Cheap Homes for Rent in West Side Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $800 (21 Rentals)

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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. Dr. Wesley Scott has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $896. Here are the most affordable West Side apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$774
Dr. Wesley Scott1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$896
Rooted & Rising Apartments & TownhomesTownhome3BR,2BA$1,050
Himount Gardens2 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,100
CWC Community Within the CorridorTownsend1BR,1BA$1,120

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, WI

As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Side 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 West Side apartment is the 2970 N 37th St Model at 2970 N 37th St, Unit 2972 N 37th Street starting at $1,000 with a $0.71 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.
Rooted & Rising Apartments & TownhomesTownhome3BR,2.5BA$0.53
2970 N 37th St, Unit 2972 N 37th Street2970 N 37th St3BR,1BA$0.71
2708 N 40th St, Unit 2608 N 40th2708 N 40th St2BR,1BA$0.85
2837 N 49th St, Unit Upper2837 N 49th St3BR,1BA$1.47
Himount Gardens2 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.22
Dr. Wesley Scott1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.20
CWC Community Within the CorridorTownsend1BR,1BA$1.57
Gorman Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.16

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Side, Milwaukee, WI

Ranked #189

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Side

What type of rentals are currently available in West Side?

There are currently 137 Apartments for Rent in West Side, WI with pricing that ranges from $650 to $3,800. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Side ranging from $850 to $3,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Side?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Side ranges from $850 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,495.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Side?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Side range from $750 to $3,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $870.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Finding The Best Affordable Milwaukee Neighborhoods to Rent

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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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