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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Martin Drive Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $300 (85 Rentals)
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$650 - $1,2002 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes
3940 W Lisbon AveMilwaukee, WI 53208
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$655 - $845Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Tioga Apartments
841 N 15th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Gorman Homes
3412 W Fond du Lac AveMilwaukee, WI 53210
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$675 - $1,295Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
The Ardmore Apartments
711 16th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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$695Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Golden Eagle Flats
601 N 20th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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$705 - $975Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Marquee Communities
936 N 15th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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$725 - $1,150Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Johnson Legacy East Apartments
2434 W Wells StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Woods View Apartments
5511 W National AveMilwaukee, WI 53214
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2876 N 26th St
MilwaukeeWI53206
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Legacy Lofts at the Blommer Ice Cream Factory
1540 W North AveMilwaukee, WI 53205
852 N 15th St
MilwaukeeWI53233
2517 W Garfield Ave
MilwaukeeWI53205
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$800 - $1,100Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Himount Gardens
2325 N 50th StMilwaukee, WI 53210
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$825 - $925Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
4611 W National Ave
4611 W National AveMilwaukee, WI 53214
1143 S 25th St
MilwaukeeWI53204
653 S 69th St
MilwaukeeWI53214
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$854 - $1,736Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
CWC Community Within the Corridor
3100 W Center StMilwaukee, WI 53210
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$864 - $1,5951 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
McKinley School Apartments, LLC
1320 N 21st StMilwaukee, WI 53205
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$870 - $1,540Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Clybourn Place
510 N 20th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
1710 W Mineral St
MilwaukeeWI53204
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Martin Drive, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Martin Drive?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martin Drive Studio Apartments | $989 | $655 | $2,500 |
| Martin Drive 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,225 | $465 | $1,875 |
| Martin Drive 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,418 | $650 | $2,244 |
| Martin Drive 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,699 | $750 | $3,800 |
| Martin Drive 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $870 | $1,750 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 85 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Martin Drive Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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Cheapest Available Martin Drive Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Martin Drive area of Milwaukee, WI is a Studio unit found at University Crossing I priced from $685. McGuire Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Martin Drive apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Crossing I | Studio | Studio,1BA | $685 |
| McGuire Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| 708-714 N 26th St/2532-2534 W Wisconsin Ave. (17 Units) | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Marquee Communities | Studio | Studio,1BA | $705 |
| Johnson Legacy East Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| 2448 W Killbourn St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| University Crossing II | Studio | Studio,1BA | $755 |
| Gorman Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $774 |
| Himount Gardens | Efficiency Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Martin Drive, WI
As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Martin Drive area is the $0.83 price per square foot 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at University Row in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value Martin Drive apartment is the 3Bd/2Bth Model at McKinley School Apartments, LLC starting at $1,307 with a $1.02 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Martin Drive apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| University Row | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| McKinley School Apartments, LLC | 3Bd/2Bth | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| 2569 N 61st St, Unit 2569 | 2569 N 61st St | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Grand Avenue Lofts | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 3726 W Dorothy Pl, Unit A | 3726 W Dorothy Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Knitting Factory Loft Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 2776 N 53rd St, Unit Upper | 2776 N 53rd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 318 N 41st St, Unit 318B | 318 N 41st St | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Gorman Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 2448 W Killbourn St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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Public School - Grades 9-12 (989)
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Getting Around the Martin Drive Neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Martin Drive Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Martin Drive?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Martin Drive is under $800.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Martin Drive?
The cheapest apartment in Martin Drive is 2448 W Killbourn St which is listed at $745, while the average apartment in Martin Drive costs $9,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Martin Drive?
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 20 regular apartments in Martin Drive 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 Martin Drive?
Cheap apartments in Martin Drive have an average cost of $383 which is $8,617 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Martin Drive.
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Everything is a negotiation in real estate!