
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Washington Heights Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $300 (61 Rentals)
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Gorman Homes

Johnson Legacy East Apartments

Himount Gardens

2749 N 34th St

2517 W Garfield Ave

CWC Community Within the Corridor

24 N 60th St

3128 N 38th St

2445 N 37th St
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1938 N 26th St

1938A N 26TH St
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708-714 N 26th St/2532-2534 W Wisconsin Av
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Washington Heights, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Washington Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Heights Studio Apartments | $1,005 | $725 | $1,489 |
| Washington Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,562 | $774 | $5,225 |
| Washington Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,838 | $650 | $7,245 |
| Washington Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,802 | $750 | $6,910 |
| Washington Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,315 | $870 | $1,736 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 61 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Washington Heights Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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Cheapest Available Washington Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Washington Heights area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at 2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit) priced from $695. Johnson Legacy East Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Washington Heights apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Johnson Legacy East Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Gorman Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $774 |
| Himount Gardens | Efficiency Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
| Valley Forge | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Grand Avenue Lofts | 2x1A | 2BR,1BA | $960 |
| 3202 N 76th St - 14 Unit | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| University Row | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Heights, WI
As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Washington Heights area is the $0.83 price per square foot 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at University Row in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value Washington Heights apartment is the 2542-2544 N 51st St Model at 2542-2544 N 51st St, Unit 2544 N 51st st starting at $1,350 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Row | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| 2542-2544 N 51st St, Unit 2544 N 51st st | 2542-2544 N 51st St | 3BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| The Overlook Apartments | Floor Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Grand Avenue Lofts | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 8130 W North Ave, Unit 3 | 8130 W North Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 2608 N 40th St, Unit 2608a | 2608 N 40th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 3202 N 76th St - 14 Unit | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Valley Forge | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Gorman Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWashington Heights, Milwaukee, WI
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Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Washington Heights Neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
54 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
47 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Washington Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Washington Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Washington Heights is at Johnson Legacy East Apartments listed at $725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Washington Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Washington Heights Apartment is $695 at 2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Washington Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Washington Heights is starting from $960 at Grand Avenue Lofts.
What is the most affordable Washington Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Washington Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Grand Avenue Lofts and starts from $1,100.
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