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Sunset Heights, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sunset Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset Heights Studio Apartments | $1,275 | $860 | $1,690 |
| Sunset Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,772 | $725 | $2,775 |
| Sunset Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,817 | $700 | $4,160 |
| Sunset Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,534 | $800 | $4,780 |
| Sunset Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,272 | $1,095 | $1,450 |
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Cheapest Available Sunset Heights Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunset Heights area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at 2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit) priced from $695. 4603 N 29th St - 6 unit has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Sunset Heights apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $695 |
| 4603 N 29th St - 6 unit | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $695 |
| 4720 N 37th St. (8 Unit) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $845 |
| 7811 W Hampton Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $895 |
| 4047-4272 N Sherman Blvd | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR, 1BA | $895 |
| Dr. Wesley Scott | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $896 |
| CWC — Community Within the Corridor | Townsend | 1BR, 1BA | $897 |
| 2675 N 52nd St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR, 1BA | $910 |
| Columbia Square | 3 bedroom | 3BR, 2BA | $976 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Heights, WI
As of September 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunset Heights area is the $1.06 price per square foot 3164 N 55th St Model at 3164 N 55th St, Unit Upper Unit in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood starting from $1,275. The second greatest value Sunset Heights apartment is the 1748 N 54th St Model at 1748 N 54th St, Unit 1748 upper in the West Side neighborhood starting at $1,395 with a $1.16 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunset Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 3164 N 55th St, Unit Upper Unit | 3164 N 55th St | 2BR, 1BA | $1.06 |
| 1748 N 54th St, Unit 1748 upper | 1748 N 54th St | 3BR, 1BA | $1.16 |
| Columbia Square | 2 bedroom | 2BR, 2BA | $0.84 |
| 4023 N 24th Pl, Unit 4023 | 4023 N 24th Pl | 2BR, 1BA | $1.14 |
| 2231 N 41st St | 2231 N 41st St | 3BR, 1BA | $1.14 |
| 2627 N 62nd St, Unit Charming 1 bdrm upper | 2627 N 62nd St | 1BR, 1BA | $1.25 |
| 3433A N 53rd St, Unit Lovely Mother In Law unit available 9/1 | 3433A N 53rd St | 1BR, 1BA | $1.17 |
| Dr. Wesley Scott | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.20 |
| 4720 N 37th St. (8 Unit) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.21 |
| 4603 N 29th St - 6 unit | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Heights Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sunset Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Sunset Heights is 2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit) which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Sunset Heights costs $1,580.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sunset Heights?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 14 regular apartments in Sunset Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Sunset Heights?
Cheap apartments in Sunset Heights have an average cost of $330 which is $1,250 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sunset Heights.
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