Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Park West Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $300 (136 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
Learn more about Lifestyle Search
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Park West area of Milwaukee.

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

Read Article

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

Read Article

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

Read Article

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

Read Article

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

Read Article
Showing Results 1-50, Page 1 of 3

Park West, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Park West Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Park West area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at MLK Library Apartments priced from $513. 2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $550. Here are the most affordable Park West apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MLK Library Apartments1x1-PBV1BR,1BA$513
2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit)0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$550
University Crossing IStudioStudio,1BA$685
McGuire FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$695
Brewer's HillEfficiencyStudio,1BA$710
Johnson Legacy East ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$725
Tioga ApartmentsCorner StudioStudio,1BA$725
University Crossing IIStudioStudio,1BA$755
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$774

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Park West, WI

As of August 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Park West area is the $0.53 price per square foot Townhome Model at Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes in the in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Park West apartment is the 2457 N 1st St Model at 2457 N 1st St, Unit front back starting at $900 with a $0.60 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Park West apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Rooted & Rising Apartments & TownhomesTownhome3BR,2.5BA$0.53
2457 N 1st St, Unit front back2457 N 1st St1BR,1BA$0.60
2970 N 37th St, Unit 2972 N 37th Street2970 N 37th St3BR,1BA$0.71
106-108 W Keefe Ave, Unit Rear Upper106-108 W Keefe Ave2BR,1BA$0.88
Meadow Village3 bedroom3BR,2BA$1.05
106 W Keefe Ave, Unit 4106 W Keefe Ave2BR,1BA$0.88
2929 N 18th St, Unit Lower Unit2929 N 18th St2BR,1BA$0.86
The GermaniaTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.16
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.16
1221 W Atkinson Ave, Unit #11221 W Atkinson Ave1BR,1BA$1.14

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Park West, Milwaukee, WI

Ranked #55

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

decorative image of woman handing cat to small boy

Best Local Schools in
Park West, Milwaukee, WI

School data provided by Great Schools

Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for East Central Milwaukee, WI. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Park West Neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI

Walk Score®

69 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

54 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Park West Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Park West?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Park West is under $774.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Park West?

The cheapest apartment in Park West is MLK Library Apartments which is listed at $513, while the average apartment in Park West costs $9,000.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Park West?

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 37 regular apartments in Park West 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 Park West?

Cheap apartments in Park West have an average cost of $394 which is $8,606 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Park West.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

decorative image for Finding The Best Affordable Milwaukee Neighborhoods to Rent article

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.

decorative image for The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro article

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

decorative image for Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting article

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

decorative image for Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls article

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.