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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2908 S Chicago Ave

South MilwaukeeWI53172

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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 915 Minnesota Ave. ( 11 Unit) 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
915 Minnesota Ave. ( 11 Unit)1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$895
Cudahy Williamstown Bay II1 Bed 1 Bath (1.1)1BR,1BA$985
Marquette ManorMM1B601BR,1BA$1,011
Alpine Meadows1b 1ba1BR,1BA$1,040
The Legacy (55+ Community)2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1,199

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

As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Milwaukee area is the $0.67 price per square foot 3771 E Squire Ave Model at 3771 E Squire Ave, Unit Upper Unit in the in the Fernwood neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value South Milwaukee apartment is the 3B Model at Drexel Ridge starting at $2,695 with a $1.77 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.
3771 E Squire Ave, Unit Upper Unit3771 E Squire Ave2BR,1BA$0.67
Drexel Ridge3B3BR,2BA$1.77
The Gables ApartmentsBreakers3BR,2BA$1.70
Centennial Park ApartmentsOakshire Village - 2 Bed, 2 Bath Upper (D)2BR,2BA$1.58
The Legacy (55+ Community)2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.09
The Reserve on Southtowne Il2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.37
Alpine Meadows1b 1ba1BR,1BA$1.30
Marquette ManorMM1BMC1BR,1BA$1.52
1315 Michigan Ave, Unit Upper1315 Michigan Ave2BR,1BA$1.23
Cudahy Williamstown Bay II1 Bed 1 Bath (1.1)1BR,1BA$1.64

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Milwaukee

What type of rentals are currently available in South Milwaukee?

There are currently 90 Apartments for Rent in South Milwaukee, WI with pricing that ranges from $745 to $3,581. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Milwaukee ranging from $695 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Milwaukee?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Milwaukee ranges from $695 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,934.

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