Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Root Creek Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $300 (73 Rentals)

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Cherokee Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cherokee Village

4058 S 43rd StMilwaukee, WI 53220
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3235 S 48th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3235 S 48th St

3235 S 48th StMilwaukee, WI 53219
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Hamilton Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hamilton Manor

3700 S 61st StMilwaukee, WI 53220
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Hunters Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hunters Square

3180 W Dakota StMilwaukee, WI 53215
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4138 S 51st St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4138 S 51st St

4138 S 51st StMilwaukee, WI 53220
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Becher Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Becher Apartments

7726 W Becher StMilwaukee, WI 53219
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Parkway South
2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkway South

2433-2551 S 43rd StMilwaukee, WI 53219
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3130 S 48th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3130 S 48th St

3130 S 48th StMilwaukee, WI 53219
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PENN ARMS APARTMENTS
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

PENN ARMS APARTMENTS

7607 W Waterford AveMilwaukee, WI 53220
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3073 W Ruskin Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

3073 W Ruskin Ct

3073 W Ruskin CtMilwaukee, WI 53215
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Forrest Park
2 Bedroom Apartments

Forrest Park

3741 S 61st StMilwaukee, WI 53220
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6500 W Howard Avenue
2 Bedroom Apartments

6500 W Howard Avenue

6500 W Howard AveMilwaukee, WI 53220
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Whitnall Grove Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Whitnall Grove Apartments

8956-8980 W Forest Home AveMilwaukee, WI 53228
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51st and Coldspring
2 Bedroom Apartments

51st and Coldspring

4133 S 51st StMilwaukee, WI 53220
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Terrace Apartments I
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Terrace Apartments I

3218 S Landl LnMilwaukee, WI 53227
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5821 W Lincoln Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

5821 W Lincoln Ave

5821 W Lincoln AveMilwaukee, WI 53219
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Valley Green Townhomes
3 Bedroom Apartments

Valley Green Townhomes

8024 W Crawford AveMilwaukee, WI 53220
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3759 S 80th St
3 Bedroom Apartments

3759 S 80th St

3759 S 80th StMilwaukee, WI 53220
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3637 S 90th St
3 Bedroom Apartments

3637 S 90th St

3637 S 90th StMilwaukee, WI 53228
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4912 W Oklahoma Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

4912 W Oklahoma Ave

4912 W Oklahoma AveMilwaukee, WI 53219
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$995 - $1,099

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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3809 S 35th St

GreenfieldWI53221

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Root Creek, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Root Creek Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Root Creek area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Forest Arms Apartments priced from $925. Greenfield Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $985. Here are the most affordable Root Creek apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Forest Arms ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$925
Greenfield Village2 BD 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$985
Whitnall Grove Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,000
Woodland CourtTurquoise1BR,1BA$1,019
Loomis HillsArlington1BR,1BA$1,041
Toldt Terrace Apartments1bed1BR,1BA$1,050
Oklahoma GardensJuniper1BR,1BA$1,064
Prairie Hill Senior ApartmentsA2-502X12BR,1BA$1,073
Alverno Pool Apartments1B1B1BR,1BA$1,110
SouthgateGreenhouse1BR,1BA$1,123

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Root Creek, WI

As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Root Creek area is the $1.40 price per square foot 8821A Model at Bel-Oak Apartments in the in the Alcott Park neighborhood starting from $1,440. The second greatest value Root Creek apartment is the 2bed Model at Toldt Terrace Apartments starting at $1,245 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Alcott Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Root Creek apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bel-Oak Apartments8821A2BR,2BA$1.40
Toldt Terrace Apartments2bed2BR,1BA$1.30
Heritage Lake Senior Apartments 55+Two Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.22
9531 W Beloit Rd2 BD 1 BA2BR,1BA$1.30
Whitnall Grove Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.11
Greenfield Village2 BD 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.17
Woodland CourtRuby2BR,1BA$1.58
Prairie Hill Senior ApartmentsD4-601X11BR,1BA$1.49
Alverno Pool Apartments1B1B1BR,1BA$1.59
Forest Arms ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Root Creek, Milwaukee, WI

Ranked #122

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

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Wisconsin including Root Creek, Milwaukee, and the greater Milwaukee area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Root Creek Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Root Creek Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Root Creek Apartment is $925 at Forest Arms Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Root Creek Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Root Creek is starting from $985 at Greenfield Village.

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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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