Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Milwaukee, WI from $600 (43 Rentals)

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810 Michigan Ave

South MilwaukeeWI53172

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1832-1836 Rawson Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1832-1836 Rawson Ave

1832-1836 Rawson AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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The Berm
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Berm

2001 10th AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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810 Michigan Ave

South MilwaukeeWI53172

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Columbia Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Columbia Manor

3411 S Chicago AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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1835 Drexel Blvd
2 Bedroom Apartments

1835 Drexel Blvd

1835 Drexel BlvdSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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The Bond
Studio Apartments

The Bond

1016 S Milwaukee StSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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The Bank
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Bank

2300 10th AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172

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5009 S Lake Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

5009 S Lake Dr

5009 S Lake DrCudahy, WI 53110
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5017 S Lake Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

5017 S Lake Dr

5017 S Lake DrCudahy, WI 53110

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3719 E Layton Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

3719 E Layton Ave

3719 E Layton AveCudahy, WI 53110
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5510 S Illinois Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

5510 S Illinois Ave

5510 S Illinois AveCudahy, WI 53110
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The Centennial
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Centennial

400 E Centennial DrOak Creek, WI 53154
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South Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Milwaukee Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Packard Glen Apartments priced from $850. 3010 5th Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Milwaukee apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Packard Glen ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
3010 5th Ave1X11BR,1BA$875
The Reserve on South Towne1A1BR,1BA$999
Newbury Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,195
Grange/Allison ApartmentsPremium 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,260
The Legacy (55+ Community)2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1,399
Drexel Ridge Apartments1.1B1BR,1BA$1,620
Centennial Park ApartmentsArbors - 2 Bed, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1,795
The Gables ApartmentsBreakers3BR,2BA$1,939
COAST at Lakeshore CommonsD1/D1*2BR,2BA$2,230

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Milwaukee, WI

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Milwaukee area is the $1.77 price per square foot D1 Saffron Model at IVY Townhomes in the starting from $2,995. The second greatest value South Milwaukee apartment is the Arbors Addition - 2 Bed, 2 Bath Model at Centennial Park Apartments starting at $2,317 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the River Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Milwaukee apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
IVY TownhomesD1 Saffron2BR,2.5BA$1.77
Centennial Park ApartmentsArbors Addition - 2 Bed, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.78
The Gables ApartmentsBreakers3BR,2BA$1.55
The Legacy (55+ Community)2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.27
Drexel Ridge Apartments1L1BR,1BA$1.76
The Reserve on South Towne2B2BR,1BA$1.58
Grange/Allison ApartmentsPremium 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.68
Packard Glen ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13
Newbury Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.71
3010 5th Ave1X11BR,1BA$1.46

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Getting Around South Milwaukee, WI

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68 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Milwaukee Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Milwaukee Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Milwaukee Apartment is $850 at Packard Glen Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Milwaukee Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Milwaukee is starting from $1,249 at The Reserve on South Towne.

What is the most affordable South Milwaukee Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Milwaukee Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Gables Apartments and starts from $1,939.

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