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West Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Milwaukee Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in West Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Chapel Garden Apartments in the Near South Side neighborhood priced from $559. William A. Passavant Senior in the Haymarket neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $801. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Milwaukee apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chapel Garden ApartmentsLifestyle: Senior - 1 BR1BR,1BA$559
William A. Passavant SeniorOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$801
Johnson Legacy WestStudioStudio,1BA$805
Historic Lofts on KilbournOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$833
Johnson Legacy East Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$875
7708 W National Ave 16 unit1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$895
Burnham Hill ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$898
Valley Forge Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$925
1630 W National Ave1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$950
SouthgateOne Bed One Bath 614 sqft1BR,1BA$1,027

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Milwaukee, WI

As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Milwaukee area is the $0.87 price per square foot 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at University Row in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value West Milwaukee apartment is the 2710 S 68th St Model at 2710 S 68th St, Unit 2710-12 starting at $1,600 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Southwest Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Milwaukee apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
University Row3 Bed 1 Bath3BR,1BA$0.87
2710 S 68th St, Unit 2710-122710 S 68th St3BR,1.5BA$1.33
3001 S 56th StUnit 162BR,1BA$1.18
The Berkshire Senior LivingUnit E2BR,2BA$1.17
The Landmark of West Allis2x1 Grand2BR,1BA$1.47
Historic Lofts on KilbournOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.04
Valley Forge Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.21
Chapel Garden ApartmentsLifestyle: Senior - 1 BR1BR,1BA$0.77
7708 W National Ave 16 unit1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.28
William A. Passavant SeniorOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1.19

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Milwaukee

What type of rentals are currently available in West Milwaukee?

There are currently 552 Apartments for Rent in West Milwaukee, WI with pricing that ranges from $695 to $3,792. There are also 76 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Milwaukee ranging from $625 to $3,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Milwaukee ranges from $625 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,596.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Milwaukee?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Milwaukee range from $725 to $3,792, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,050 to $2,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,595.

Expert Rental Resources

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