
Cheap Homes for Rent in Old World Third Street Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $900 (20 Rentals)
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1835 N 2nd St, Unit 30

1835 N 2nd St, Unit 9

1835 N 2nd St, Unit 25

1835 N 2nd St, Unit 29

2436 N 1st St, Unit A
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2438 N 1st St

1669 N Humboldt Ave, Unit 3

1521 N Jefferson St

2518 N Humboldt Blvd

1541 N Jefferson St, Unit 121

1116 N 13th St
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1527 N Jackson St, Unit Maison de Van Gogh -Lower

1028 E Juneau Ave

1529 N Van Buren St, Unit B

400 E Meinecke Ave, Unit 400 E Meinecke

3817 N Humboldt Ave, Unit 5

270 E Highland Ave, Unit 215
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1454 N Franklin Pl, Unit Upper

2080 N Commerce St
Old World Third Street, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Old World Third Street?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old World Third Street 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,539 | $1,245 | $1,895 |
| Old World Third Street 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,986 | $1,345 | $3,099 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Old World Third Street Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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Cheapest Available Old World Third Street Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old World Third Street area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at RW Apartments I and II priced from $559. University Crossing I has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $685. Here are the most affordable Old World Third Street apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| RW Apartments I and II | 1x1 683sf | 1BR,1BA | $559 |
| University Crossing I | Studio | Studio,1BA | $685 |
| 1315 Cass | Front Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Fairmount Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Lakeside Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old World Third Street, WI
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old World Third Street area is the $0.60 price per square foot 2457 N 1st St Model at 2457 N 1st St, Unit front rear unit in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $900. The second greatest value Old World Third Street apartment is the 2B Model at Riverside Lofts starting at $1,730 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old World Third Street apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2457 N 1st St, Unit front rear unit | 2457 N 1st St | 2BR,1BA | $0.60 |
| Riverside Lofts | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Griot Apartments | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Michigan Street Commons | The Riverwalk | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| City Place Apartments | 2B1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 1608 N Franklin Pl., Unit Upper | 1608 N Franklin Pl. | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 1851 N Pulaski St, Unit B | 1851 N Pulaski St | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Marquee Communities | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Brewery Point | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Lancaster Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOld World Third Street, Milwaukee, WI
Ranked #23
Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Old World Third Street, Milwaukee, WI
Roosevelt Middle School of the Arts
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Frequently Asked Questions about Old World Third Street
What type of rentals are currently available in Old World Third Street?
There are currently 459 Apartments for Rent in Old World Third Street, WI with pricing that ranges from $522 to $16,127. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Old World Third Street ranging from $950 to $3,099.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Old World Third Street?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Old World Third Street ranges from $950 to $3,099 with an average monthly rent of $1,642.
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