
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Side Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $700 (28 Rentals)
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St. Gregory

Woodland Court

6522 W Forest Home Ave

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2555 S 68th St, Unit 2555 S 68th St (Upper)

7335 W Tripoli Ave
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3161 S 48th St

3854 S 63rd St

4825 W Oklahoma Ave

3534-3536 S 77th St

4815 W Oklahoma Ave

7718 W Howard Ave

3833 S 76th St
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2727 S 60th St

7811 W Oklahoma Ave

7301 W Tripoli Ave

6024 W Cleveland Ave

3745 S 76th St

3235 S 48th St

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7855 W Oklahoma Ave

Forrest Park

3125 S 47th St

4040 S 65th St

3160 S 48th St

West Beliot

7304 W Oklahoma 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 | $1,017 | $845 | $1,200 |
| Southwest Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,322 | $1,118 | $1,598 |
| Southwest Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,693 | $1,693 | $1,693 |
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There are currently 28 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 Woodland Court priced from $995. St. Gregory has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Southwest Side apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Court | Turquoise | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| St. Gregory | Warnimont | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| 7875 W Oklahoma Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Oklahoma Manor | Fairview | 1BR,1BA | $1,113 |
| 6522 W Forest Home Ave | 2 Bed | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Side, WI
As of March 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Side area is the $1.36 price per square foot 2555 S 68th St Model at 2555 S 68th St, Unit 2555 S 68th St (Upper) in the in the Southwest Side neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Southwest Side apartment is the Midland Model at Oklahoma Manor starting at $1,598 with a $1.65 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2555 S 68th St, Unit 2555 S 68th St (Upper) | 2555 S 68th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Oklahoma Manor | Midland | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| 7875 W Oklahoma Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Woodland Court | Citrine | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| St. Gregory | Warnimont | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Side, Milwaukee, WI
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet 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 $995 at Woodland Court.
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 $1,050 at 7875 W Oklahoma Ave.
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