Cheap Homes for Rent in Walnut Hill Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $700 (12 Rentals)

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Walnut Hill, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Walnut Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Walnut Hill area of Milwaukee, WI is a Studio unit found at Johnson Legacy Apartments priced from $725. University Crossing II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $755. Here are the most affordable Walnut Hill apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Johnson Legacy ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$725
University Crossing IIStudioStudio,1BA$755
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$774
Dr. Wesley Scott1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$824
Himount GardensStudioStudio,1BA$830

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Walnut Hill, WI

As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Walnut Hill area is the $0.53 price per square foot Townhome Model at Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes in the in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Walnut Hill apartment is the 2927 N 52nd St Model at 2927 N 52nd St, Unit #A starting at $1,200 with a $0.80 price per square foot in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Walnut Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Rooted & Rising Apartments & TownhomesTownhome3BR,2.5BA$0.53
2927 N 52nd St, Unit #A2927 N 52nd St2BR,1BA$0.80
2501 N 38th St, Unit Lower2501 N 38th St2BR,1BA$0.66
2723 N 36th St, Unit Lower2723 N 36th St2BR,1BA$0.91
2970 N 37th St, Unit 2970 N 37th Street2970 N 37th St3BR,1BA$0.92
Columbia Square1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.77
2714 N 41st St2714 N 41st St2BR,1BA$0.91
3015 N Dr William Finlayson St, Unit 3015 Lower3015 N Dr William Finlayson St3BR,1BA$1.00
2944 N 7th St, Unit 2944A N 7th St. Upper2944 N 7th St2BR,1BA$0.90
1727 W Wright St, Unit 1727A1727 W Wright St3BR,1BA$1.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Walnut Hill

What type of rentals are currently available in Walnut Hill?

There are currently 604 Apartments for Rent in Walnut Hill, WI with pricing that ranges from $460 to $6,982. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Walnut Hill ranging from $750 to $3,800.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Walnut Hill ranges from $750 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,589.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Walnut Hill?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Walnut Hill range from $750 to $6,982, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,175 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,295 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $676.

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