
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Garden Homes Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $400 (19 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Garden Homes area of Milwaukee.


2500 W Fond du Lac Ave

Gorman Homes

5151 N 54th St

Parkside Commons Senior Apartments

3812 W Villard Ave
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Garden Homes, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Garden Homes?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Homes Studio Apartments | $999 | $695 | $1,450 |
| Garden Homes 1 Bedroom Apartments | $974 | $513 | $1,750 |
| Garden Homes 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,213 | $612 | $2,150 |
| Garden Homes 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,188 | $753 | $1,500 |
| Garden Homes 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,193 | $870 | $1,736 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Garden Homes Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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Cheapest Available Garden Homes Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Garden Homes area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Parkside Commons Senior Apartments priced from $698. Gorman Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $774. Here are the most affordable Garden Homes apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Commons Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $698 |
| Gorman Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $774 |
| CWC Community Within the Corridor | Fond Du Lac | Studio,1BA | $854 |
| 4651 N 36th St. (12 unit)(ACE PROPERTY) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Silver Creek Village 55+ Senior Apartments | One Bedroom - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Garden Homes, WI
As of December 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Garden Homes area is the $1.43 price per square foot 2bd Model at Clayton Park Townhouses in the in the Estabrook Park neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Garden Homes apartment is the C Model at Parkside at Estabrook Apartments starting at $1,485 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Estabrook Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Garden Homes apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton Park Townhouses | 2bd | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Parkside at Estabrook Apartments | C | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Bay Village Townhomes | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Edison School Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Parkside Commons Senior Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Silver Creek Village 55+ Senior Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 4651 N 36th St. (12 unit)(ACE PROPERTY) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 5135 N 31st St, Unit A | 5135 N 31st St | 3BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Gorman Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Park Village Apartments | Studio* | Studio ,1BA | $1.78 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGarden Homes, Milwaukee, WI
Ranked #180
Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Garden Homes, Milwaukee, WI
Rufus King International High School
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Getting Around the Garden Homes Neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI
Walk Score®
56 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
50 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
56 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Garden Homes Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Garden Homes?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Garden Homes is under $1,485.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Garden Homes?
The cheapest apartment in Garden Homes is Parkside Commons Senior Apartments which is listed at $698, while the average apartment in Garden Homes costs $1,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Garden Homes?
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 21 regular apartments in Garden Homes 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 Garden Homes?
Cheap apartments in Garden Homes have an average cost of $555 which is $645 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Garden Homes.
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