
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near North Side Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $400 (30 Rentals)
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Legacy Lofts at the Blommer Ice Cream Factory

City Place Apartments

2810 N Palmer St

1946 N 22nd St

1944-1946 N 22nd St

2808 N Palmer St
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3167 N Holton St

3218 N 1st St

2536 N Richards St

2621 N 15th St

The Residences at ThriveOn King

1600-1602-1602 N Jackson St

1919 N 11th St
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1748 N 18th St

400 E Meinecke Ave

2769-69A N 22nd St

2407 N 6th St

Walnut Park Apartments

The Griot Apartments

Ingram Place
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C.G. Robinson Terrace

Brewer's Hill

New Village

Brewer's Point Apartments

1655 N Van Buren St 6 unit

Historic Garfield

Meadow Village
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Welford Sanders Historic Lofts

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Near North Side, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Near North Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Near North Side Studio Apartments | $1,646 | $1,230 | $2,787 |
| Near North Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,748 | $560 | $3,060 |
| Near North Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,222 | $667 | $4,278 |
| Near North Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,657 | $863 | $3,460 |
| Near North Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,895 | $2,895 | $2,895 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Near North Side Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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Cheapest Available Near North Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near North Side area of Milwaukee, WI is a 2 Beds unit found at City Place Apartments priced from $1,195. Ingram Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,245. Here are the most affordable Near North Side apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Place Apartments | 2B1B | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Ingram Place | G MR | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| Rhythm | Traveler Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,283 |
| Northwood Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath, Affordable 50% | 1BR,1BA | $1,330 |
| Beerline B Apartments | Plan 1.1 /.2/.3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,396 |
| The North End | 1B4 | Studio,1BA | $1,438 |
| Encore | Ivy | 1BR,1BA | $1,581 |
| River House | A4 | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
| Fortress | Vine 22-23 | 1BR,1BA | $1,690 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near North Side, WI
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Near North Side area is the $1.40 price per square foot 2611 N Holton St Model at 2611 N Holton St, Unit 2611 in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Near North Side apartment is the 2BR/2BA Model at Beerline B Apartments starting at $2,230 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Near North Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2611 N Holton St, Unit 2611 | 2611 N Holton St | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Beerline B Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| City Place Apartments | 2B1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Elevation 1659 | The Teton | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Brew Hill Apartments | SW 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Ingram Place | E60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Trostel Square | 1 Bed 1 Bath (A1) | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| The North End | 1E | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| River House | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Encore | Ivy | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNear North Side, Milwaukee, WI
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Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Near North Side, Milwaukee, WI
Roosevelt Middle School of the Arts
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Near North Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Near North Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Near North Side is under $1,690.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Near North Side?
The cheapest apartment in Near North Side is Ingram Place which is listed at $1,245, while the average apartment in Near North Side costs $2,895.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Near North Side?
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 6 regular apartments in Near North Side that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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