Cheap Homes for Rent in Midtown Milwaukee Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $900 (2 Rentals)

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Midtown Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Milwaukee, WI

As of May 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown Milwaukee area is the $2.10 price per square foot C1 - 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at 321 Jefferson in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Midtown Milwaukee apartment is the 2Bd/1Bth Model at McKinley School Apartments, LLC starting at $948 with a $0.63 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
321 JeffersonC1 - 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath Townhome3BR,2.5BA$2.10
McKinley School Apartments, LLC2Bd/1Bth2BR,1BA$0.63
Columbia Square1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.77
River Parkway Senior Apts & Family Townhomes2A Market Rate 55+2BR,1BA$1.94
239 E Chicago StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.04
RhythmTerrace StudioStudio ,1BA$2.64

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Frequently Asked Questions about Midtown Milwaukee

What type of rentals are currently available in Midtown Milwaukee?

There are currently 85 Apartments for Rent in Midtown Milwaukee, WI with pricing that ranges from $840 to $4,298. There are also 6 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Midtown Milwaukee ranging from $995 to $1,990.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Midtown Milwaukee?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Midtown Milwaukee ranges from $995 to $1,990 with an average monthly rent of $1,453.

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