
Homes for Rent in Milwaukee, WI Under $1,000 (44 Rentals)


6618 N 56th St

2741 N 25th St

1304 W Ring St

2320 N 44th St

843 N 24th St, Unit 304

3747 N 16th St

3908 N 6th St
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6011 W Port Ave

2969 N 48th St

4572 N 38th St

2724 N Palmer St

2551 N 23rd St

2857 N 2nd St

612 W Wisconsin Ave, Unit 2

2971 N 6th St
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1562 S 7th St

4645-4647 W Fond du Lac Ave

1415 N 37th St

2955 N 17th St

616 W Chambers St

3112 N 38th St

1021 E Brady St

2224 W Wisconsin Ave
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2919 W Wisconsin Ave, Unit 600

3145 S 47th St

3031 N 60th St

1569 S 10th St

1340 W Atkinson Ave

4640 W Scranton Pl

734 N 3rd St

107 W Kassner Pl
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2224 W Wisconsin Ave

2919 W Wisconsin Ave

2621 W Pierce St

2919 W Wisconsin Ave

2621 W Pierce St

3032 W Pierce St

2148 N 29th St

3431 W Kilbourn Ave, Unit 18
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3431 W Kilbourn Ave, Unit 2

3431 W Kilbourn Ave, Unit 34

2395 S 92nd St

8008 W Becher St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Milwaukee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,519 | $811 | $4,300 |
| Milwaukee 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,866 | $900 | $4,100 |
| Milwaukee 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,292 | $1,250 | $3,800 |
| Milwaukee 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,229 | $1,800 | $5,200 |
| Milwaukee 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,800 | $2,800 | $2,800 |
| Milwaukee 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,475 | $3,475 | $3,475 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Milwaukee
What type of rentals are currently available in Milwaukee?
There are currently 3902 Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee, WI with pricing that ranges from $486 to $36,000. There are also 407 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Milwaukee ranging from $625 to $5,200.
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 $625 to $5,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,780.
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 $799 to $15,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $4,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,095.
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An Insider's Guide to Apartment Living Near Milwaukee's Four Employer Clusters
Written by: Tim Brown
Having grown up in Milwaukee and lived in Waukesha for several years, I have come to realize that the Milwaukee metro area offers diverse employment and housing opportunities.

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Written by: Tim Brown
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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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.

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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