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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 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 ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$725
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$774
Valley Forge1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$875
CWC Community Within the CorridorTownsend1BR,1BA$951
3118-3132 N 76th St2bd rm 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,000
Rooted & Rising Apartments & TownhomesTownhome3BR,2BA$1,050
Dr. Wesley Scott1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,088

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Heights, WI

As of July 15, 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
2955 N 66th St, Unit 2012955 N 66th St2BR,1BA$0.70
6525 Powell Pl, Unit 16525 Powell Pl2BR,1BA$1.31
2751 N 40th St, Unit Lower2751 N 40th St3BR,1BA$1.10
2634 N 24th St, Unit Lower2634 N 24th St2BR,1BA$0.79
Himount Gardens2 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.22
Valley Forge1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.15
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.16

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Frequently Asked Questions about Washington Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Washington Heights?

There are currently 512 Apartments for Rent in Washington Heights, WI with pricing that ranges from $550 to $7,195. There are also 91 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Washington Heights ranging from $600 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 $600 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,495.

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 $6,910, 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 $1,675 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $870.

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