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$486 - $1,350Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Schuster Historic Lofts
1670 S 11th StMilwaukee, WI 53204
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near South Side Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $400 (30 Rentals)
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508 W Maple St
MilwaukeeWI53204
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$794 - $1,215Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Burnham Hill Apartments
1720 S 29th StMilwaukee, WI 53215
2474 S 5th Pl
MilwaukeeWI53207
1933 S 15th St
MilwaukeeWI53204
2469 S 5th St
MilwaukeeWI53207
522 W National Ave
MilwaukeeWI53204
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2421 S 5th Pl
MilwaukeeWI53207
1143 S 25th St
MilwaukeeWI53204
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1710 W Mineral St
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1949 S 23rd St
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
1921-1923 W Greenfield Ave. (5 Unit)
1921-1923 W Greenfield AveMilwaukee, WI 53204
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Near South Side, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Near South Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Near South Side Studio Apartments | $1,328 | $794 | $2,500 |
| Near South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,365 | $486 | $2,780 |
| Near South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,715 | $795 | $3,000 |
| Near South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,182 | $1,298 | $4,317 |
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Cheapest Available Near South Side Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near South Side area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Schuster Historic Lofts priced from $486. Burnham Hill Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $794. Here are the most affordable Near South Side apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schuster Historic Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $486 |
| Burnham Hill Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $794 |
| 1921-1923 W Greenfield Ave. (5 Unit) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Seven04 Place Apartments | 50% 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $941 |
| Knitting Factory Loft Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,147 |
| The Alexander Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Element Apartments | Xenon | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Granary Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Brix Apartment Lofts | One Bedroom A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Taxco Apartments | 1D | 1BR,1BA | $1,655 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near South Side, WI
As of December 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Near South Side area is the $1.67 price per square foot 1224 S Cesar E Chavez Dr Model at 1224 S Cesar E Chavez Dr, Unit B in the in the Near South Side neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Near South Side apartment is the N Model at Serif MKE starting at $2,400 with a $2.12 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Near South Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1224 S Cesar E Chavez Dr, Unit B | 1224 S Cesar E Chavez Dr | Studio ,2BA | $1.67 |
| Serif MKE | N | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| 1921-1923 W Greenfield Ave. (5 Unit) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Granary Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.98 |
| Mercantile Lofts | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| Knitting Factory Loft Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Schuster Historic Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.07 |
| The Alexander Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Seven04 Place Apartments | 50% 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Burnham Hill Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Near South Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Near South Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Near South Side is under $1,655.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Near South Side?
The cheapest apartment in Near South Side is Schuster Historic Lofts which is listed at $486, while the average apartment in Near South Side costs $1,930.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Near South 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 9 regular apartments in Near South 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 South Side?
Cheap apartments in Near South Side have an average cost of $181 which is $1,749 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Near South Side.
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Everything is a negotiation in real estate!