
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Milwaukee Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $400 (112 Rentals)
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GARDEN PLACE APARTMENTS

Gorman Homes

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Brook Lane Apartments

Aspen Crossing

2500 W Fond du Lac Ave

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9015 W Bender Ave, Unit #4

GARDEN TERRACE SENIOR APARTMENTS

3812 W Villard Ave

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2822 W Atkinson Ave, Unit Apartment
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2729 N 27th St

5347 N Sherman Blvd

3128 N 38th St

5951 N 37th St

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Sycamore Place Apartments

5116 N 32nd St

Riverwood Court Apartments

5953 N 37th St

3324 N 27th St

3150 N 39th St
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Harbor Pointe Apartments

4203-4203 W Fond du Lac Ave

2819 N 49th St

2821 N 49th St

Meetinghouse

Aspenwood Glen Senior Apartments

Lisbon Court

Parkview

3628-3630-3630 N 39th St

9401 W Calumet Rd
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4959 N 38th St

2722 N 48th St

FIFTY101 Apartments

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3758 N 41st St, Unit 1

Bradley Place Townhomes

3072 N 49th St

Mayfair Apartments

6320-6330 N 91st St

3724 N 55th St

5831 N 76th St
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3287 N 49th St

9729 - 9739 W Hampton Ave

5950 N 69th St, Unit 5950

2904-2906-2906 N 27th St

2421-2423-2423 W Finn Pl

Glenbrook Apartments

Rivercourt Apartments

Apple Lane

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5864 N 84th St, Unit 4

6910 W Center St
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Northwest Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest Milwaukee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Milwaukee Studio Apartments | $1,277 | $754 | $1,535 |
| Northwest Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,310 | $482 | $3,686 |
| Northwest Milwaukee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,606 | $577 | $5,030 |
| Northwest Milwaukee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,058 | $753 | $4,934 |
| Northwest Milwaukee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,688 | $870 | $3,614 |
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There are currently 112 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwest Milwaukee Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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Cheapest Available Northwest Milwaukee Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Milwaukee area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at GARDEN PLACE APARTMENTS priced from $490. Deerwood Crossing (JFS) and (II) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $720. Here are the most affordable Northwest Milwaukee apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| GARDEN PLACE APARTMENTS | 1 BED 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $490 |
| Deerwood Crossing (JFS) and (II) | Studio-0X1A | Studio,1BA | $720 |
| Aspen Crossing | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Gorman Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $774 |
| Brook Lane Apartments | 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
| Sycamore Place Apartments | SP0-1P.1 | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Meetinghouse | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $958 |
| Aspenwood Glen Senior Apartments | 21G-60 | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Milwaukee, WI
As of March 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Milwaukee area is the $0.47 price per square foot 3758 N 41st St Model at 3758 N 41st St, Unit 1 in the in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Northwest Milwaukee apartment is the Locust Model at CWC Community Within the Corridor starting at $1,271 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Milwaukee apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3758 N 41st St, Unit 1 | 3758 N 41st St | 1BR,1BA | $0.47 |
| CWC Community Within the Corridor | Locust | 3BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| 4042 N 100th St | 4042 N 100th St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| 4370 N 28th St, Unit Upper | 4370 N 28th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 5950 N 69th St, Unit 5950 | 5950 N 69th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| GARDEN PLACE APARTMENTS | 2 BED 1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| Glenbrook Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| 9015 W Bender Ave, Unit #4 | 9015 W Bender Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Brook Lane Apartments | 1 Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Gorman Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
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Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in areas across the United States, including Milwaukee. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Milwaukee Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northwest Milwaukee?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northwest Milwaukee is under $960.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwest Milwaukee?
The cheapest apartment in Northwest Milwaukee is GARDEN PLACE APARTMENTS which is listed at $490, while the average apartment in Northwest Milwaukee costs $1,585.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwest Milwaukee?
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 50 regular apartments in Northwest Milwaukee 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 Northwest Milwaukee?
Cheap apartments in Northwest Milwaukee have an average cost of $562 which is $1,023 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest Milwaukee.
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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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
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