Cheap Homes for Rent in Harbor View Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $800 (23 Rentals)

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property at 2026 S Layton Blvd

$880

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$880

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available May 31

2026 S Layton Blvd, Unit 2028, Unit 2028

2026 S Layton Blvd
MilwaukeeWI53215

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property at 305 E Clarence St

$1,599 - $1,645

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$1,599 - $1,645

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Now

305 E Clarence St

MilwaukeeWI53207

Harbor View, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Harbor View Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Harbor View area of Milwaukee, WI is a Studio unit found at University Crossing I priced from $685. Lakeside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Harbor View apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University Crossing IStudioStudio,1BA$685
Lakeside ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$695
McGuire FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$695
Fairmount ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$695
The Astor Hotel ApartmentsEfficiency StudioStudio,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Harbor View, WI

As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Harbor View area is the $0.87 price per square foot 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at University Row in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Harbor View apartment is the 2B Model at Riverside Lofts starting at $1,730 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Harbor View apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
University Row3 Bed 1 Bath3BR,1BA$0.87
Riverside Lofts2B2BR,1BA$1.33
McKinley School Apartments, LLC3Bd/2Bth3BR,2BA$1.01
National Ave Lofts50% 2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.24
Knitting Factory Loft ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.30
617 E Homer St, Unit 4617 E Homer St2BR,1BA$1.31
1608 W Lincoln Ave, Unit #21608 W Lincoln Ave2BR,1BA$1.13
Historic Lofts on KilbournOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.04
Hide House Lofts BayviewOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.26
William A. Passavant SeniorOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1.19

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Frequently Asked Questions about Harbor View

What type of rentals are currently available in Harbor View?

There are currently 627 Apartments for Rent in Harbor View, WI with pricing that ranges from $486 to $17,501. There are also 61 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Harbor View ranging from $880 to $3,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Harbor View?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Harbor View ranges from $880 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,939.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Harbor View?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Harbor View range from $1,050 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $2,375. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,250.

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