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Highlights
- Off-street parking
- Spacious living area
- On-site coin laundry
Location
1688a N Van Buren St #LOWER, Milwaukee, WI 53202, USA|Lower East Side
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Property Overview
Off-street parking, a spacious living area, and on-site coin laundry add everyday convenience. Nearby parks, event hubs, restaurants, gyms, and mixed-use spaces support an active social and wellness-oriented lifestyle, while strong local school proximity and high value-for-money further enhance appeal.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Less expensive
- High school nearby
Great for
Wellness
Social life
Amenities for 1688A N Van Buren St, Lower East Side
Apartment Amenities
| No Dogs |
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
Other
| No Cats |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 1688A N Van Buren St
This spacious 1-bedroom lower unit offers classic East Side charm in a 4-family building. Enjoy a prime walkable location just minutes from Brady Street, downtown, and the lakefront. This unit features a functional layout with plenty of natural light, making it a great fit for anyone looking for a convenient and affordable place to live on Milwaukee’s East Side. Behind Donny's Bar and next to Mangos. Features: 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Private lower unit in 4-family building 1 garage parking space included Coin laundry on-site Spacious living area Perfect for someone who values location, simplicity, and off-street parking—hard to find in this neighborhood. Water/Sewer
1688A N Van Buren St is great for:
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1688A N Van Buren St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Lower East Side |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 53202 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Lower East Side
1-bedroom apartments at 1688A N Van Buren St cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Milwaukee.
Median rents as of Aug 1 2026.
Lower East Side
Milwaukee
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,036 |
| September 2024 | $1,045 |
| October 2024 | $1,035 |
| November 2024 | $1,049 |
| December 2024 | $1,002 |
| January 2025 | $998 |
| February 2025 | $998 |
| March 2025 | $1,000 |
| April 2025 | $1,057 |
| May 2025 | $1,081 |
| June 2025 | $1,097 |
| July 2025 | $1,119 |
| August 2025 | $1,144 |
| September 2025 | $1,116 |
| October 2025 | $1,099 |
| November 2025 | $1,091 |
| December 2025 | $1,095 |
| January 2026 | $1,101 |
| February 2026 | $1,101 |
| March 2026 | $1,095 |
| April 2026 | $1,095 |
| May 2026 | $1,105 |
| June 2026 | $1,099 |
| July 2026 | $1,096 |
| August 2026 | $1,095 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $1,517 |
| September 2024 | $1,509 |
| October 2024 | $1,594 |
| November 2024 | $1,598 |
| December 2024 | $1,597 |
| January 2025 | $1,598 |
| February 2025 | $1,576 |
| March 2025 | $1,300 |
| April 2025 | $1,441 |
| May 2025 | $1,375 |
| June 2025 | $1,272 |
| July 2025 | $1,315 |
| August 2025 | $1,531 |
| September 2025 | $1,629 |
| October 2025 | $1,645 |
| November 2025 | $1,662 |
| December 2025 | $1,645 |
| January 2026 | $1,528 |
| February 2026 | $1,600 |
| March 2026 | $1,241 |
| April 2026 | $1,312 |
| May 2026 | $1,225 |
| June 2026 | $1,145 |
| July 2026 | $1,121 |
| August 2026 | $1,099 |
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Last month | $1,025 |
| 3 years ago | $950 |
Schools near 1688A N Van Buren St
Cass Street Elementary School
1647 n cass st
milwaukee, WI, 53202
PK, K-8Public
C-
Grant Gordon Learning Center
921 w meinecke ave
milwaukee, WI, 53206
PK, KPublic
B-
Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language
2430 w wisconsin ave
milwaukee, WI, 53233
PK, K-8Public
C-
Acelero Learning - Penfield Children's Center
833 north 26th st
milwaukee, WI, 53233
PKPublic
Acelero Learning - JO's Learning Academy
4801 west north ave
milwaukee, WI, 53208
PKPublic
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Getting around Milwaukee near 1688a N Van Buren St #LOWER
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 1688a N Van Buren St #LOWER, Milwaukee
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
10/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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