Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Side Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $300 (6 Rentals)

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West Park Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

West Park Apartments

4250 W Highland BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53208
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Lisbon Adlon Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lisbon Adlon Apartments

4315 W Lisbon AveMilwaukee, WI 53208
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Westport Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Westport Apartments

4232 W Highland BlvdMilwaukee, WI 53208
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West Side, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Side area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Gorman Homes priced from $774. Himount Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable West Side apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$774
Himount GardensEfficiency StudioStudio,1BA$800
CWC Community Within the CorridorBurleigh2BR,1BA$1,110

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, WI

As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Side area is the $1.11 price per square foot 5439 W Galena St Model at 5439 W Galena St, Unit 5439 Galena street in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $1,775. The second greatest value West Side apartment is the 2542-2544 N 51st St Model at 2542-2544 N 51st St, Unit 2544 N 51st st starting at $1,400 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5439 W Galena St, Unit 5439 Galena street5439 W Galena St3BR,1BA$1.11
2542-2544 N 51st St, Unit 2544 N 51st st2542-2544 N 51st St3BR,1BA$0.98
1433 N 39th St, Unit 1433 N 39th Street1433 N 39th St3BR,1BA$1.25
1435 N 39th St, Unit 1435 N 39th St1435 N 39th St4BR,1BA$1.32
CWC Community Within the CorridorTownsend1BR,1BA$1.56
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.16
Himount GardensCourtyard North/South1BR,1BA$1.60

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Side, Milwaukee, WI

Ranked #185

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

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Side Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Side Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Side Apartment is $774 at Gorman Homes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Side Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Side is starting from $1,110 at CWC Community Within the Corridor.

What is the most affordable West Side Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Side Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at CWC Community Within the Corridor and starts from $1,390.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Finding The Best Affordable Milwaukee Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Tim Brown

I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Growing up in the city and then just blocks outside the border, many Milwaukee neighborhoods have been home to friends and family for many years.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.