
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Southgate Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $811 (12 Rentals)
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1569 S 10th St

3145 S 47th St

1562 S 7th St

2217A S 19th St

2132 S 23rd St, Unit lower
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Southgate, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Southgate?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southgate 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,431 | $811 | $2,300 |
| Southgate 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,700 | $1,047 | $2,400 |
| Southgate 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southgate Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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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 3130 S 48th St. - 8 Family priced from $875. 2467 S Burrell St 6 unit has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Southgate apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3130 S 48th St. - 8 Family | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| 2467 S Burrell St 6 unit | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Beloit Road Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| The Landing at 1st Street | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Burnham Hill Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $910 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, WI
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southgate area is the $1.12 price per square foot 424 W Harrison Ave Model at 424 W Harrison Ave, Unit 424 in the in the National Park neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Southgate apartment is the 5214 W Forest Home Ave Model at 5214 W Forest Home Ave, Unit 101 starting at $1,250 with a $1.09 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 424 W Harrison Ave, Unit 424 | 424 W Harrison Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| 5214 W Forest Home Ave, Unit 101 | 5214 W Forest Home Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| 3001 S 56th St | Unit 16 | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 220 E Wilbur Ave, Unit Lower | 220 E Wilbur Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 1504 W Cleveland Ave, Unit Apartment #1 | 1504 W Cleveland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 3470 S 16th St, Unit LOWER | 3470 S 16th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| The Alexander Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Southport Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| 2467 S Burrell St 6 unit | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 5605 W Lincoln Ave, Unit Unit 5 | 5605 W Lincoln Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Southgate
What type of rentals are currently available in Southgate?
There are currently 271 Apartments for Rent in Southgate, WI with pricing that ranges from $486 to $3,149. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southgate ranging from $811 to $4,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southgate?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southgate ranges from $811 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,596.
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