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Highlights
- Smoke-free environment
- Newly remodeled amenities
- Central air
- New carpet
Location
1612 W Congress St, Milwaukee, WI 53209, USA|Rufus King
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Property Overview
The property at 1612 West Congress Street receives an excellent Zumper Expert Rating, indicating its high potential value and quality. Pros include its prime location and modern amenities, making it attractive to potential renters. Notable features enhance its appeal, contributing to a well-rounded option in the real estate market.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- More space
- Images Available
Floor plans
| 1612 West Congress Street - 1 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,050 sqft | $1,050 /mo | Harris Holdings Group, LLC currently has an upper two-bedroom, one-bathroom duplex available. The duplex includes many newly remodeled amenities, including appliances, new carpet, new blinds, central air, and locked storage. This apartment rents for $1050.00 and requires a one-year lease. No pets are allowed. This is also a smoke-free environment. |
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About 1612 West Congress Street
Harris Holdings Group, LLC currently has an upper two-bedroom, one-bathroom duplex available. The duplex includes many newly remodeled amenities, including appliances, new carpet, new blinds, central air, and locked storage. This apartment rents for $1050.00 and requires a one-year lease. No pets are allowed. This is also a smoke-free environment.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.7
/10
Very Good1612 West Congress Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 1612 West Congress Street is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Rufus King. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1612 West Congress Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1612 West Congress Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1612 West Congress Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
1612 West Congress Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking 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 1612 West Congress Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 mile away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 197 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Rufus King
2-bedroom apartments at 1612 West Congress Street cost about 5% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Rufus King.
Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Rufus King
Milwaukee
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,150 |
| April 2024 | $1,195 |
| May 2024 | $1,158 |
| June 2024 | $1,189 |
| July 2024 | $1,163 |
| August 2024 | $1,179 |
| September 2024 | $1,195 |
| October 2024 | $1,178 |
| November 2024 | $1,189 |
| December 2024 | $1,152 |
| January 2025 | $1,158 |
| February 2025 | $1,192 |
| March 2025 | $1,213 |
| April 2025 | $1,249 |
| May 2025 | $1,249 |
| June 2025 | $1,261 |
| July 2025 | $1,236 |
| August 2025 | $1,237 |
| September 2025 | $1,250 |
| October 2025 | $1,236 |
| November 2025 | $1,244 |
| December 2025 | $1,202 |
| January 2026 | $1,206 |
| February 2026 | $1,207 |
| March 2026 | $1,287 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | $975 |
| September 2025 | $986 |
| October 2025 | $995 |
| December 2025 | $1,048 |
| January 2026 | $1,100 |
| February 2026 | $999 |
| March 2026 | $999 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 1612 West Congress Street
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5719 north teutonia ave
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Grant Gordon Learning Center
921 w meinecke ave
milwaukee, WI, 53206
PK, KPublic
B-
Acelero Learning - JO's Learning Academy
4801 west north ave
milwaukee, WI, 53208
PKPublic
Acelero Learning - Green Tree Center
3744 west greentree rd
milwaukee, WI, 53209
PKPublic
Acelero Learning - Penfield Children's Center
833 north 26th st
milwaukee, WI, 53233
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Neighborhood
Rufus King | Milwaukee, WI
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Milwaukee near 1612 W Congress St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1612 W Congress St, Milwaukee
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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