
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near North Side Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $400 (31 Rentals)
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Legacy Lofts at the Blommer Ice Cream Factory

2465-A N 9th St

2457 N 1st St, Unit front rear unit

3019 N 9th St

The Residences at ThriveOn King
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2932 N Holton St

1531 N Jackson St

1919 N 11th St

3231-3233-3233 N Buffum St

2450 N Buffum St

2769-69A N 22nd St
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2753 N Holton St

2212 N Holton St

2212-2214-2214 N Holton St
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$1045– 1 BR, 1 BA Apartment, Heat Included
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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 | $1,587 | $650 | $2,845 |
| Near North Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,776 | $513 | $2,977 |
| Near North Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,222 | $612 | $4,230 |
| Near North Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,963 | $1,075 | $5,085 |
| Near North Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,681 | $950 | $2,895 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at The Residences at ThriveOn King priced from $956. Northwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $988. Here are the most affordable Near North Side apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Residences at ThriveOn King | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $956 |
| Northwood Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $988 |
| MLK Library Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Ingram Place | H50% | 3BR,2BA | $1,105 |
| Rhythm | Traveler Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,272 |
| Beerline B Apartments | Plan 1.1 /.2/.3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,396 |
| Avante Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,421 |
| Fortress | Style 17 | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near North Side, WI
As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Near North Side area is the $0.60 price per square foot 2457 N 1st St Model at 2457 N 1st St, Unit front rear unit in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Near North Side apartment is the 3 bedroom Model at Meadow Village starting at $1,635 with a $1.36 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2457 N 1st St, Unit front rear unit | 2457 N 1st St | 2BR,1BA | $0.60 |
| Meadow Village | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Ingram Place | C MR | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Trostel Square | 2 Bed 2 Bath (B5) | 2BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| 632 E Burleigh St, Unit 632 E. Burleigh St. | 632 E Burleigh St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Brew Hill Apartments | W4 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Avante Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| MLK Library Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| The Residences at ThriveOn King | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Northwood Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
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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
3.5Pet 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 $1,550.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Near North Side?
The cheapest apartment in Near North Side is The Residences at ThriveOn King which is listed at $956, while the average apartment in Near North Side costs $2,900.
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 10 regular apartments in Near North Side 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 Near North Side?
Cheap apartments in Near North Side have an average cost of $226 which is $2,674 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Near North Side.
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