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808 N Doctor M.L.K. Jr DrMilwaukee, WI 53203
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700 W Michigan StMilwaukee, WI 53201
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711 16th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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601 N 20th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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936 N 15th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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841 N 15th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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1103 N Water StMilwaukee, WI 53202
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2434 W Wells StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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William A. Passavant Senior
2195 W State StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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2621 W Pierce StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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1320 N 21st StMilwaukee, WI 53205
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510 N 20th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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2224 W Wisconsin AveMilwaukee, WI 53233
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2224 W Wisconsin AveMilwaukee, WI 53233
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2621 W Pierce StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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Michigan Street Commons
915 W Michigan StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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740 North by 3L Living
740 N Plankinton AveMilwaukee, WI 53203
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Walnut Park Apartments
1551 N 9th StMilwaukee, WI 53205
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Gilman Building
1621-1633 W Wells StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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836 N 20th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Villages Apartments
2803 W Kilbourn AveMilwaukee, WI 53208
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2518 W Wisconsin AveMilwaukee, WI 53233
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1740 W Pierce StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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1560 W Pierce StMilwaukee, WI 53204
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617 N 23rd St - 28 Units
605-617 N 23rd StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Brewery Point
1244 N 9th StMilwaukee, WI 53205
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Cantona Court Apartments
936-944 N 25th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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2001 W Michigan St
2001 W Michigan StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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611 N 20th -- Marquee Place III
611 N 20th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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University Crossing I
923 N 14th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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The Graduate Apartments
840 N 17th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Haymarket Lofts Apartments
1300 N 4th StMilwaukee, WI 53212
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McGuire Flats
920 N 15th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Pere Marquette
737 N 21st StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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708-714 N 26th St/2532-2534 W Wisconsin Ave. (17 Units)
708-714-2532-2534 W Wisconsin AveMilwaukee, WI 53233
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The Aspen
833 N 21st StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Union Street Apartments
846-856 N 15th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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2448 W Killbourn St
2448 W Killbourn StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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University Crossing II
942 N 15th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Highland Court
2725 W Highland BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53208
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833-835 N 14th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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2435 W WisconsinMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Kilbourn Terrace
2125 Kilbourn AveMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Strack II
911 N 17th StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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The Kenmore
805-811 N 22nd StMilwaukee, WI 53233
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University Hill, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Hill Studio Apartments | $1,053 | $675 | $1,590 |
| University Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,568 | $474 | $3,224 |
| University Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,864 | $559 | $3,786 |
| University Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,092 | $1,125 | $3,977 |
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There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the University Hill Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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Cheapest Available University Hill Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Hill area of Milwaukee, WI is a Studio unit found at University Crossing I priced from $685. McGuire Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable University Hill apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Crossing I | Studio | Studio,1BA | $685 |
| McGuire Flats | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Tioga Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Water Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| University Crossing II | Studio | Studio,1BA | $755 |
| William A. Passavant Senior | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $801 |
| Clybourn Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $870 |
| Johnson Legacy East Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Brewery Point | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| McKinley School Apartments, LLC | 2Bd/1Bth | 2BR,1BA | $948 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Hill, WI
As of February 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Hill area is the $0.63 price per square foot 2Bd/1Bth Model at McKinley School Apartments, LLC in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $948. The second greatest value University Hill apartment is the 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at University Row starting at $1,195 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| McKinley School Apartments, LLC | 2Bd/1Bth | 2BR,1BA | $0.63 |
| University Row | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Meadow Village | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Century Building | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.87 |
| City Hall Square Apartments | 2 BR / 1 BA Loft *Market Rate | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Michigan Street Commons | The Brewer | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| National Ave Lofts | 50% 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Knitting Factory Loft Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| William A. Passavant Senior | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Brewery Point | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Hill is under $948.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Hill?
The cheapest apartment in University Hill is William A. Passavant Senior which is listed at $801, while the average apartment in University Hill costs $9,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Hill?
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 27 regular apartments in University Hill 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 University Hill?
Cheap apartments in University Hill have an average cost of $399 which is $8,601 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Hill.
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