Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Washington Heights Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $300 (77 Rentals)

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3118-3124 W Wells St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3118-3124 W Wells St

3118-3124 W Wells StMilwaukee, WI 53208
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Kilbourn Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kilbourn Apartments

2835 W Kilbourn AveMilwaukee, WI 53208
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3110 W Wells St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3110 W Wells St

3110 W Wells StMilwaukee, WI 53208
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Villages Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Villages Apartments

2803 W Kilbourn AveMilwaukee, WI 53208
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28 West Apartments List
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

28 West Apartments List

2841 W Highland BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53208
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2518 Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2518 Apartments

2518 W Wisconsin AveMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Franklin Arms Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Franklin Arms Apartments

3120-3128 W Wisconsin AveMilwaukee, WI 53208
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Avenue Tower
1 Bedroom Apartments

Avenue Tower

2919 W Wisconsin AveMilwaukee, WI 53208
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City Square Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

City Square Apartments

3210 W Wells StMilwaukee, WI 53208
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West Park Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

West Park Apartments

4250 W Highland BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53208
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Avenue Manor Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Avenue Manor Apartments

2224 W Wisconsin AveMilwaukee, WI 53233
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Boulevard Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Boulevard Apartments

2830 W Highland BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53208
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Franklin Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Franklin Court

2933-2937 W Wells StMilwaukee, WI 53208
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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 4 Beds unit found at CWC — Community Within the Corridor priced from $676. Johnson Legacy 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
CWC — Community Within the CorridorCenter4BR,2BA$676
Johnson Legacy ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$725
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$774
Dr. Wesley Scott1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$824
Himount GardensStudioStudio,1BA$830
Columbia Square1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$900
Rooted & Rising Apartments & TownhomesTownhome3BR,2BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Heights, WI

As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Washington Heights 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 Washington Heights 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 Washington Heights 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
2965 N 68th St, Unit Lower2965 N 68th St3BR,1BA$1.19
2970 N 37th St, Unit 2970 N 37th Street2970 N 37th St3BR,1BA$0.92
The Overlook ApartmentsFloor Plan 2C2BR,2BA$1.24
Columbia Square1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.77
3261-3263 N 26th St, Unit Up3261-3263 N 26th St2BR,1BA$1.09
2515 N 57th St, Unit 25152515 N 57th St2BR,1BA$1.32
Dr. Wesley Scott1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.10
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.16

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Washington Heights, Milwaukee, WI

Ranked #215

Among neighborhoods in Milwaukee, WI 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 $1,050.

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

The cheapest apartment in Washington Heights is Gorman Homes which is listed at $774, while the average apartment in Washington Heights costs $1,639.

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 9 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 $458 which is $1,181 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Washington Heights.

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