Cheap Homes for Rent in University Hill Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $900 (14 Rentals)

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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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University Crossing IStudioStudio,1BA$685
McGuire FlatsStudioStudio,1BA$695
University Crossing IIStudioStudio,1BA$755
William A. Passavant SeniorOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$801
Water Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Hill, WI

As of May 03, 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 $1,250 with a $0.87 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
McKinley School Apartments, LLC2Bd/1Bth2BR,1BA$0.63
University Row3 Bed 1 Bath3BR,1BA$0.87
Meadow Village3 bedroom3BR,2BA$1.36
Paper Box Lofts3B3BR,2BA$1.13
City Hall Square Apartments2 BR/ 1 BA **Section 42/ 60% Available Now2BR,1BA$1.58
National Ave Lofts50% 2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.24
Knitting Factory Loft ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.30
William A. Passavant SeniorOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1.19
Michigan Street CommonsThe Michigan1BR,1BA$1.46
Westown Green4BR 2BA The Stormer4BR,2BA$1.58

Frequently Asked Questions about University Hill

What type of rentals are currently available in University Hill?

There are currently 273 Apartments for Rent in University Hill, WI with pricing that ranges from $529 to $6,748. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Hill ranging from $950 to $2,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University Hill?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Hill ranges from $950 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,487.

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