1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in South Milwaukee, WI (64 Rentals)

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1204 Memorial Dr
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1204 Memorial Dr

1204 Memorial DrSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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201 N Chicago Ave
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201 N Chicago Ave

201 N Chicago AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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729 Hawthorne Ave
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729 Hawthorne Ave

729 Hawthorne AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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1232 Madison Ave
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1232 Madison Ave

1232 Madison AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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1825 Drexel Blvd
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1825 Drexel Blvd

1825 Drexel BlvdSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172

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601 Milwaukee Ave
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601 Milwaukee Ave

601 Milwaukee AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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815 Minnesota Ave
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815 Minnesota Ave

815 Minnesota AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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1832-1836 Rawson Ave
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1832-1836 Rawson Ave

1832-1836 Rawson AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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3010 5th Ave
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3010 5th Ave

3010 5th AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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Columbia Manor
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Columbia Manor

3411 S Chicago AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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The Berm
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The Berm

2001 10th AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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Marquette Manor
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Marquette Manor

2409 10th AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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The Bank
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The Bank

2300 10th AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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1216 Memorial Dr
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1216 Memorial Dr

1216 Memorial DrSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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3105 5th Ave
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3105 5th Ave

3105 5th AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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Civic Arms Apartments
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Civic Arms Apartments

2005 10th AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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$1,050

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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5215 S Lake Dr

CudahyWI53110

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South Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Largest Available South Milwaukee and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Milwaukee, WI is found at Summit at Lakeshore Commons and is 938 square feet priced from $1,850. Drexel Ridge Apartments in the River Park neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 906 square feet and currently listed start at $1,625. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in South Milwaukee:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Summit at Lakeshore CommonsC1938 Sq Ft$1,850
Drexel Ridge Apartments1.1B906 Sq Ft$1,625
The Reserve on South Towne1A825 Sq Ft$999
The Gables ApartmentsAspen815 Sq Ft$1,495
COAST at Lakeshore CommonsB1/B1*774 Sq Ft$1,575
Marquette ManorMM1BMC768 Sq Ft$1,170
The Scoot Grandeur ApartmentsA3A754 Sq Ft$1,495
Lake Forest Apartments - 62+ Senior Housing1 bed 1 bath Income Restricted750 Sq FtCall for Rates
Newbury Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom700 Sq Ft$1,199
Columbia Manor1BR/1.0BA700 Sq Ft$925

Cheapest Available South Milwaukee and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 08, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in South Milwaukee, WI is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $925 at Columbia Manor . The second most affordable South Milwaukee 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed 1 Bath (1.1) Model at Cudahy Williamstown Bay II starting at $985 in the Town of Lake neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Milwaukee is currently $1,544. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in South Milwaukee:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Columbia Manor1BR/1.0BA$925
Cudahy Williamstown Bay II1 Bed 1 Bath (1.1)$985
The Reserve on South Towne1B$999
Marquette ManorMM1B60$1,011
Newbury Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,199
Cudahy CommonsOne Bedroom$1,210
Summit at Lakeshore CommonsA1A$1,350
The Scoot Grandeur ApartmentsA1$1,375
The Gables ApartmentsAspen$1,495
Drexel Ridge Apartments1J$1,530

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Milwaukee Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Milwaukee Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Milwaukee is $1,544.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Milwaukee Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Milwaukee is a 938 square feet unit starting from $1,850 at Summit at Lakeshore Commons.

What is the average size for South Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Milwaukee is currently 1,183 sq ft.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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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!