
Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Milwaukee, WI from $600 (48 Rentals)
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3604 9th Ave

The Reserve on South Towne

1219 Milwaukee Ave

1832-1836 Rawson Ave

The Berm

405 Kirkwood Ave

915 Minnesota Ave

3010 5th Ave
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3411 S Chicago Ave

The Bond

1835 Drexel Blvd

Marquette Manor

The Bank

1403 Rawson Ave

The Legacy (55+ Community)

3719 E Layton Ave

Packard Glen Apartments
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3658 E Munkwitz Ave

Cudahy Williamstown Bay II

2002 14th Lower

3001 E Adams Ave

Lakeshore Tower Apartments

3663 E Underwood Ave

Newbury Place Apartment Homes

3828 E Underwood Ave, Unit duplex, second floor duplex, second floor

Oak Park Apartment Homes
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3461 E Plankinton Ave

Grange/Allison Apartments

5017 S Lake Dr

Adam's Court Apartments

5310 Beloit Rd

5009 S Lake Dr

6406 W Lincoln Ave

5510 S Illinois Ave

The Centennial
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1020 W National Ave

6521 Beloit Rd

2816 E Allison Ave

5224 W Forest Home Ave

1578 S Union St

3706-3706 E Pulaski Ave

2551 S 68th St

3727 E Squire Ave

2119 E Kenilworth Pl
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2841 Santa Fe Trail

1521 N Jefferson St

2728 W McKinley Blvd
South Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Milwaukee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Milwaukee Studio Apartments | $1,643 | $1,425 | $1,862 |
| South Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,522 | $865 | $2,585 |
| South Milwaukee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,866 | $950 | $3,281 |
| South Milwaukee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,706 | $1,950 | $4,084 |
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Cheapest Available South Milwaukee Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in South Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Packard Glen Apartments priced from $895. Cudahy Williamstown Bay II in the Town of Lake neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $985. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Milwaukee apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Packard Glen Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Cudahy Williamstown Bay II | 1 Bed 1 Bath (1.1) | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| The Reserve on South Towne | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Marquette Manor | MM1B60 | 1BR,1BA | $1,011 |
| The Legacy (55+ Community) | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,199 |
| Newbury Place Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Summit at Lakeshore Commons | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| The Scoot Grandeur Apartments | A3A | 1BR,1BA | $1,660 |
| COAST at Lakeshore Commons | C1/C1* | 1BR,1BA | $2,045 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Milwaukee, WI and Nearby
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Milwaukee area is the $1.87 price per square foot E1 Primrose Model at Ivy Townhomes at Lakeshore Commons in the starting from $3,395. The second greatest value South Milwaukee apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at The Legacy starting at $1,199 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Mitchell Field neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Milwaukee apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivy Townhomes at Lakeshore Commons | E1 Primrose | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.87 |
| The Legacy | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| 3934 E Adams Ave, Unit 3934 Upper Unit | 3934 E Adams Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| The Reserve on South Towne | 2B | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Newbury Place | 2 Bed 1 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.59 |
| Marquette Manor | MM1BMC | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| The Scoot | A3A | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Packard Glen Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Summit | B2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| Cudahy Williamstown Bay II | 1 Bed 1 Bath (1.1) | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
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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 $895 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 $1,149 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 Summit and starts from $2,495.
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