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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 (10 Rentals)
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Sheboygan Riverwalk Apartment Homes
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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Waterview of Sheboygan Senior Apartments
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 | $936 | $849 | $1,270 |
| South Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,146 | $479 | $1,900 |
| South Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,518 | $949 | $2,350 |
| South Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,414 | $900 | $2,220 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Central Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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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 |
| The Club at Oak Creek | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $849 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central, WI
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Central area is the $1.00 price per square foot 812 Swift Ave Model at 812 Swift Ave, Unit 812 in the in the Weeden Creek neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value South Central apartment is the 1126 Swift Ave Model at 1126 Swift Ave, Unit 1126 Swift Ave 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. |
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| 812 Swift Ave, Unit 812 | 812 Swift Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1126 Swift Ave, Unit 1126 Swift Ave | 1126 Swift Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Sheboygan Riverwalk Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 828-102 | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Garton Toy Factory | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Union Square | 2 Bed 1 Bath Lower | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 1945 N 15th St, Unit Lower | 1945 N 15th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| The Press Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Badger State Lofts | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (60% Income Restrictions Apply) | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Saint Clair Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 1330 N 12th St. (9 Unit) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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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 $1,150.
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 $1,424.
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 15 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 $293 which is $1,131 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Central.
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