
Homes for Rent in Milwaukee, WI Under $2,000 (299 Rentals)


3731 N 36th St

661 S 60th St

2830-2830 N Maryland Ave

1130 E Russell Ave

385 E Becher St

2975 N Bremen St, Unit Lower

3015 N Prospect Ave

6463 N 55th St

7506 W Glendale Ave
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1633 N Prospect Ave, Unit 3E

1924 N Hubbard St, Unit 210

3009 N Maryland Ave

1660 N Prospect Ave, Unit 18

5268 N 64th St

3756 S Whitnall Ave

2223 E Vollmer Ave

1024 E Brady St

1808 E Webster Pl

9611 W Oklahoma Ave, Unit 9611
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400 E Meinecke Ave, Unit 402 E Meinecke Upper

4639 N Sherman Blvd

638 S 66th St, Unit Upper

926 S 35th St

234 N Broadway, Unit 614

234 N Broadway

2473 N Frederick Ave

2975 N Downer Ave, Unit 2975

1025 E Land Pl

5032 N 32nd St
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5102 N 51st Blvd

1116 E Hamilton St

3316 N 77th St

2308 W Clarke St

9105 W Park Hill Ave

9105 W Park Hill Ave

2431 N Farwell Ave

2214 E Ivanhoe Pl, Unit 1

1669 N Humboldt Ave, Unit 2

5251 N 83rd St
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2690 S 10th St, Unit B

2407 N Frederick Ave

1609 N 52nd St

2161 N 48th St

5824 N 117th St

4340 W Eggert Pl.

1129 E Clarke St

2875 W Grant St

1125 E Clarke St

2405 N Frederick Ave
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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 | $1,495 | $775 | $4,700 |
| Milwaukee 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,973 | $975 | $3,800 |
| Milwaukee 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,362 | $975 | $5,495 |
| Milwaukee 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,525 | $1,300 | $5,200 |
| Milwaukee 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,125 | $2,450 | $3,800 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Milwaukee
What type of rentals are currently available in Milwaukee?
There are currently 3778 Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee, WI with pricing that ranges from $486 to $16,013. There are also 402 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Milwaukee ranging from $625 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 $625 to $5,495 with an average monthly rent of $2,020.
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 $975 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $975 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $895.
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Finding The Best Affordable Milwaukee Neighborhoods to Rent
Written by: Tim Brown
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.

The Top Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing for Milwaukee-Area College Students
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, 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
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.

An Insiders 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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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.