
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverwest Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $500 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Riverwest area of Milwaukee.


Humboldt Apartments

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Riverwest, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverwest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverwest Studio Apartments | $1,525 | $720 | $1,709 |
| Riverwest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,705 | $513 | $3,302 |
| Riverwest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,130 | $785 | $3,233 |
| Riverwest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,683 | $1,233 | $5,038 |
| Riverwest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverwest Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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Cheapest Available Riverwest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverwest area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at RW Apartments I and II priced from $513. 3827 N Humboldt Blvd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Riverwest apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| RW Apartments I and II | 1x1 674sf | 1BR,1BA | $513 |
| 3827 N Humboldt Blvd | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| The Cambridge Place | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| 800 E Chambers St./3010 N Fratney St. (6 U | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Ingram Place | A50% | 3BR,2BA | $1,105 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverwest, WI
As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverwest area is the $1.25 price per square foot 3222 N Humboldt Blvd Model at 3222 N Humboldt Blvd, Unit Upper Front in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Riverwest apartment is the 2 Bed / 2.5 Bath Model at Row House 31 starting at $2,475 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverwest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3222 N Humboldt Blvd, Unit Upper Front | 3222 N Humboldt Blvd | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Row House 31 | 2 Bed / 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.60 |
| Ingram Place | C MR | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| 800 E Chambers St./3010 N Fratney St. (6 U | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 632 E Burleigh St, Unit 632 E. Burleigh St. | 632 E Burleigh St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Nine10@Land Place | Steel | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Humboldt Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Flats 1809 | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| RW Apartments I and II | 1x1 683sf | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 3827 N Humboldt Blvd | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
Getting Around the Riverwest Neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
85 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
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 Riverwest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Riverwest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Riverwest is under $1,400.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Riverwest?
The cheapest apartment in Riverwest is RW Apartments I and II which is listed at $513, while the average apartment in Riverwest costs $2,511.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Riverwest?
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 2 regular apartments in Riverwest 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 Riverwest?
Cheap apartments in Riverwest have an average cost of $275 which is $2,236 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Riverwest.
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