
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Yankee Hill Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $600 (36 Rentals)
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Lakeside Apartments

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St. Clair

Marshall Hall Apartments

Van Buren Apartments

1233 Marshall / 1222-36 Cass

Plaza

The Empire Building
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1318-20 Van Buren

812 E State St

Yankee Hill

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1315 Cass

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Claridge Hall

Juneau Apartments

1029 E Knapp St

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Inbusch House

719 Knapp
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918-24 Knapp

Marshall Building

Berkshire Apartments

The Marshall Manor

1309 N Cass St

Lodgewood Apartments

1028 E Juneau Ave

Knickerbocker on the Lake
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Yankee Hill, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Yankee Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yankee Hill Studio Apartments | $855 | $695 | $1,590 |
| Yankee Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,073 | $825 | $6,253 |
| Yankee Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,892 | $1,295 | $8,179 |
| Yankee Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,655 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Yankee Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,100 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Yankee Hill Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.
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Cheapest Available Yankee Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Yankee Hill area of Milwaukee, WI is a Studio unit found at Lakeside Apartments priced from $695. Fairmount Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Yankee Hill apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| Fairmount Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| The Astor Hotel Apartments | Efficiency Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| St. Clair | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Marshall Hall Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Van Buren Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Plaza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| The Empire Building | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Shoreham Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| The Arden | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Yankee Hill, WI
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Yankee Hill area is the $0.80 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Windsor Court Apartments in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Yankee Hill apartment is the 3A Model at Pasadena Apartments starting at $1,995 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Yankee Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Court Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Pasadena Apartments | 3A | 3BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| 812 E State St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| The Empire Building | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
| Marshall Hall Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.81 |
| Van Buren Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.04 |
| St. Clair | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.13 |
| Fairmount Apartments | Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $2.07 |
| The Astor Hotel Apartments | Efficiency Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.12 |
| Lakeside Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Yankee Hill Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Yankee Hill?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Yankee Hill is at Lakeside Apartments listed at $695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Yankee Hill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Yankee Hill Apartment is $795 at Fairmount Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Yankee Hill Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Yankee Hill is starting from $950 at Shoreham Apartments.
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