Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Root Creek Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $400 (16 Rentals)
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Root Creek, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Root Creek?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Root Creek Studio Apartments | $1,260 | $1,133 | $1,337 |
Root Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,192 | $875 | $2,502 |
Root Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,553 | $1,025 | $8,171 |
Root Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,955 | $1,370 | $4,804 |
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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 2232 S. 96th St. priced from $765. Forest Arms Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Root Creek apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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2232 S. 96th St. | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
Forest Arms Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
Southgate | Alcove | 1BR,1BA | $993 |
3270 S 49th St | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Willowick | 1 Bed 1 Bath Upper | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Root Creek, WI
As of August 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Root Creek area is the $1.11 price per square foot 4270 S 68th St Model at 4270 S 68th St, Unit Lower in the in the Alcott Park neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Root Creek apartment is the Two Bedroom Deluxe Model at Heritage Lake Senior Apartments 55+ starting at $1,140 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Gra-Ram neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Root Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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4270 S 68th St, Unit Lower | 4270 S 68th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Heritage Lake Senior Apartments 55+ | Two Bedroom Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
Prairie Hill Senior Apartments | A-602X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
7319 W Tripoli Ave, Unit 2 | 7319 W Tripoli Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Howard Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
48 on Cold Spring | Two Bedroom/ One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
3270 S 49th St | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
51st Street 8 Families | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
English Meadows Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom - 720 Sq Ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Forest Arms Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRoot Creek, Milwaukee, WI
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Getting Around the Root Creek Neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI
Walk Score®
64 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
61 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
43 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 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 $765 at 2232 S. 96th St..
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 $1,025 at Forest Arms Apartments.
What is the most affordable Root Creek Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Root Creek Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 8900-8916 W Howard Ave and starts from $1,695.
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