5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- Underground parking
- Off street parking
- Vinyl floors and carpeting
Location
6500 W Howard Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53220, USA|Root Creek
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Property Overview
6500-6520 Howard Ave is a highly rated community, earning an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3/10, with strong scores for price, amenities, and location, and a solid trustworthiness rating reflecting clear, detailed listing information. Residents benefit from competitive value for the area, convenient access to top-rated middle and high schools within about a third of a mile, and practical features such as underground and off-street parking plus a mix of vinyl flooring and carpeting.
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- Middle school nearby
- More space
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,100 sqft | $1,350 /mo | 1 unit available | Great location with heat and hot water included in rent and HEATED underground parking available. Apartment has been entirely refinished including new kitchen cabinets, granite counters, new appliances including built in microwave and dishwasher, new luxury vinyl plank flooring, new light fixtures, new bathroom vanity. Two large bedrooms, walk in closet, abundant storage throughout the apartment. |
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Amenities for 6500-6520 Howard Ave
Apartment Amenities
| Central Heat | Heating |
| Hot Water |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
Building
| On Site Coin-Op Laundry | Onsite Laundry |
| Porch/Patio |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
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
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 24 |
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About 6500-6520 Howard Ave
Great location with heat and hot water included in rent and HEATED underground parking available. Apartment has been entirely refinished including new kitchen cabinets, granite counters, new appliances including built in microwave and dishwasher, new luxury vinyl plank flooring, new light fixtures, new bathroom vanity. Two large bedrooms, walk in closet, abundant storage throughout the apartment.
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, 6500-6520 Howard Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 6500-6520 Howard Ave 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.
6500-6520 Howard Ave 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.
6500-6520 Howard Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 6500-6520 Howard Ave 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.
6500-6520 Howard Ave 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 6500-6520 Howard Ave 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.
6500-6520 Howard Ave 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 6500-6520 Howard Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.3 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 150 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Root Creek
2-bedroom apartments at 6500-6520 Howard Ave cost about 36% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Root Creek.
Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Root Creek
Milwaukee
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,291 |
| April 2026 | $1,299 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2020 | $993 |
| November 2020 | $993 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 6500 W Howard Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$54,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $54,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,350.
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Schools near 6500-6520 Howard Ave
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-
Forest Ridge Elementary School
2200 w drexel ave
oak creek, WI, 53154
PK, K-5Public
B
Acelero Learning - JO's Learning Academy
4801 west north ave
milwaukee, WI, 53208
PKPublic
Grant Gordon Learning Center
921 w meinecke ave
milwaukee, WI, 53206
PK, KPublic
B-
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Neighborhood
Root Creek | Milwaukee, WI
Getting around Milwaukee near 6500 W Howard Ave
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
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 6500 W Howard Ave, Milwaukee
Groceries
5/10
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
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
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
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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