Cheap Homes for Rent in Near North Side Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $1,000 (11 Rentals)

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property at 705 E Center St

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Near North Side, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Near North Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near North Side area of Milwaukee, WI is a 3 Beds unit found at Ingram Place priced from $1,307. Rhythm has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,318. Here are the most affordable Near North Side apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ingram PlaceF50%3BR,2BA$1,307
RhythmTraveler StudioStudio,1BA$1,318
Northwood Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath, Affordable 50%1BR,1BA$1,330
Beerline B ApartmentsPlan 1.1 /.2/.31BR,1BA$1,396
FortressPalmer 031BR,1BA$1,625

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near North Side, WI

As of April 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Near North Side area is the $1.76 price per square foot Zen Model at Encore in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $2,293. The second greatest value Near North Side apartment is the F50% Model at Ingram Place starting at $1,307 with a $1.14 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
EncoreZen2BR,2BA$1.76
Ingram PlaceF50%3BR,2BA$1.14
Beerline B Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$2.33
3118 N 21st St, Unit Upper3118 N 21st St3BR,1BA$1.33
2407 N 6th St, Unit Rear Lower Unit2407 N 6th St2BR,1BA$1.23
Elevation 1659The Teton1BR,1BA$2.24
Brew Hill ApartmentsSW 2/12BR,1BA$2.18
Trostel Square1 Bed 1 Bath (A1)1BR,1BA$2.25
River HouseB11BR,1BA$2.80
FortressVine 261BR,1BA$2.83

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Near North Side, Milwaukee, WI

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Frequently Asked Questions about Near North Side

What type of rentals are currently available in Near North Side?

There are currently 166 Apartments for Rent in Near North Side, WI with pricing that ranges from $560 to $6,178. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Near North Side ranging from $1,000 to $2,850.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Near North Side?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Near North Side ranges from $1,000 to $2,850 with an average monthly rent of $1,645.

Expert Rental Resources

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Finding The Best Affordable Milwaukee Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Tim Brown

I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Growing up in the city and then just blocks outside the border, many Milwaukee neighborhoods have been home to friends and family for many years.

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The Top Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing for Milwaukee-Area College Students

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I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Growing up in the city and then blocks outside the border, many of the Milwaukee neighborhoods profiled here have been home to friends and family.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.