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Highlights
- Heat
- Newly renovated apartment
- Spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath unit
- New flooring
Location
1218 W Locust St, Milwaukee, WI 53206, USA|North Division
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Property Overview
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Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Outdoor space
Floor plans
| 2/1 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 850 sqft | $1,100 /mo |
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Policies and fees
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Application Fee
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Admin Fee
One-time.
$50
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
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About 1218 W Locust St
Welcome to this newly renovated apartment! This spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath unit features modern updates throughout, including new flooring, fresh paint, with appliances!Please note: Application fee is $28.50. There is also a refundable earnest money fee of $75.00 to submit an application. Base Rent: $1,100 per month, landscaping and snow removal included. Owner pays: Water and sewerTenant pays: Electric, gas, heat, hot water and A/C if applicable. Lease Term: 12 months Tenant must obtain renters insurance before move in.
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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1218 W Locust St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1218 W Locust St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·9A 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.
1218 W Locust St stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A 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.
1218 W Locust St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1218 W Locust St receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1218 W Locust St 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 1218 W Locust St 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.
1218 W Locust St 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 1218 W Locust St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.3 mile away
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in North Division
2-bedroom apartments at 1218 W Locust St cost about 22% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in North Division.
Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
North Division
Milwaukee
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,015 |
| April 2024 | $1,012 |
| May 2024 | $1,009 |
| June 2024 | $1,014 |
| July 2024 | $1,023 |
| August 2024 | $1,040 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $675 |
| April 2024 | $693 |
| May 2024 | $675 |
| June 2024 | $675 |
| July 2024 | $675 |
| August 2024 | $675 |
| September 2024 | $675 |
| October 2024 | $675 |
| November 2024 | $675 |
| December 2024 | $675 |
| January 2025 | $675 |
| February 2025 | $675 |
| March 2025 | $675 |
| April 2025 | $675 |
| May 2025 | $675 |
| June 2025 | $675 |
| July 2025 | $675 |
| August 2025 | $675 |
| September 2025 | $675 |
| October 2025 | $675 |
| November 2025 | $675 |
| December 2025 | $675 |
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Can I afford to live at 1218 W Locust St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$44,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $44,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,100.
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Schools near 1218 W Locust St
Hopkins Lloyd Community School
1503 w hopkins st
milwaukee, WI, 53206
PK, K-5Public
C-
Grant Gordon Learning Center
921 w meinecke ave
milwaukee, WI, 53206
PK, KPublic
B-
Acelero Learning - Penfield Children's Center
833 north 26th st
milwaukee, WI, 53233
PKPublic
Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language
2430 w wisconsin ave
milwaukee, WI, 53233
PK, K-8Public
C-
Acelero Learning - JO's Learning Academy
4801 west north ave
milwaukee, WI, 53208
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
North Division | Milwaukee, WI
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Milwaukee near 1218 W Locust St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
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
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1218 W Locust St, Milwaukee
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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Urban Apparel
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Developing Youth Inc
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Bouchards
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Soxland
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Import Design
2101 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr
Java Experience Ltd
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Confectionately Yours Cafe & Bakery
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Colectivo Coffee Roasters, Inc
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Dunkin'
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W C's Rhythm & Blues
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Savoy's
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Ed's Lounge
2678 N Dr William Finlayson St
Cherry's Place
2401 N 12th St
Big Larrys
2378 N 12th St
Center Street Fish Market
1212 W Center St
Fondy Farmer's Co-op
2200 W Fond Du Lac Ave
Fondy Food Center, Inc
1617 W North Ave
Best Food Market
2430 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr
Artaynia Westfall
2450 W North Ave
Park
Park
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Clinton Rose Park
Moody Park
Casita Creative
Ashley's Bar-B-Que
1501 W Center St
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2640 N 16th St
Savoy's
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Ed's Lounge
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