
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Williamsburg Heights Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $500 (237 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Williamsburg Heights area of Milwaukee.


MLK Library Apartments

Bronzeville Apartments

2602 N Humboldt Blvd

Humboldt Apartments

Legacy Lofts at the Blommer Ice Cream Factory

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2424 N Teutonia Ave, Unit 2424 n Teutonia

2429 N Murray Ave

3350 N 25th St

2355 N Hubbard St
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Riverwalk

Casanova Apartments

River Rise Apartments

2768 N Bremen St

3123 N 24th St

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2911 N 9th St, Unit 2911-A

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2457 N 1st St, Unit front rear unit

3893 Dr. William Finlayson St

3324 N 27th St

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2609 N Fratney St, Unit 2609 LR
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Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

Ivanhoe

Oakland Properties

Park Village Apartments

2331 N 1st St

3633 N 3rd St

4525 N 28th St, Unit upper

3600 N Vel R. Phillips Ave

3309 N 12th St

2621 N 15th St

2865-2867-2867 N 19th St.
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2033 N Cambridge Ave

302 E Hadley St

2605 W Victory Ln, Unit Apt

Maryland Park Apartments

The Annason

3037 N 1st St

1911 W Chambers St

633 W Chambers St

3023 N 14th St

2338 W Keefe Ave
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2859 N Fratney St

2932 N Holton St

2456 N Bartlett Ave

218-220-220 E Hadley St

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2456 N Bartlett Ave

3245 N Oakland

2021 E Park Pl

Belleview Terrace Apartments

4525 N 28th St, Unit lower

3281 N Oakland Ave, Unit 1 bedroom
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Williamsburg Heights, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Williamsburg Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Williamsburg Heights Studio Apartments | $1,093 | $700 | $1,440 |
| Williamsburg Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,278 | $559 | $3,041 |
| Williamsburg Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,576 | $627 | $5,900 |
| Williamsburg Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,636 | $699 | $6,200 |
| Williamsburg Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,169 | $1,442 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Williamsburg Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Williamsburg Heights area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at RW Apartments I and II priced from $559. 2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Williamsburg Heights apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| RW Apartments I and II | 1x1 683sf | 1BR,1BA | $559 |
| 2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| The Park at 1824 Student Apartments | Renovated 3 Bedroom Apartment | 3BR,2BA | $750 |
| 4603 N 29th St - 6 unit | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| 2637 N Cramer St | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Casanova Apartments | 332-stu | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Oakland Properties | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Williamsburg Heights, WI
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Williamsburg Heights area is the $0.56 price per square foot 912 W Hadley St Model at 912 W Hadley St, Unit 1 in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Williamsburg Heights apartment is the 2738 N Murray Ave Model at 2738 N Murray Ave, Unit 2738 starting at $1,800 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Williamsburg Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 912 W Hadley St, Unit 1 | 912 W Hadley St | 2BR,1BA | $0.56 |
| 2738 N Murray Ave, Unit 2738 | 2738 N Murray Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 2611-2613 N Stowell Ave | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
| 2457 N 1st St, Unit front rear unit | 2457 N 1st St | 2BR,1BA | $0.60 |
| 2945 N Frederick Ave, Unit Upper flat | 2945 N Frederick Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 3261-3263 N 26th St, Unit Upper | 3261-3263 N 26th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Belleview Terrace Apartments | 2BD/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 2911 N 9th St, Unit 2911-A | 2911 N 9th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| The Park at 1824 Student Apartments | Renovated 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 2214-2220 W Hopkins St. (8 Unit) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWilliamsburg Heights, Milwaukee, WI
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Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Williamsburg Heights, Milwaukee, WI
Rufus King International High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Williamsburg Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Williamsburg Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Williamsburg Heights is under $925.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Williamsburg Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Williamsburg Heights is RW Apartments I and II which is listed at $559, while the average apartment in Williamsburg Heights costs $4,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Williamsburg 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 22 regular apartments in Williamsburg 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 Williamsburg Heights?
Cheap apartments in Williamsburg Heights have an average cost of $184 which is $4,716 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Williamsburg Heights.
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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.

The Top Neighborhoods for Off-Campus Housing for Milwaukee-Area College Students
Written by: Tim Brown
I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Growing up in the city and then blocks outside the border, many of the Milwaukee neighborhoods profiled here have been home to friends and family.

A Local Experts Guide to Milwaukee: Neighborhoods, Traditions, and the Cozy Spirit of Gemütlichkeit
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I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Growing up in the city and then blocks outside the border, Milwaukee's neighborhoods have been home to friends and family for years.

An Insiders Guide to Apartment Living Near Milwaukee's Four Employer Clusters
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Having grown up in Milwaukee and lived in Waukesha for several years, I have come to realize that the Milwaukee metro area offers diverse employment and housing opportunities.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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