
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Haymarket Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $400 (2 Rentals)
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Haymarket, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Haymarket?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haymarket Studio Apartments | $1,308 | $650 | $3,383 |
| Haymarket 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,664 | $506 | $4,200 |
| Haymarket 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,398 | $604 | $8,178 |
| Haymarket 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,714 | $699 | $10,000+ |
| Haymarket 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,786 | $1,442 | $10,000+ |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Haymarket, WI
As of June 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Haymarket area is the $0.80 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Windsor Court Apartments in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Haymarket apartment is the 2457 N 1st St Model at 2457 N 1st St, Unit front rear unit starting at $900 with a $0.60 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Haymarket apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Court Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 2457 N 1st St, Unit front rear unit | 2457 N 1st St | 2BR,1BA | $0.60 |
| University Row | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| McKinley School Apartments, LLC | 3Bd/2Bth | 3BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| CWC — Community Within the Corridor | Locust | 3BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Columbia Square | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| Paper Box Lofts | 3B | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| 2911 N 9th St, Unit 2911-A | 2911 N 9th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Historic Lofts on Kilbourn | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| William A. Passavant Senior | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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Best Local Schools in Haymarket, Milwaukee, WI
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Milwaukee. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Haymarket Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Haymarket?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Haymarket is under $725.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Haymarket?
The cheapest apartment in Haymarket is RW Apartments I and II which is listed at $559, while the average apartment in Haymarket costs $2,750.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Haymarket?
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 92 regular apartments in Haymarket 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 Haymarket?
Cheap apartments in Haymarket have an average cost of $188 which is $2,562 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Haymarket.
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