Cheap Homes for Rent in Washington Heights Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $600 (30 Rentals)

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property at 222 N 73rd St

$675

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$675
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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222 N 73rd St

MilwaukeeWI53213

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property at 1751 N 60th St

$975

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$975
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$975

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

1751 N 60th St

MilwaukeeWI53208
property at 2756 N 44th St

$1,000

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2756 N 44th St

MilwaukeeWI53210

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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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$695
William A. Passavant SeniorOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$801
Johnson Legacy WestStudioStudio,1BA$805
Johnson Legacy East Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$875
Columbia Square1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$900
Valley Forge Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$925
Himount Gardens1 BR w/Eat-in Kitchen1BR,1BA$940
Hawley Ridge ApartmentsHAWL- 60% 1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,035

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Heights, WI

As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Washington Heights area is the $0.68 price per square foot 2769 N 27th St Model at 2769 N 27th St in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $1,300. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2769 N 27th St2769 N 27th St3BR,1BA$0.68
University Row3 Bed 1 Bath3BR,1BA$0.87
6107 W Center St6107 W Center St2BR,1BA$1.07
Columbia Square1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.77
3261-3263 N 26th St, Unit Upper3261-3263 N 26th St2BR,1BA$1.15
2503 N 37th St, Unit Top Floor2503 N 37th St4BR,1BA$1.30
Grand Avenue Lofts2x1A2BR,1BA$1.04
Valley Forge Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.21
8428 W Lisbon Ave, Unit #18428 W Lisbon Ave1BR,1BA$1.13
William A. Passavant SeniorOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1.19

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Washington Heights, Milwaukee, WI

Ranked #138

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Washington Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Washington Heights?

There are currently 528 Apartments for Rent in Washington Heights, WI with pricing that ranges from $650 to $4,832. There are also 65 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Washington Heights ranging from $625 to $3,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Washington Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Washington Heights ranges from $625 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,654.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Washington Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Washington Heights range from $750 to $4,832, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $925 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,425.

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