Ave
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3360 S Kinnickinnic Ave, Unit Lower
3360 S Kinnickinnic AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
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Tribute Apartments at R1VER
2033 S 1st StMilwaukee, WI 53207
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2304 E Holt Ave, Unit 2304 E Holt
2304 E Holt AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
2252 S Winchester St
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426 E Smith St
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4252 1st St
MilwaukeeWI53202
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2507 S Howell Ave, Unit B
2507 S Howell AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
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2766 S Logan Ave, Unit Upper
2766 S Logan 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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1414-1420 E Warnimont Ave
1414-1420 E Warnimont 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
2467 S Burrell StMilwaukee, WI 53207
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3279 S Kinnickinnic Ave
3279 S Kinnickinnic AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
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1323 E Colorado St
1323 E Colorado StMilwaukee, WI 53207
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3047 S Howell Ave
3047 S Howell AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
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South Pine Apartments
4042 S Pine AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
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2867 S Kinnickinnic
2863-2867 S Kinnickinnic AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
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2188 S Robinson Ave
2188 S Robinson AveMilwaukee, WI 53207
2445 S Austin St
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2768 S Adams Ave
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2770 S Adams Ave
MilwaukeeWI53207
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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 | $1,505 | $860 | $1,895 |
| Fernwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,483 | $850 | $3,135 |
| Fernwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,811 | $950 | $4,101 |
| Fernwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,122 | $1,603 | $2,990 |
| Fernwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $2,250 | $2,250 |
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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 Lake Park Apartments priced from $850. La Corona Apt has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $891. Here are the most affordable Fernwood apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Park Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| La Corona Apt | 1 Bedroom HUD | 1BR,1BA | $891 |
| Norwich East | 1B1BA | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| FairCrest Senior Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| Hide House Lofts Bayview | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $968 |
| 3432 E Cudahy Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Thompson Meadows Apartments: 55+ Adult | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Plaza Four Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Large with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1,079 |
| The Landing at 1st Street | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Corliss | Logger - 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,169 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fernwood, WI
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fernwood area is the $1.39 price per square foot 3149 S Illinois Ave Model at 3149 S Illinois Ave, Unit 3149 in the in the Far South Side neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Fernwood apartment is the 1031 E Idaho St Model at 1031 E Idaho St, Unit lower starting at $1,375 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Southeast Side 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3149 S Illinois Ave, Unit 3149 | 3149 S Illinois Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 1031 E Idaho St, Unit lower | 1031 E Idaho St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 2867 S Kinnickinnic | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| South Shore Point | 2 Bedroom First Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| South Pine Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Thompson Meadows Apartments: 55+ Adult | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Hide House Lofts Bayview | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Plaza Four Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Large with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| FairCrest Senior Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Lake Park Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States including Fernwood, Milwaukee, and the greater Milwaukee area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fernwood Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fernwood?
The cheapest apartment in Fernwood is Lake Park Apartments which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Fernwood costs $2,250.
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 104 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 $598 which is $1,652 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fernwood.
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