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University Hill, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

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 Marquee Communities priced from $685. University Crossing I has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $685. Here are the most affordable University Hill apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Marquee CommunitiesStudioStudio,1BA$685
University Crossing IStudioStudio,1BA$685
Johnson Legacy ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Hill, WI

As of July 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Hill area is the $1.54 price per square foot 2 Bed - 2 Bath Model at Boston Lofts in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $2,015. The second greatest value University Hill apartment is the 1638 N 15th St Model at 1638 N 15th St, Unit 1638 starting at $1,395 with a $1.07 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.
Boston Lofts2 Bed - 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.54
1638 N 15th St, Unit 16381638 N 15th St3BR,1BA$1.07
McKinley School Apartments, LLC3Bd/2Bth3BR,2BA$1.02
2016 W Clybourn St, Unit Marquette Housing - Upper2016 W Clybourn St2BR,1BA$1.14
The GermaniaTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$0.92
Century BuildingMarket Rate2BR,2BA$1.46
Historic Fifth Ward Lofts2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.51
507 N 20th St, Unit 1507 N 20th St3BR,1BA$1.40
National Ave Lofts60% 2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.53
Knitting Factory Loft ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.19

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Hill

What type of rentals are currently available in University Hill?

There are currently 268 Apartments for Rent in University Hill, WI with pricing that ranges from $529 to $7,040. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Hill ranging from $1,395 to $1,950.

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 $1,395 to $1,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,689.

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Finding The Best Affordable Milwaukee Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Tim Brown

I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Growing up in the city and then just blocks outside the border, many Milwaukee neighborhoods have been home to friends and family for many years.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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