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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southgate Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $300 (40 Rentals)
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$655 - $8501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Becher Terrace (55+)
1800 W Becher StMilwaukee, WI 53215
1832 S 18th St
MilwaukeeWI53204
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2501-2503 S 11th St. / 1105 W Arthur Ave.
2501-2503-2503 S 11th StMilwaukee, WI 53215
2474 S 5th Pl
MilwaukeeWI53207
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2031-2033 S 15th Pl.
2031-2033-2033 S 15th PlMilwaukee, WI 53204
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$850 - $1,200Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Seaway Terrace Apartments
4601-4614 S 1st StMilwaukee, WI 53207
1726 S 15th St
MilwaukeeWI53204
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2934 S 9th St
MilwaukeeWI53215
2445 S 5th Pl
MilwaukeeWI53207
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2828 S 48th St
MilwaukeeWI53219
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3238 S 7th St
MilwaukeeWI53215
1435 W Arthur Ave
MilwaukeeWI53215
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5623 W Lapham St
West AllisWI53214
3811 S 35th St
GreenfieldWI53221
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48 on Cold Spring
4800 W Coldspring RdGreenfield, WI 53220
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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 | $1,521 | $695 | $2,125 |
| Southgate 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,318 | $500 | $2,540 |
| Southgate 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $795 | $3,800 |
| Southgate 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,728 | $1,050 | $3,375 |
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Cheapest Available Southgate Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southgate area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Becher Terrace (55+) priced from $655. Seaway Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Southgate apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Becher Terrace (55+) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $655 |
| Seaway Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Southgate | Alcove | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| 3270 S 49th St | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Hide House Lofts Bayview | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,009 |
| Clare Heights Senior Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,035 |
| Oklahoma Gardens | Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $1,038 |
| Southport Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
| 51st Street 8 Families | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, WI
As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southgate area is the $1.08 price per square foot 1324 W Holt Ave Model at 1324 W Holt Ave, Unit 1324A Upper in the in the Far South Side neighborhood starting from $1,295. The second greatest value Southgate apartment is the Delta Model at Layton 1900 starting at $1,425 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Far South Side 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1324 W Holt Ave, Unit 1324A Upper | 1324 W Holt Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Layton 1900 | Delta | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Corliss | Two Bedroom - One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| 4244 S 51st St, Unit 201 | 4244 S 51st St | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Clare Heights Senior Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| 3270 S 49th St | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 51st Street 8 Families | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Hide House Lofts Bayview | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Southgate | Modern | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Becher Terrace (55+) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
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Getting Around the Southgate Neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
50 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southgate Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southgate?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southgate is under $1,050.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southgate?
The cheapest apartment in Southgate is Becher Terrace (55+) which is listed at $655, while the average apartment in Southgate costs $1,550.
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 13 regular apartments in Southgate that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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