Cheap Apartments for Rent in South Milwaukee, WI from $600 (42 Rentals)

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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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915 Minnesota Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

915 Minnesota Ave

915 Minnesota AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172

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3010 5th Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

3010 5th Ave

3010 5th AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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3411 S Chicago Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3411 S Chicago Ave

3411 S Chicago AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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The Bond
Studio Apartments

The Bond

1016 S Milwaukee StSouth 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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Marquette Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Marquette Manor

2409 10th AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172
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The Bank
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Bank

2300 10th AveSouth Milwaukee, WI 53172

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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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Oak Terrace Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Terrace Apartments

8396-8450 S Chicago RdOak Creek, WI 53154
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South Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Milwaukee Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South Milwaukee, WI is a Studio unit found at 405 Kirkwood Ave. (5 Unit) priced from $695. 5009-5017 S Lake Dr 12 unit has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South Milwaukee apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
405 Kirkwood Ave. (5 Unit)0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$695
5009-5017 S Lake Dr 12 unit1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$850
Packard Glen ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$895
Cudahy Williamstown Bay II1 Bed 1 Bath (1.1)1BR,1BA$985
The Reserve on South Towne1B1BR,1BA$999
Marquette ManorMM1B601BR,1BA$1,011
The Legacy (55+ Community)2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1,199
Oak Terrace Apartments2 Bedrooms / 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,225
Summit at Lakeshore CommonsA1A1BR,1BA$1,325
The Scoot Grandeur ApartmentsA1.11BR,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Milwaukee, WI and Nearby

As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Milwaukee area is the $1.86 price per square foot B1 Marigold Model at IVY Townhomes in the starting from $3,295. The second greatest value South Milwaukee apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at The Legacy (55+ Community) 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
IVY TownhomesB1 Marigold3BR,2BA$1.86
The Legacy (55+ Community)2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.09
The Reserve on South Towne2B2BR,1BA$1.37
COAST at Lakeshore CommonsB1/B1*1BR,1BA$2.07
Marquette ManorMM1BMC1BR,1BA$1.52
Drexel Ridge Apartments1J1BR,1BA$2.06
Packard Glen ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.19
5009-5017 S Lake Dr 12 unit1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.13
Cudahy Williamstown Bay II1 Bed 1 Bath (1.1)1BR,1BA$1.64
Summit at Lakeshore CommonsA11BR,1BA$2.45

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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 5009-5017 S Lake Dr 12 unit.

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 at Lakeshore Commons and starts from $2,450.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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