Cheap Apartments for Rent in West Milwaukee, WI from $300 (83 Rentals)
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West Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Milwaukee?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap West Milwaukee Studio Apartments | $1,440 | $625 | $3,688 |
Cheap West Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,265 | $465 | $2,511 |
Cheap West Milwaukee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,526 | $577 | $3,206 |
Cheap West Milwaukee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,926 | $950 | $3,980 |
Cheap West Milwaukee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,450 | $2,100 |
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Cheapest Available West Milwaukee Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in West Milwaukee, WI is a Studio unit found at 2448 W Killbourn St in the Haymarket neighborhood priced from $625. Hawley Ridge Apartments in the Far West Side neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $705. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Milwaukee apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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2448 W Killbourn St | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $625 |
Hawley Ridge Apartments | HAWL- 40% 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
Johnson Legacy East Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
Burnham Hill Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $787 |
Valley Forge | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
St. Gregory | Warnimont | 1BR,1BA | $932 |
Grand Avenue Lofts | 2x1A | 2BR,1BA | $960 |
Southgate | Greenhouse | 1BR,1BA | $992 |
3270 S 49th St | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Milwaukee, WI
As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Milwaukee area is the $0.66 price per square foot 2216 S 30th St Model at 2216 S 30th St, Unit 2216 s 30th Milwaukee WI in the in the Near South Side neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value West Milwaukee apartment is the 6011 W Lapham St Model at 6011 W Lapham St, Unit upper starting at $1,575 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the National Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Milwaukee apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2216 S 30th St, Unit 2216 s 30th Milwaukee WI | 2216 S 30th St | 3BR,1BA | $0.66 |
6011 W Lapham St, Unit upper | 6011 W Lapham St | 3BR,1BA | $1.05 |
2016 W Clybourn St, Unit Marquette Housing - Upper | 2016 W Clybourn St | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
2172 S 66th St, Unit 2174 66th St Upper West | 2172 S 66th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Grand Avenue Lofts | 2x1A | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
2326 S 75th St, Unit 2326 | 2326 S 75th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
507 N 20th St, Unit 1 | 507 N 20th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Knitting Factory Loft Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
3270 S 49th St | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Valley Forge | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Walk Score®
67 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
6 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Milwaukee Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Milwaukee?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Milwaukee is at 2448 W Killbourn St listed at $625.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Milwaukee Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Milwaukee Apartment is $850 at Johnson Legacy East Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Milwaukee Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Milwaukee is starting from $960 at Grand Avenue Lofts.
What is the most affordable West Milwaukee Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Milwaukee Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Johnson Legacy East Apartments and starts from $1,100.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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