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6011 W Port Ave

2002 14th Lower

3421 W Kilbourn Ave

3431 W Kilbourn Ave, Unit 7

2859 N Fratney St

4525 N 28th St, Unit lower

1646 N Prospect Ave, Unit 804

2931 W Chambers St, Unit Lower

1578 S Union St
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2619 N 23rd St

5625 W Brown Deer Rd, Unit 207

N90W17421 St Francis Dr

829 E Clarke St, Unit 2R

12116 W Bluemound Rd, Unit 15

4002 N Farwell Ave, Unit 7

3000 N Oakland Ave, Unit 7

2975 N Downer Ave, Unit 2977

3111 W Walnut St

2660 N 37th St
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3109 W Walnut St

4175 N 91st St

2222 E Belleview Pl

3721 N 2nd St

2121 W Brown St

653 S 69th St, Unit A

N86W16351-W16351 Appleton Ave, Unit 14

N86W16351-W16351 Appleton Ave, Unit 2

N86W16351-W16351 Appleton Ave, Unit 19

N86W16351-W16351 Appleton Ave, Unit 13
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2217 W Wisconsin Ave, Unit 06

3025 N 6th St

5700 W Wahner Ave, Unit 116

2719 N 1st St

3373 N Richards St

3908 N 6th St

4048 N 7th St

5435 N 40th St

11205 W Bluemound Rd, Unit 101

2455 N Maryland Ave, Unit 302
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N86W16351-W16351 Appleton Ave, Unit 20

N86W16351-W16351 Appleton Ave, Unit 25

1560 N Prospect Ave, Unit 404

1017 S 2nd St, Unit 202

1560 N Prospect Ave, Unit 304

1560 N Prospect Ave, Unit 204

1560 N Prospect Ave, Unit 210

729 Montana Ave

2641#2641 North 49th Street, 53210; #1401166 - 1401166

2131 N Summit Ave, Unit 202
Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Milwaukee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,587 | $775 | $3,500 |
| Milwaukee 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,983 | $925 | $3,800 |
| Milwaukee 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,382 | $975 | $5,495 |
| Milwaukee 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,435 | $1,300 | $5,200 |
| Milwaukee 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,350 | $2,800 | $3,900 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Milwaukee
What type of rentals are currently available in Milwaukee?
There are currently 3743 Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee, WI with pricing that ranges from $486 to $15,000. There are also 388 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Milwaukee ranging from $500 to $5,495.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Milwaukee?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Milwaukee ranges from $500 to $5,495 with an average monthly rent of $1,966.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Milwaukee?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Milwaukee range from $699 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $925 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $975 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $750.
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Finding The Best Affordable Milwaukee Neighborhoods to Rent
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I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Growing up in the city and then just blocks outside the border, many Milwaukee neighborhoods have been home to friends and family for many years.

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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, many of the Milwaukee neighborhoods profiled here have been home to friends and family.

A Local Experts Guide to Milwaukee: Neighborhoods, Traditions, and the Cozy Spirit of Gemütlichkeit
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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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.