
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Washington Heights Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $300 (124 Rentals)
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2148 N 29th St

Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes

Johnson Legacy East Apartments

6324 W Girard Ave

2919 W Wisconsin Ave

2919 W Wisconsin Ave

2224 W Wisconsin Ave

William A. Passavant Senior

Johnson Legacy West
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Historic Lofts on Kilbourn

3350 N 25th St

Gorman Homes

2146 N 35th St

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2301-2303 W McKinley Ave, Unit 1BR Lower

1946 N 39th St

2224 W Wisconsin Ave

2224 W Wisconsin Ave

2224 W Wisconsin Ave

2919 W Wisconsin Ave, Unit 600
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CWC — Community Within the Corridor

3324 N 27th St

Himount Gardens

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3119 N 53rd St, Unit A

1626 N 28th St

Columbia Square

3130 N 45th St

2338 W Keefe Ave

3421 W Kilbourn Ave

3130A N 45th St
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2740 N 60th St

2919 N 50th St

2145 N 29th St

2819-2821-2821 N 47th St

4120 W Burleigh St

Hawley Ridge Apartments

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Longfellow Gardens Apartment Homes

3127 N 34th St

2502 N 45th St

3179 N 39th St
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7922 W Center St, Unit 7922 W Center Street. #2

Dr. Wesley Scott

3830 W Mt Vernon Ave

4228 W Bonny Pl

2748 N 44th St

3602 N Sherman Blvd

1350 N 36th St

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2955 N 66th St, Unit 201

2769-69A N 22nd St

2608 N 40th St, Unit 2608a
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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 | $1,170 | $775 | $1,550 |
| Washington Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,745 | $565 | $2,775 |
| Washington Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,024 | $675 | $4,527 |
| Washington Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,914 | $800 | $4,910 |
| Washington Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,425 | $1,400 | $1,450 |
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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. William A. Passavant Senior has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $801. 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 |
| William A. Passavant Senior | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $801 |
| Johnson Legacy West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $805 |
| Historic Lofts on Kilbourn | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $833 |
| 4518-4526 W Burleigh St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Johnson Legacy East Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| River Parkway Senior Apts & Family Townhomes | 1BR 50% 55+ | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Columbia Square | 3 bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $976 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Heights, WI
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Washington Heights area is the $0.73 price per square foot 2955 N 66th St Model at 2955 N 66th St, Unit 201 in the in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Washington Heights apartment is the 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at University Row starting at $1,250 with a $0.87 price per square foot in the Haymarket 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2955 N 66th St, Unit 201 | 2955 N 66th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| University Row | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 8344 Portland Ave, Unit 8344 Portland Ave | 8344 Portland Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| 2330 N 45th St, Unit Upper | 2330 N 45th St | 4BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Columbia Square | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| 2608 N 40th St, Unit 2608a | 2608 N 40th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Historic Lofts on Kilbourn | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| 3119 N 53rd St, Unit A | 3119 N 53rd St | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 4518-4526 W Burleigh St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| William A. Passavant Senior | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Washington Heights Apartments
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 $1,849.
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 16 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 $306 which is $1,543 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Washington Heights.
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