
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Side Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $600 (21 Rentals)
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3100 S Griffin Ave, Unit LOWER

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352 E Rosedale Ave, Unit LOWER

2624 S Austin St

3386-3388 S Kinnickinnic Ave

701 E Norwich St

1000 E Waterford Ave
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619 E Dover St

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3347 S Kinnickinnic Ave

3815 S Clement Ave

3505 S Ellen St

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2867 S Kinnickinnic

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931 E Russell Ave

Clement Terrace

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Southeast Side, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,166 | $899 | $1,695 |
| Southeast Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,489 | $1,015 | $2,200 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Southeast Side Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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Cheapest Available Southeast Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Side area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Norwich East priced from $899. FairCrest Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $905. Here are the most affordable Southeast Side apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norwich East | 1B1BA | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| FairCrest Senior Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| 3047 S Howell Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| 3279 S Kinnickinnic Ave. (6 Unit) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Side, WI
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Side area is the $1.61 price per square foot 3100 S Griffin Ave Model at 3100 S Griffin Ave, Unit LOWER in the in the Far South Side neighborhood starting from $1,445. The second greatest value Southeast Side apartment is the 553 E Dover St Model at 553 E Dover St, Unit UPPER starting at $1,495 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the Southeast Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3100 S Griffin Ave, Unit LOWER | 3100 S Griffin Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| 553 E Dover St, Unit UPPER | 553 E Dover St | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| 3047 S Howell Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 3279 S Kinnickinnic Ave. (6 Unit) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| FairCrest Senior Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Norwich East | 1B1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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