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Berkshire Sheboygan Riverfront
1009 S 10th StSheboygan, WI 53081
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Central Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $400 (11 Rentals)
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Fireside Apartments
1313 S 11th StSheboygan, WI 53081
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828 N 10th StSheboygan, WI 53081
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2420 Camelot Boulevard
2420 Camelot BlvdSheboygan, WI 53081
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Alpine Apartments
1703 Illinois AveSheboygan, WI 53081
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Mapledale Village Senior
4122 Driftwood CtSheboygan, WI 53081
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Country Village Apartments
4303 Thielman DrSheboygan, WI 53081
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1330 N 12th St. (9 Unit)
1330 N 12th StSheboygan, WI 53081
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1009 S 14th StSheboygan, WI 53081
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Taylor Park Apartments 55+
826 Taylor PkySheboygan, WI 53081
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910 N 10th StSheboygan, WI 53081
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South Central, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Studio Apartments | $1,055 | $849 | $1,595 |
| South Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,193 | $479 | $1,845 |
| South Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,504 | $920 | $2,895 |
| South Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,563 | $1,050 | $3,195 |
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Cheapest Available South Central Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Berkshire Sheboygan Riverfront priced from $475. 1330 N 12th St. (9 Unit) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable South Central apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkshire Sheboygan Riverfront | Senior 55+ - 1A | 1BR,1BA | $475 |
| 1330 N 12th St. (9 Unit) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Badger State Lofts | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (60% Income Restrictions Apply) | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Club at Oak Creek | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Gateway Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $974 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central, WI
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Central area is the $0.92 price per square foot 1621 Cambridge Ave Model at 1621 Cambridge Ave, Unit upoer in the in the Cooper neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value South Central apartment is the 701 Clara Ave Model at 701 Clara Ave, Unit 701 starting at $1,300 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Weeden Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1621 Cambridge Ave, Unit upoer | 1621 Cambridge Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| 701 Clara Ave, Unit 701 | 701 Clara Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Sheboygan Riverwalk Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 1179 | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 703 Clara Ave, Unit 703 | 703 Clara Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 2130 S 15th St, Unit A | 2130 S 15th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 1224 Saint Clair Ave, Unit 1224 A | 1224 Saint Clair Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Garton Toy Factory | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| 1027 Saint Clair Ave, Unit A | 1027 Saint Clair Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 1416 Lincoln Ave, Unit Lower | 1416 Lincoln Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Badger State Lofts | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (60% Income Restrictions Apply) | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Central Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Central?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Central is under $1,040.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Central?
The cheapest apartment in South Central is Berkshire Sheboygan Riverfront which is listed at $475, while the average apartment in South Central costs $1,449.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Central?
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 8 regular apartments in South Central 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 South Central?
Cheap apartments in South Central have an average cost of $225 which is $1,224 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Central.
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