Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Johnsons Woods Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $300 (47 Rentals)
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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 | $1,295 | $750 | $2,190 |
| Johnsons Woods 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,648 | $465 | $5,345 |
| Johnsons Woods 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,091 | $650 | $7,210 |
| Johnsons Woods 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,383 | $750 | $6,910 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at 5302 W Burnham St. 6 Unit priced from $795. 4611 W National Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Johnsons Woods apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5302 W Burnham St. 6 Unit | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| 4611 W National Ave | Studios | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Valley Forge | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| 3311 W Juneau Ave. (5 Unit) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Hawley Ridge Apartments | HAWL- 60% 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| 608 N 90th St | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| The Berkshire Senior Living | Unit E | 2BR,2BA | $1,250 |
| Heritage West Allis Senior | 2BD/1BA - Market Rate | 2BR,1BA | $1,301 |
| The Revv | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,324 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Johnsons Woods, WI
As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Johnsons Woods area is the $0.98 price per square foot 4552 W Wells St Model at 4552 W Wells St, Unit 6 in the in the National Park neighborhood starting from $1,175. The second greatest value Johnsons Woods apartment is the 531 S 74th St Model at 531 S 74th St, Unit 531 starting at $1,700 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Far West Side 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4552 W Wells St, Unit 6 | 4552 W Wells St | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 531 S 74th St, Unit 531 | 531 S 74th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| The Overlook Apartments | Floor Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| The Berkshire Senior Living | Unit E | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| 1962 S 92nd St, Unit Lower | 1962 S 92nd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Valley Forge | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 608 N 90th St | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Hawley Ridge Apartments | HAWL- 60% 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 4611 W National Ave | Studios | Studio ,1BA | $1.38 |
| 5302 W Burnham St. 6 Unit | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Johnsons Woods Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Johnsons Woods?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Johnsons Woods is under $1,324.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Johnsons Woods?
The cheapest apartment in Johnsons Woods is 5302 W Burnham St. 6 Unit which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Johnsons Woods costs $2,405.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Johnsons Woods?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Johnsons Woods that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Johnsons Woods?
Cheap apartments in Johnsons Woods have an average cost of $115 which is $2,290 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Johnsons Woods.
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