Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rufus King Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $400 (67 Rentals)

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4446 N 28th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4446 N 28th St

4446 N 28th StMilwaukee, WI 53209
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Pine Tree Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Tree Apartments

4903 N 39th StMilwaukee, WI 53209
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Riverworks Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverworks Lofts

3372 N Holton StMilwaukee, WI 53212
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227-235 E Townsend St
1 Bedroom Apartments

227-235 E Townsend St

227-235 E Townsend StMilwaukee, WI 53212
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Continental House
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Continental House

5301 N Teutonia AveMilwaukee, WI 53209
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Parkhill Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Parkhill Apartments

535 W Concordia AveMilwaukee, WI 53212
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Park Hill Family
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Hill Family

540 W Ring StMilwaukee, WI 53212
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Riverwest Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverwest Terrace

1230 E Singer CirMilwaukee, WI 53212
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3827 N Humboldt Blvd
1 Bedroom Apartments

3827 N Humboldt Blvd

3827-3829 N Humboldt BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53212
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New Village
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

New Village

2718 N 18th StMilwaukee, WI 53206

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Rufus King, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rufus King Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rufus King area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at 2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit) priced from $695. Parkside Commons Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $698. Here are the most affordable Rufus King apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$695
Parkside Commons Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$698
4603 N 29th St - 6 unit1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$750
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$774
3827 N Humboldt Blvd1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$895
Bishops Creek Family Housing2x12BR,1BA$976
Silver Creek Village 55+ Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$990

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rufus King, WI

As of November 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rufus King area is the $0.89 price per square foot 312 E Townsend St Model at 312 E Townsend St, Unit 312 e. Townsend in the in the Brewer's Hill neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Rufus King apartment is the 4650 N 39th St Model at 4650 N 39th St, Unit 39th Street starting at $1,100 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rufus King apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
312 E Townsend St, Unit 312 e. Townsend312 E Townsend St3BR,1BA$0.89
4650 N 39th St, Unit 39th Street4650 N 39th St2BR,1BA$0.92
4370 N 28th St, Unit Upper4370 N 28th St2BR,1BA$0.88
3352 N Richards St3352 N Richards St2BR,1BA$1.04
800 E Chambers St./3010 N Fratney St. (6 U3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$1.10
512-524 E Henry Clay St - 12 Family2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.10
3718 N 2nd Ln, Unit 13718 N 2nd Ln2BR,1BA$0.95
Bishops Creek Family Housing2x12BR,1BA$1.12
4059 N 7th St, Unit 14059 N 7th St1BR,1BA$1.05
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.16

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rufus King, Milwaukee, WI

Ranked #123

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Rufus King, Milwaukee, WI

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Getting Around the Rufus King Neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

53 / 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 Rufus King Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Rufus King?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Rufus King is at Park Village Apartments listed at $999.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rufus King Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rufus King Apartment is $695 at 2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit).

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rufus King Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rufus King is starting from $976 at Bishops Creek Family Housing.

What is the most affordable Rufus King Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Rufus King Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 800 E Chambers St./3010 N Fratney St. (6 U and starts from $1,095.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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