Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Side Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $700 (15 Rentals)
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St. Gregory

Woodland Court

6522 W Forest Home Ave
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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 | $1,055 | $875 | $1,200 |
| Southwest Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,195 | $997 | $1,417 |
| Southwest Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,636 | $1,500 | $1,800 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Southwest Side Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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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. St. Gregory has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $960. 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 |
| St. Gregory | Warnimont | 1BR,1BA | $960 |
| 3270 S 49th St | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Woodland Court | Amber | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| 4912 W Oklahoma Ave | 4912 W. Oklahoma Ave. #1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Side, WI
As of December 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Side area is the $1.25 price per square foot 2710 S 68th St Model at 2710 S 68th St, Unit 2712 upper in the in the Southwest Side neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Southwest Side apartment is the 3234 S 77th St Model at 3234 S 77th St, Unit Upper starting at $1,795 with a $1.50 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2710 S 68th St, Unit 2712 upper | 2710 S 68th St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| 3234 S 77th St, Unit Upper | 3234 S 77th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Oklahoma Manor | Chicago | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 4912 W Oklahoma Ave | 4912 W. Oklahoma Ave. #1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 3270 S 49th St | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 6911 W TRIPOLI AVE, Unit 4 | 6911 W TRIPOLI AVE | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 7223 W Lakefield Dr, Unit #3 | 7223 W Lakefield Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Woodland Court | Citrine | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| St. Gregory | Warnimont | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 3130 S 48th St. - 8 Family | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Side, Milwaukee, WI
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3.0Pet Friendly
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.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Side Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Side is starting from $1,116 at St. Gregory.
What is the most affordable Southwest Side Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwest Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodland Court and starts from $1,599.
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