Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Washington Heights Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $300 (96 Rentals)

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Washington Heights, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Washington Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Washington Heights area of Milwaukee, WI is a Studio unit found at 2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit) priced from $550. 2448 W Killbourn St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Washington Heights apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit)0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$550
2448 W Killbourn St0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$625
Hawley Ridge ApartmentsHAWL- 40% 1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$705
Johnson Legacy East ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$725
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$774
Valley Forge1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$875
Dr. Wesley Scott1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$896
CWC Community Within the CorridorTownsend1BR,1BA$913
Grand Avenue Lofts2x1A2BR,1BA$960

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Heights, WI

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Washington Heights area is the $0.85 price per square foot 2708 N 40th St Model at 2708 N 40th St, Unit 2608 N 40th in the in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood starting from $1,025. The second greatest value Washington Heights apartment is the Floor Plan 2A Model at The Overlook Apartments starting at $1,525 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Jacobus Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2708 N 40th St, Unit 2608 N 40th2708 N 40th St2BR,1BA$0.85
The Overlook ApartmentsFloor Plan 2A2BR,2BA$1.38
Grand Avenue Lofts2x1A2BR,1BA$0.87
2515 N 57th St, Unit 25152515 N 57th St2BR,1BA$1.32
Himount Gardens2 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.22
Valley Forge1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.15
Dr. Wesley Scott1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.20
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.16
Hawley Ridge ApartmentsHAWL- 40% 1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.10
2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.31

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Washington Heights, Milwaukee, WI

Ranked #210

Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Milwaukee. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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 a cheap apartment in Washington Heights?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Washington Heights is under $960.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Washington Heights?

The cheapest apartment in Washington Heights is 2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit) which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Washington Heights costs $1,440.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Washington Heights?

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 14 regular apartments in Washington Heights 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 Washington Heights?

Cheap apartments in Washington Heights have an average cost of $428 which is $1,012 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Washington Heights.

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