
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Central Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $400 (9 Rentals)
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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 |
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South Central Studio Apartments | $1,008 | $840 | $1,160 |
South Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,126 | $414 | $1,624 |
South Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,461 | $850 | $2,295 |
South Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,401 | $1,003 | $1,700 |
South Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,519 | $1,519 | $1,519 |
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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 2 Beds unit found at Berkshire Sheboygan Riverfront priced from $909. The Club at Oak Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable South Central apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Berkshire Sheboygan Riverfront | 2D | 2BR,1BA | $909 |
The Club at Oak Creek | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
The Corridor | 1B1B Shale J | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central, WI
As of July 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Central area is the $1.19 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Lower Fireplace Model at Union Square in the in the Near North neighborhood starting from $1,449. The second greatest value South Central apartment is the 2 Beds, 1.5 baths Model at Wynswept starting at $1,295 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Near North 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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Union Square | 2 Bed 2 Bath Lower Fireplace | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
Wynswept | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
Luxe Sheboygan Luxury Apartments | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
Meadowland Villas | 2 Bed 2 Bath Upper 1 Car Garage 1115 | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
The Press Apartments | 2B/2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
7Penn | Lakefront Bay | 2BR,2BA | $1.83 |
1224 Saint Clair Ave, Unit 1224 A | 1224 Saint Clair Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Garton Toy Factory | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
Berkshire Sheboygan Riverfront | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
The Corridor | 1B1B Shale J | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Central, Milwaukee, WI
Ranked #98
Among neighborhoods in Milwaukee, WI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the South Central Neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI
Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
65 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
29 / 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 South Central Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Central?
The cheapest apartment in South Central is The Club at Oak Creek which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in South Central costs $1,519.
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 34 regular apartments in South Central that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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