2148 N 29th St
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Milwaukee Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $400 (21 Rentals)
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William A. Passavant Senior
2195 W State StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Johnson Legacy West
2920 W Highland BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53208
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Historic Lofts on Kilbourn
2200 W Kilbourn AveMilwaukee, WI 53233
2146 N 35th St
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2301-2303 W McKinley Ave, Unit 1BR Lower
2301-2303 W McKinley AveMilwaukee, WI 53205
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$938 - $1,5821 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
McKinley School Apartments, LLC
1320 N 21st StMilwaukee, WI 53205
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1626 N 28th St
MilwaukeeWI53208
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$976 - $1,2062 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Columbia Square
3331 W North AveMilwaukee, WI 53208
2145 N 29th St
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1350 N 36th St
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28 West Apartments List
2841 W Highland BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53208
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Boulevard Apartments
2830 W Highland BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53208
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3008 W State St
3008 W State StMilwaukee, WI 53208
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Cantona Court Apartments
936-944 N 25th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Highlander
2936 W Highland BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53208
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Highland Court
2725 W Highland BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53208
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Garfield Park Apartments
2200-2226 N 31st StMilwaukee, WI 53208
3111 W Walnut St
MilwaukeeWI53208
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3303-3311 W Juneau Ave
3303-3311 W Juneau AveMilwaukee, WI 53208
3109 W Walnut St
MilwaukeeWI53208
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Midtown Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown Milwaukee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Milwaukee Studio Apartments | $815 | $805 | $825 |
| Midtown Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $952 | $833 | $1,088 |
| Midtown Milwaukee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,120 | $950 | $1,372 |
| Midtown Milwaukee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,596 | $976 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available Midtown Milwaukee Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown Milwaukee area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at William A. Passavant Senior priced from $801. Johnson Legacy West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $805. Here are the most affordable Midtown Milwaukee apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| William A. Passavant Senior | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $801 |
| Johnson Legacy West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $805 |
| Historic Lofts on Kilbourn | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $833 |
| McKinley School Apartments, LLC | 2Bd/1Bth | 2BR,1BA | $948 |
| Columbia Square | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $976 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Milwaukee, WI
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown Milwaukee area is the $0.63 price per square foot 2Bd/1Bth Model at McKinley School Apartments, LLC in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $948. The second greatest value Midtown Milwaukee apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at Columbia Square starting at $976 with a $0.84 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown Milwaukee apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| McKinley School Apartments, LLC | 2Bd/1Bth | 2BR,1BA | $0.63 |
| Columbia Square | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| Historic Lofts on Kilbourn | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| William A. Passavant Senior | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| 2301-2303 W McKinley Ave, Unit 1BR Lower | 2301-2303 W McKinley Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Milwaukee Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown Milwaukee?
The cheapest apartment in Midtown Milwaukee is William A. Passavant Senior which is listed at $801, while the average apartment in Midtown Milwaukee costs $1,294.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown Milwaukee?
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 Midtown Milwaukee 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 Midtown Milwaukee?
Cheap apartments in Midtown Milwaukee have an average cost of $342 which is $952 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown Milwaukee.
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