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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Side Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $700 (25 Rentals)
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PENN ARMS APARTMENTS
7607 W Waterford AveMilwaukee, WI 53220
3140 S 48th St
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3270 S 49th St
3270 S 49th StMilwaukee, WI 53219
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St. Gregory
6333 W Lakefield DrMilwaukee, WI 53219
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Woodland Court
3963 S 76th StMilwaukee, WI 53220
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Oklahoma Manor 58th
5634 W Oklahoma AveMilwaukee, WI 53219
3890 S Massachusetts Ave
MilwaukeeWI53220
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$1,250
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Base Rent$1,250
Total Monthly Price$1,250
5214 W Forest Home Ave, Unit 101
5214 W Forest Home AveMilwaukee, WI 53219
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3001 S 56th St
3001 S 56th StMilwaukee, WI 53219
3014 S 48th St
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3235 S 48th St
3235 S 48th StMilwaukee, WI 53219
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4914 W Forest Home Ave
4914 W Forest Home AveMilwaukee, WI 53219
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Hamilton Manor
3700 S 61st StMilwaukee, WI 53220
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3130 S 48th St. - 8 Family
3130 S 48th StMilwaukee, WI 53219
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3250 S 49th St
3250 S 49th StMilwaukee, WI 53219
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6500 W Howard Avenue
6500 W Howard AveMilwaukee, WI 53220
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7875 W Oklahoma Ave
7875 W Oklahoma AveMilwaukee, WI 53219
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6522 W Forest Home Ave
6522 W Forest Home AveMilwaukee, WI 53220
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4912 W Oklahoma Ave
4912 W Oklahoma AveMilwaukee, WI 53219
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7855 W. Oklahoma
7855 W Oklahoma AveMilwaukee, WI 53219
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6510 W Forest Home Ave
6510 W Forest Home AveMilwaukee, WI 53220
4051 S 65th St
GreenfieldWI53220
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$1,245
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Base Rent$1,245
Total Monthly Price$1,245
7210 W Oklahoma Ave
7210 W Oklahoma AveWest Allis, WI 53219
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Tara Hill Apartments
3946 S Tara Hill DrGreenfield, WI 53220
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Southwest Side, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,064 | $950 | $1,158 |
| Southwest Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,266 | $1,213 | $1,481 |
| Southwest Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,724 | $1,599 | $1,850 |
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Cheapest Available Southwest Side Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Side area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at 3130 S 48th St. - 8 Family priced from $875. PENN ARMS APARTMENTS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Southwest Side 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 |
| PENN ARMS APARTMENTS | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| 3270 S 49th St | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| St. Gregory | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,043 |
| Woodland Court | One Bed One Bath 726 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Side, WI
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Side area is the $1.09 price per square foot 5214 W Forest Home Ave Model at 5214 W Forest Home Ave, Unit 101 in the in the Southwest Side neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Southwest Side apartment is the Unit 16 Model at 3001 S 56th St starting at $1,295 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Southwest Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Oklahoma Manor 58th | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| 3270 S 49th St | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 7210 W Oklahoma Ave | 7210 W Oklahoma Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| PENN ARMS APARTMENTS | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Woodland Court | One Bed One Bath 651 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| St. Gregory | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| 3130 S 48th St. - 8 Family | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Side Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Side Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Side Apartment is $875 at 3130 S 48th St. - 8 Family.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Side is starting from $1,210 at St. Gregory.
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