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Chapel Garden Apartments
1495 S Layton BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53215
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1560 W Pierce StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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Becher Terrace (55+)
1800 W Becher StMilwaukee, WI 53215
1938 W Rogers St
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1720 S 29th StMilwaukee, WI 53215
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1957 S 11th StMilwaukee, 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 | $1,174 | $771 | $1,635 |
| Near South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,573 | $725 | $3,078 |
| Near South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,145 | $577 | $4,600 |
| Near South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,942 | $975 | $3,950 |
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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 Chapel Garden Apartments priced from $510. Becher Terrace (55+) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $655. Here are the most affordable Near South Side apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapel Garden Apartments | Lifestyle: Senior - 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $510 |
| Becher Terrace (55+) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $655 |
| Burnham Hill Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| 735 West by 3L Living | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| 421-425 Washington | 1bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Knitting Factory Loft Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,056 |
| Seven04 Place Apartments | 50% 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,136 |
| KinetiK | Rise | Studio,1BA | $1,360 |
| The Alexander Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Element Apartments | Gold | 1BR,1BA | $1,553 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near South Side, WI
As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Near South Side area is the $1.89 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 Baths Model at Mercantile Lofts in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Near South Side apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at The Alexander Lofts starting at $1,450 with a $1.47 price per square foot in the Near South Side 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercantile Lofts | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.89 |
| The Alexander Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Chapel Garden Apartments | Lifestyle: Senior - 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Jefferson Block Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath + Den - 972 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Boston Lofts | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Seven04 Place Apartments | 50% 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| The Buckler by 3L Living | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Knitting Factory Loft Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Becher Terrace (55+) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Burnham Hill Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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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 $1,553.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Near South Side?
The cheapest apartment in Near South Side is Chapel Garden Apartments which is listed at $510, while the average apartment in Near South Side costs $2,155.
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 17 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 $636 which is $1,519 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Near South Side.
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