Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Washington Heights Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $300 (83 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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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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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 Johnson Legacy West Apartments priced from $725. Gorman Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $774. Here are the most affordable Washington Heights apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Johnson Legacy West ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$725
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$774
Kilbourn Terrace0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$850
CWC Community Within the CorridorFond Du LacStudio,1BA$854
Valley Forge1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$875
Dr. Wesley Scott1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$896
3118-3132 N 76th St2bd rm 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,000
Rooted & Rising Apartments & TownhomesTownhome3BR,2BA$1,050
Himount Gardens2 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,100
Gallatin ApartmentsG-0AStudio,1BA$1,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Heights, WI

As of July 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 3718 W Vliet St Model at 3718 W Vliet St, Unit A starting at $1,600 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the West Side 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
3718 W Vliet St, Unit A3718 W Vliet St3BR,1BA$0.89
The Overlook ApartmentsFloor Plan 2CL2BR,2BA$1.08
2115 N 52nd St, Unit 21152115 N 52nd St3BR,1BA$1.10
6525 Powell Pl, Unit 16525 Powell Pl2BR,1BA$1.31
1748 N 54th St, Unit 1748 upper1748 N 54th St3BR,1BA$1.25
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

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Washington Heights, Milwaukee, WI

Ranked #208

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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 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 $1,589.

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 32 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 $516 which is $1,073 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Washington Heights.

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