Cheap Homes for Rent in Sunset Heights Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $700 (25 Rentals)

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property at 4756 N 19th Pl

$900

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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4756 N 19th Pl, Unit 4756 N 19th pl

4756 N 19th Pl
MilwaukeeWI53209
property at 3984 N 37th St

$950

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$950

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3984 N 37th St

MilwaukeeWI53216

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property at 3625 W Capitol Dr

$975

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$975

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3625 W Capitol Dr

MilwaukeeWI53216
property at 2578 N 52nd St

$1,000

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2578 N 52nd St

MilwaukeeWI53210

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property at 3809 W Galena St

$1,080

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$1,080

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3809 W Galena St

MilwaukeeWI53208

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Sunset Heights, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

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 Gorman Homes priced from $774. Himount Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $830. Here are the most affordable Sunset Heights apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$774
Himount GardensStudioStudio,1BA$830
Columbia Square1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$900
7731 W Hampton Ave. (8 Unit)2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$995
Bishops Creek Family Housing2x12BR,1BA$1,081

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Heights, WI

As of February 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunset Heights area is the $0.47 price per square foot 3758 N 41st St Model at 3758 N 41st St, Unit 1 in the in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Sunset Heights apartment is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Columbia Square starting at $900 with a $0.77 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunset Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3758 N 41st St, Unit 13758 N 41st St1BR,1BA$0.47
Columbia Square1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.77
The Overlook2A2BR,2BA$1.38
2918 W Melvina St, Unit 29182918 W Melvina St2BR,1BA$1.33
1412 N 68th St 6 unit2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.26
Bishops Creek Family Housing2x12BR,1BA$1.24
4758 N 19th Pl4758 N 19th Pl2BR,1BA$1.09
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.16
7731 W Hampton Ave. (8 Unit)2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.49
Himount GardensStudioStudio ,1BA$1.84

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Sunset Heights, Milwaukee, WI

Ranked #216

Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sunset Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Sunset Heights?

There are currently 376 Apartments for Rent in Sunset Heights, WI with pricing that ranges from $650 to $3,800. There are also 64 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sunset Heights ranging from $775 to $3,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Sunset Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Sunset Heights ranges from $775 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,896.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Sunset Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Sunset Heights range from $750 to $3,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $870.

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