
Homes for Rent in Milwaukee, WI Under $1,000 (45 Rentals)


4227 N 26th St

2436 N 1st St, Unit A, Unit A

2438 N 1st St

2756 N 44th St

6011 W Port Ave

2920 N Bremen St

2442 S 17th St

4572 N 38th St
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653 S 69th St, Unit D

1425 S 11th St

3829 N Humboldt Ave, Unit 7

1020 W National Ave

4355-4357-4357 N 28th St

1632 N 34th St

2523 S 12th St

2663 N 44th St

2561 S 29th St
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2224 W Wisconsin Ave

2621 W Pierce St

2224 W Wisconsin Ave

2224 W Wisconsin Ave

2224 W Wisconsin Ave

2919 W Wisconsin Ave

3244 N Downer Ave

2919 W Wisconsin Ave

1951 S 11th St
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4479A N 44th St

3298 N 13th St

4925 W Oklahoma Ave, Unit 6

3858-60 N 14th St

2449 N 51st Blvd

1835 N 2nd St, Unit 1

1835 N 2nd St, Unit 20

1835 N 2nd St, Unit 30

3958 N 22nd St, Unit 201
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1835 N 2nd St, Unit 28

222 N 73rd St

2148 N 29th St

2148 N 29th St

2148 N 29th St

6521 Beloit Rd

5650 W Wahner Ave, Unit 110, Unit 110

6535 Beloit Rd

5310 Beloit Rd
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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 | $1,478 | $875 | $3,348 |
| Milwaukee 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,940 | $895 | $4,500 |
| Milwaukee 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,370 | $1,595 | $4,000 |
| Milwaukee 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,565 | $2,100 | $2,850 |
| Milwaukee 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,238 | $2,450 | $4,365 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Milwaukee
What type of rentals are currently available in Milwaukee?
There are currently 3747 Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee, WI with pricing that ranges from $474 to $12,000. There are also 420 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Milwaukee ranging from $600 to $4,500.
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 $600 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,987.
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 $570 to $10,652, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $895 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,350.
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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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