
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southgate Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $850 (25 Rentals)


2521 S 8th St

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Southgate, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southgate?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southgate Studio Apartments | $1,391 | $900 | $1,656 |
| Southgate 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,295 | $486 | $2,193 |
Southgate 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,543 | $850 | $3,670 |
| Southgate 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,709 | $1,200 | $2,945 |
| Southgate 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,545 | $1,495 | $1,595 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southgate Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southgate?
The cheapest apartment in Southgate is La Corona Apt which is listed at $1,011, while the average apartment in Southgate costs $1,692.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southgate?
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 102 regular apartments in Southgate 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 Southgate?
Cheap apartments in Southgate have an average cost of $490 which is $1,202 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southgate.
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