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Schuster Historic Lofts
1670 S 11th StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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135 E Becher StMilwaukee, WI 53207
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1608 W Lincoln AveMilwaukee, WI 53215
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1720 S 29th StMilwaukee, WI 53215
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4529 S 23rd StMilwaukee, WI 53221
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2615 S Greeley StMilwaukee, WI 53207
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1952 S 24th St, Unit 1952A
1952 S 24th StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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3000 W Howard AveMilwaukee, WI 53221
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3270 S 49th StMilwaukee, WI 53219
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2132 S 23rd StMilwaukee, WI 53215
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4058 S 43rd StMilwaukee, WI 53220
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1418 W Mitchell StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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2727 S 13th StMilwaukee, WI 53215
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1800 W Becher StMilwaukee, WI 53215
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3235 S 48th StMilwaukee, WI 53219
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3325 S 26th StMilwaukee, WI 53215
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5302 W Burnham St
5302 W Burnham StMilwaukee, WI 53219
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3180 W Dakota StMilwaukee, WI 53215
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4138 S 51st St
4138 S 51st StMilwaukee, WI 53220
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Golden Domes
1620 S 6th StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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Parkway South
2433-2551 S 43rd StMilwaukee, WI 53219
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3130 S 48th St
3130 S 48th StMilwaukee, WI 53219
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La Corona Apt
1655 S 3rd StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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3073 W Ruskin CtMilwaukee, WI 53215
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710 W Historic Mitchell StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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2501-2505 S 44th StMilwaukee, WI 53219
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2467 S Burrell StMilwaukee, WI 53207
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4800 W Coldspring RdGreenfield, WI 53220
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4057 S 35th StGreenfield, WI 53221
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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 | $1,356 | $795 | $1,688 |
| Southgate 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,242 | $486 | $2,193 |
| Southgate 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,484 | $659 | $3,289 |
| Southgate 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,793 | $1,095 | $2,695 |
| Southgate 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $1,600 | $1,700 |
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Cheapest Available Southgate Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southgate area of Milwaukee, WI is a 2 Beds unit found at Corliss priced from $659. Burnham Hill Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $946. Here are the most affordable Southgate apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corliss | Steamline - 40% AMI | 2BR,2BA | $659 |
| Burnham Hill Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $946 |
| Loomis Hills | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $959 |
| Layton Grove | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $966 |
| Hide House Lofts Bayview | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $968 |
| Southgate | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| La Corona Apt | 2 Bedroom HUD | 2BR,1BA | $1,011 |
| Southport Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,090 |
| 51st Street 8 Families | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, WI
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southgate area is the $1.50 price per square foot Woodview Model at American Colony in the in the Far South Side neighborhood starting from $1,647. The second greatest value Southgate apartment is the 2805 S 7th St Model at 2805 S 7th St, Unit 2805 starting at $1,350 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the National Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southgate apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Colony | Woodview | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| 2805 S 7th St, Unit 2805 | 2805 S 7th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Oklahoma Gardens | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 48 on Cold Spring | Two Bedroom/ One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 4454 S 14th St. (12 Unit) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| 1608 W Lincoln Ave, Unit #2 | 1608 W Lincoln Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 51st Street 8 Families | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Hide House Lofts Bayview | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| La Corona Apt | 2 Bedroom HUD | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Alverno Pool Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
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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 Burnham Hill Apartments which is listed at $946, while the average apartment in Southgate costs $1,650.
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 57 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 $584 which is $1,066 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southgate.
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