
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Heights Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $300 (27 Rentals)
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Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes

Gorman Homes

3123-23A N 37th St

Himount Gardens

3128 N 38th St
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1902 W Nash St

1902 W Nash St

2935 N 57th St

4758 N 19th Pl

Columbia Square

37th St School Senior Apartments
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Bishops Creek Family Housing

4446 N 28th St

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Lisbon Adlon Apartments

Roosevelt Garden Apartments

2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit)
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4603 N 29th St - 6 unit

Imperial Apartments

6701-6710 W Keefe Ave

3030 - 3036 N 70th St

Fond Du Lac Center

Garfield Park Apartments
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Lisbon Apartments

Boulevard Commons

4651 N 36th St. (12 unit)(ACE PROPERTY)
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 | $1,077 | $854 | $1,300 |
| Sunset Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,044 | $774 | $1,530 |
| Sunset Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,180 | $600 | $2,499 |
| Sunset Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,302 | $750 | $3,800 |
| Sunset Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,610 | $870 | $2,200 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sunset Heights Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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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 2 Beds unit found at CWC Community Within the Corridor priced from $600. Gorman Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $774. Here are the most affordable Sunset Heights apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| CWC Community Within the Corridor | Burleigh | 2BR,1BA | $600 |
| Gorman Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $774 |
| Himount Gardens | 1 BR w/Eat-in Kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Columbia Square | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Heights, WI
As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunset Heights area is the $0.97 price per square foot 3946 N 25th St Model at 3946 N 25th St, Unit Lower in the in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Sunset Heights apartment is the 3250 N 50th St Model at 3250 N 50th St, Unit 3250 starting at $1,400 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3946 N 25th St, Unit Lower | 3946 N 25th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 3250 N 50th St, Unit 3250 | 3250 N 50th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 4370 N 28th St, Unit Upper | 4370 N 28th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 2569 N 61st St, Unit 2569 | 2569 N 61st St | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Columbia Square | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| 3261-3263 N 26th St, Unit down | 3261-3263 N 26th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 2918 W Melvina St, Unit 2918 | 2918 W Melvina St | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 5431 W Galena St, Unit 5431 W galena st | 5431 W Galena St | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 4758 N 19th Pl | 4758 N 19th Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Gorman Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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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 Gorman Homes which is listed at $774, while the average apartment in Sunset Heights costs $1,736.
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 5 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 $509 which is $1,227 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sunset Heights.
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