Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Side Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $700 (7 Rentals)
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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 |
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Southwest Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,039 | $875 | $1,200 |
Southwest Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,234 | $1,050 | $1,625 |
Southwest Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,626 | $1,500 | $1,950 |
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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 St. Gregory priced from $915. 3270 S 49th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Southwest Side apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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St. Gregory | Warnimont | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
3270 S 49th St | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Oklahoma Manor | Madison | 1BR,1BA | $1,016 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Side, WI
As of October 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Side area is the $0.82 price per square foot 5702 W Oklahoma Ave Model at 5702 W Oklahoma Ave, Unit 5702 in the in the Southwest Side neighborhood starting from $1,625. The second greatest value Southwest Side apartment is the 2710 S 68th St Model at 2710 S 68th St, Unit 2712 upper starting at $1,500 with a $1.25 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. |
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5702 W Oklahoma Ave, Unit 5702 | 5702 W Oklahoma Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
2710 S 68th St, Unit 2712 upper | 2710 S 68th St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
Woodland Court | Ruby | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
3270 S 49th St | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
3028 S 47th St, Unit 3028 A. S. 47th St. Upper | 3028 S 47th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
7314 W Oklahoma Ave, Unit 3 UPPER $1050 | 7314 W Oklahoma Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Oklahoma Manor | Madison | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
St. Gregory | Warnimont | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Side, Milwaukee, WI
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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 $915 at St. Gregory.
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.
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