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property at 2436 N 1st St

$925

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$925
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$925

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

2436 N 1st St, Unit A

2436 N 1st St
MilwaukeeWI53212

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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property at 2457 N 1st St

$1,000

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$1,000
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$1,000

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2457 N 1st St, Unit upper front

2457 N 1st St
MilwaukeeWI53212

A Local Expert's Guide to Milwaukee: Neighborhoods, Traditions, and the Cozy Spirit of Gemütlichkeit

Uncover Milwaukee's affordable, vibrant neighborhoods and down-to-earth charm. Get a local expert's take on the city's renaissance, favorite traditions, and famous Gemütlichkeit (cozy spirit).

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Check Out Milwaukee’s Best Affordable Neighborhoods

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property at 705 E Center St

$1,200 - $1,250

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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705 E Center St

MilwaukeeWI53212
property at 811 E Hadley St

$1,260

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$1,260
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$1,260

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

811 E Hadley St

MilwaukeeWI53212

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Hillside, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hillside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillside area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at MLK Library Apartments priced from $560. East National Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $645. Here are the most affordable Hillside apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MLK Library Apartments1x11BR,1BA$560
East National FlatsPierce - 30% AMI2BR,2BA$645
Fairmount ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$675
University Crossing IStudioStudio,1BA$685
Lakeside ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$695
McGuire FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$695
Tioga ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$695
2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$695
The Astor Hotel ApartmentsEfficiency StudioStudio,1BA$700
Marquee CommunitiesStudioStudio,1BA$705

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillside, WI

As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillside area is the $0.56 price per square foot 912 W Hadley St Model at 912 W Hadley St, Unit 1 in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Hillside apartment is the 2738 N Murray Ave Model at 2738 N Murray Ave, Unit 2738 starting at $1,650 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
912 W Hadley St, Unit 1912 W Hadley St3BR,1BA$0.56
2738 N Murray Ave, Unit 27382738 N Murray Ave3BR,1BA$0.92
2457 N 1st St, Unit front upper unit 24572457 N 1st St2BR,1BA$0.60
McKinley School Apartments, LLC2Bd/1Bth2BR,1BA$0.63
University Row3 Bed 1 Bath3BR,1BA$0.87
Columbia Square2 bedroom2BR,2BA$0.84
The Park at 1824 Student ApartmentsRenovated 3 Bedroom Apartment3BR,2BA$0.95
2407 N 6th St, Unit Rear Lower Unit2407 N 6th St2BR,1BA$1.11
Historic Lofts on KilbournOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.04
MLK Library Apartments1x11BR,1BA$0.71

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Hillside, Milwaukee, WI

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Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hillside

What type of rentals are currently available in Hillside?

There are currently 1246 Apartments for Rent in Hillside, WI with pricing that ranges from $559 to $36,000. There are also 137 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hillside ranging from $625 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hillside?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hillside ranges from $625 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,749.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hillside?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hillside range from $725 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $3,445. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.

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I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Growing up in the city and then blocks outside the border, Milwaukee's neighborhoods have been home to friends and family for years.

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