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property at 2944 N 28th St

$1,195 - $1,295

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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2944 N 28th St

MilwaukeeWI53210

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Northwest Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

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 Edison School Apartments priced from $482. CWC Community Within the Corridor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable Northwest Milwaukee apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Edison School Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$482
CWC Community Within the CorridorBurleigh2BR,1BA$600
Aspen CrossingOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$740
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$774
Brook Lane Apartments1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$809
Harbor Pointe ApartmentsThe Galley1BR,1BA$873
MeetinghouseOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$960
Deerwood Crossing (JFS) and (II)1x1HOME1BR,1BA$966
Silver Creek Village 55+ Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$990

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Milwaukee, WI

As of January 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Milwaukee area is the $1.19 price per square foot 4348 N 90th St Model at 4348 N 90th St in the in the Capitol Heights neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Northwest Milwaukee apartment is the 2569 N 61st St Model at 2569 N 61st St, Unit 2569 starting at $1,450 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Milwaukee apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4348 N 90th St4348 N 90th St3BR,2BA$1.19
2569 N 61st St, Unit 25692569 N 61st St2BR,1BA$1.21
5950 N 69th St, Unit 59505950 N 69th St2BR,1BA$0.92
4370 N 28th St, Unit Upper4370 N 28th St2BR,1BA$0.96
3261-3263 N 26th St, Unit down3261-3263 N 26th St2BR,1BA$1.00
5733 W Birch Ave, Unit Duplex5733 W Birch Ave3BR,1BA$1.18
4900 N 40th St4900 N 40th St3BR,1BA$1.24
5135 N 31st St, Unit A5135 N 31st St3BR,1BA$1.22
Brook Lane Apartments1 Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.16
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.16

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Northwest Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI

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Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Northwest Milwaukee?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Northwest Milwaukee is at CWC Community Within the Corridor listed at $854.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Milwaukee Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Milwaukee Apartment is $482 at Edison School Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northwest Milwaukee Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwest Milwaukee is starting from $600 at CWC Community Within the Corridor.

What is the most affordable Northwest Milwaukee Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Northwest Milwaukee Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aspen Crossing and starts from $950.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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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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.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.