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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Snow removal
  • Downtown area
  • Heat
  • Cooking gas
  • Newly renovated kitchen

Location

1915 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202, USA|Lower East Side
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Wilkins Property Management

Leasing office

(414) 224-7570

Property Overview

The Drake scores highly across all key categories, with an exceptional overall rating of 9 out of 10, reflecting its appeal to renters. The property's competitive pricing, standout amenities such as a newly renovated kitchen, and prime downtown location contribute to its ranking, while its quality and trustworthiness ratings emphasize a commitment to transparency and resident satisfaction. Noteworthy features include high-speed internet and included utilities, enhancing its attractiveness to those seeking a convenient living experience.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.0
Excellent
The Drake is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

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1 Bedroom Renovated Kitchen DW1 bed1 bath$1,195 /mo1 unit availableThis stunning Milwaukee apartment is steps away from the Lake, accessible via the Oak Leaf Trail, and is the perfect place for students, young professionals, or anyone looking for a cute and quiet place to call home. With ornate building features from its past history as a premier Milwaukee hotel, this one bedroom has a super cute kitchen, spacious living and bedroom, and a very functional layout that makes it feel like home. With a newly renovated kitchen and it's location in the beautiful Eastside neighborhood, this apartment is truly a must-see! Close to Milwaukee County Transit, Whole Foods, North Ave, Brady Street Restaurants, Lake Michigan, Walking Paths, Downtown, UWM, and more! Included in Rent: Heat Hot Water Cooking Gas Snow Removal Tenant Responsible For: Electricity Trash/Recycling Water/Sewer Internet Other Amenities: Dishwasher Locked Lobby Caring On Site Manager On Site Laundry Room Locked Storage Units Available Free Bike Storage Security Cameras in Building Safe Package Delivery Receptacle
272 bed1 bath$1,745 /mo1 unit availableThis stunning Milwaukee apartment is steps away from the Lake, accessible via the Oak Leaf Trail, and is the perfect place for students, young professionals, or anyone looking for a cute and quiet place to call home. With ornate building features from its past history as a premier Milwaukee hotel, this two bedroom has a super cute kitchen, spacious living and bedroom, and a very functional layout that makes it feel like home. Located in the beautiful Eastside neighborhood, this apartment is truly a must-see! Close to Milwaukee County Transit, Whole Foods, North Ave, Brady Street Restaurants, Lake Michigan, Walking Paths, Downtown, UWM, and more! Included in Rent: Heat Hot Water Cooking Gas Snow Removal Tenant Responsible For: Electricity Trash/Recycling Water/Sewer Internet Other Amenities: Locked Lobby Caring On Site Manager On Site Laundry Room Locked Storage Units Available Free Bike Storage Security Cameras in Building Safe Package Delivery Receptacle

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Amenities for The Drake

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
Hot Water

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Services

Snow Removal
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About The Drake

HomeApartments in MilwaukeeLower East Side The Drake

This stunning Milwaukee apartment is steps away from the Lake, accessible via the Oak Leaf Trail, and is the perfect place for students, young professionals, or anyone looking for a cute and quiet place to call home. With ornate building features from its past history as a premier Milwaukee hotel, this one bedroom has a super cute kitchen, spacious living and bedroom, and a very functional layout that makes it feel like home. With a newly renovated kitchen and it's location in the beautiful Eastside neighborhood, this apartment is truly a must-see! Close to Milwaukee County Transit, Whole Foods, North Ave, Brady Street Restaurants, Lake Michigan, Walking Paths, Downtown, UWM, and more! Included in Rent: Heat Hot Water Cooking Gas Snow Removal Tenant Responsible For: Electricity Trash/Recycling Water/Sewer Internet Other Amenities: Dishwasher Locked Lobby Caring On Site Manager On Site Laundry Room Locked Storage Units Available Free Bike Storage Security Cameras in Building Safe Package Delivery Receptacle


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.
9.0
/10
Excellent
The Drake is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated The Drake
Price·10A 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.
The Drake offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
The Drake goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Drake 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.
The Drake 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·8A 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.
Anyone looking for quality at a great value will find The Drake to be an attractive option. Renters can also rely on this rental to provide them with accurate information they need to find the living experience they desire.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

The Drake is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • 1 coworking space or cafe within 1 mile
  • 1 internet service provider option nearby

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 The Drake compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

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Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available
No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers

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Rent trends in Lower East Side

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 23% lower than 1-bedrooms in Lower East Side.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Drake to be 13% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Lower East Side.

Median rents as of Feb 28 2026.
Lower East Side
Milwaukee
A table of studio rental data trends in Milwaukee
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$918
April 2024$872
May 2024$847
June 2024$849
July 2024$818
August 2024$825
September 2024$834
October 2024$890
November 2024$1,110
December 2024$1,072
January 2025$911
February 2025$855
March 2025$846
April 2025$846
May 2025$887
June 2025$864
July 2025$874
August 2025$895
September 2025$898
October 2025$912
November 2025$942
December 2025$961
January 2026$902
February 2026$909
A table of studio rental data trends in Lower East Side
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,135
April 2024$1,233
May 2024$872
June 2024$844
July 2024$806
August 2024$845
September 2024$910
October 2024$1,303
November 2024$1,274
December 2024$1,260
January 2025$1,274
February 2025$1,292
March 2025$1,170
April 2025$882
May 2025$883
June 2025$877
July 2025$884
August 2025$867
September 2025$1,065
October 2025$1,397
November 2025$1,367
December 2025$1,351
January 2026$931
February 2026$876

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Can I afford to live at 1915 N Prospect Ave?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$47,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $47,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,195.
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Schools near The Drake

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 1915 N Prospect Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

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

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1915 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

7/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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