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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 (25 Rentals)
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$559 - $1,2501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Chapel Garden Apartments
1495 S Layton BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53215
2319 S 17th St
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2435 S 9th St
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2621 W Pierce St
2621 W Pierce StMilwaukee, WI 53204
1710 W Mineral St
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Seven04 Place Apartments
704 W National AveMilwaukee, WI 53204
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1630 W National Ave
1630 W National AveMilwaukee, WI 53204
3102 W Scott St
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Burnham Hill Apartments
1720 S 29th StMilwaukee, WI 53215
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3030-3032 W Pierce St
3030-3032 W Pierce StMilwaukee, WI 53215
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Wyngate Apartments
3006-3014 W Pierce StMilwaukee, WI 53215
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Maria Linden Senior Apartments
2735 W Greenfield AveMilwaukee, WI 53215
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Clarke Square Terrace (55+)
1740 W Pierce StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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Paper Box Lofts
1560 W Pierce StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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1608 S 23rd St
1608 S 23rd StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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Walker Apartments
1219 W Walker StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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Mitchell Pointe
1418 W Mitchell StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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Becher Terrace (55+)
1800 W Becher StMilwaukee, WI 53215
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Clarke Square Apartments
2331 W Vieau PlMilwaukee, WI 53204
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Clarke Square Apartments
2330 W Mineral StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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Golden Domes
1620 S 6th StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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La Corona Apt
1655 S 3rd StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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1921-1923 W Greenfield Ave
1921-1923 W Greenfield AveMilwaukee, WI 53204
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Kunzelmann-Esser Lofts
710 W Historic Mitchell 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 | $1,140 | $880 | $1,400 |
| Near South Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,463 | $486 | $2,623 |
| Near South Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,993 | $895 | $3,840 |
| Near South Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,981 | $950 | $4,062 |
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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. Seven04 Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $941. 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 |
| Seven04 Place Apartments | 50% 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $941 |
| 1630 W National Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Burnham Hill Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $966 |
| La Corona Apt | 2 Bedroom HUD | 2BR,1BA | $1,011 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near South Side, WI
As of March 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Near South Side area is the $0.72 price per square foot 1032 S 23rd St Model at 1032 S 23rd St, Unit 1032 S 23rd St in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Near South Side apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at The Block starting at $2,800 with a $1.59 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1032 S 23rd St, Unit 1032 S 23rd St | 1032 S 23rd St | 5BR,1BA | $0.72 |
| The Block | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Element Apartments | Titanium | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| Granary Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Knitting Factory Loft Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Schuster Historic Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.07 |
| The Alexander Lofts | 1 Bedroom Townhome | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.85 |
| La Corona Apt | 2 Bedroom HUD | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Seven04 Place Apartments | 50% 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Burnham Hill Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Near South Side Apartments
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 $1,900.
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 7 regular apartments in Near South Side that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Finding The Best Affordable Milwaukee Neighborhoods to Rent
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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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
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.