Cheap Homes for Rent in Sunset Heights Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $600 (12 Rentals)

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6324 W Girard Ave

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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. 4720 N 37th St. (8 Unit) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable Sunset Heights apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$695
4720 N 37th St. (8 Unit)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$845
4518-4526 W Burleigh St1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$845
CWC — Community Within the CorridorTownsend1BR,1BA$915
Columbia Square3 bedroom3BR,2BA$976

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Heights, WI

As of July 06, 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 2955 N 66th St Model at 2955 N 66th St, Unit 201 starting at $1,100 with a $0.73 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3758 N 41st St, Unit 13758 N 41st St2BR,1BA$0.47
2955 N 66th St, Unit 2012955 N 66th St2BR,1BA$0.73
Columbia Square2 bedroom2BR,2BA$0.84
2567 N 61st St, Unit 25672567 N 61st St2BR,1BA$1.26
2338 N 54th St, Unit Duplex Lower unit2338 N 54th St2BR,1BA$1.18
2608 N 40th St, Unit 2608a2608 N 40th St3BR,1BA$1.10
Bishops Creek Family Housing2x12BR,1BA$1.20
3119 N 53rd St, Unit A3119 N 53rd St1BR,1BA$1.24
4518-4526 W Burleigh St1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.21
2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.31

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Sunset Heights, Milwaukee, WI

Ranked #194

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 381 Apartments for Rent in Sunset Heights, WI with pricing that ranges from $675 to $4,780. There are also 59 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sunset Heights ranging from $650 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 $650 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,821.

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 $800 to $4,780, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,050 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,400.

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