
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Johnsons Woods Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $300 (75 Rentals)
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Hawley Ridge Apartments

653 S 69th St, Unit D

1751 N 60th St

3421 W Kilbourn Ave

1531 S 30th St

417 N 39th St, Unit Apt 6

150 N 80th St

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177 S 78th St, Unit Duplex Lower, Unit Duplex Lower
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3118-3124 W Wells St

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The Millerand Apartments

Westport Apartments

3008 W State St

Sunny Crest Apartments

Highlander

4215 W Martin Dr

9151 W Hawthorne Ave

4226 W. Highland Blvd. - 8 Unit

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WestGlen

5302 W Burnham St

4611 W National Ave

Becher Apartments

Parkway South

Bluemound Village

Hawley Terrace

Valley Forge Apartments

1632 N 34th St

2501-2505 S 44th St. - 8 Unit
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3303-3311 W Juneau Ave

3111 W Walnut St

3109 W Walnut St

5821 W Lincoln Ave

1426-36 S 31st St.

5324 Beloit Rd

The Berkshire Senior Living

Total Monthly Price
7728 W National Ave, Unit 7728 #2 Rear, Unit 7728 #2 Rear

The Landmark of West Allis

Total Monthly Price
6016 W Vliet St, Unit F, Unit F
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Johnsons Woods, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Johnsons Woods?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnsons Woods Studio Apartments | $1,422 | $695 | $2,327 |
| Johnsons Woods 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,695 | $565 | $2,825 |
| Johnsons Woods 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,110 | $675 | $4,160 |
| Johnsons Woods 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,646 | $800 | $5,072 |
| Johnsons Woods 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,850 | $1,850 | $1,850 |
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Cheapest Available Johnsons Woods Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Johnsons Woods area of Milwaukee, WI is a Studio unit found at 4226 W. Highland Blvd. - 8 Unit priced from $695. 1601 S 84th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Johnsons Woods apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4226 W. Highland Blvd. - 8 Unit | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| 1601 S 84th St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Valley Forge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Hawley Ridge Apartments | HAWL- 50% 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $936 |
| 2501-2505 S 44th St. - 8 Unit | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Heritage West Allis Senior | 1BD/1BA - Income Restricted - 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| The Landmark of West Allis | 2x2 Grand | 2BR,2BA | $1,145 |
| The Berkshire Senior Living | Unit E | 2BR,2BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnsons Woods, WI
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Johnsons Woods area is the $1.17 price per square foot Unit E Model at The Berkshire Senior Living in the in the Far West Side neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Johnsons Woods apartment is the 1457 S 74th St Model at 1457 S 74th St, Unit Upper starting at $1,250 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the White Manor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Johnsons Woods apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Berkshire Senior Living | Unit E | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| 1457 S 74th St, Unit Upper | 1457 S 74th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 3521 W Highland Blvd, Unit lowerunit | 3521 W Highland Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Glenview Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| 1233 S 87th St, Unit lower dulex | 1233 S 87th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| The Landmark of West Allis | 2x1 Grand | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 2501-2505 S 44th St. - 8 Unit | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Valley Forge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 4226 W. Highland Blvd. - 8 Unit | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $0.99 |
| 1601 S 84th St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Johnsons Woods Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Johnsons Woods Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Johnsons Woods Apartment is $800 at 1601 S 84th St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Johnsons Woods Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Johnsons Woods is starting from $1,145 at The Landmark of West Allis.
What is the most affordable Johnsons Woods Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Johnsons Woods Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at SoNa Lofts and starts from $2,347.
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