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Schuster Historic Lofts
1670 S 11th StMilwaukee, WI 53204
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southgate Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $400 (36 Rentals)
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1206 W Lincoln Ave
MilwaukeeWI53215
508 W Maple St
MilwaukeeWI53204
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$794 - $1,215Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Burnham Hill Apartments
1720 S 29th StMilwaukee, WI 53215
2474 S 5th Pl
MilwaukeeWI53207
1933 S 15th St
MilwaukeeWI53204
2012-2014-2014 W Lincoln Ave
MilwaukeeWI53215
2421 S 5th Pl
MilwaukeeWI53207
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2469 S 5th St
MilwaukeeWI53207
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The Landing at 1st Street
4601-4614 S 1st StMilwaukee, WI 53207
1949 S 23rd St
MilwaukeeWI53204
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$954 - $1,3211 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Oklahoma Gardens
3701 W Oklahoma AveMilwaukee, WI 53215
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4800 W Coldspring RdGreenfield, WI 53220
3811 S 35th St
GreenfieldWI53221
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4200 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 | $1,203 | $675 | $2,089 |
| Southgate 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,292 | $486 | $2,617 |
| Southgate 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,577 | $747 | $2,750 |
| Southgate 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,975 | $1,350 | $2,800 |
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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 Schuster Historic Lofts priced from $486. Corliss has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $623. Here are the most affordable Southgate apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schuster Historic Lofts | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $486 |
| Corliss | SAWYER | 1BR,1BA | $623 |
| 5302 W Burnham St. 6 Unit | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Burnham Hill Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $797 |
| The Landing at 1st Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $860 |
| 3130 S 48th St. - 8 Family | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Oklahoma Gardens | Juniper | 1BR,1BA | $956 |
| Southgate | Greenhouse | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| 3270 S 49th St | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Hide House Lofts Bayview | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,009 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, WI
As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southgate area is the $1.32 price per square foot Landing Model at Layton 1900 in the in the Far South Side neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Southgate apartment is the 4912 W. Oklahoma Ave. #1 Model at 4912 W Oklahoma Ave starting at $1,200 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Southwest 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layton 1900 | Landing | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 4912 W Oklahoma Ave | 4912 W. Oklahoma Ave. #1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Southgate | Alcove | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Schuster Historic Lofts | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.07 |
| 3270 S 49th St | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 4454 S 14th St. (12 Unit) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Hide House Lofts Bayview | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| The Alexander Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Alverno Pool Apartments | 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 5302 W Burnham St. 6 Unit | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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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 $1,009.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southgate?
The cheapest apartment in Southgate is Schuster Historic Lofts which is listed at $486, while the average apartment in Southgate costs $1,725.
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 40 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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!