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Highlights

  • Snow removal
  • Heat
  • Most utilities included
  • Cooking gas
  • Washer/dryer in building
  • Cat friendly

Location

1026 E Lyon St, Milwaukee, WI 53202, USA|Lower East Side
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Management

Wilkins Property Management

Leasing office

(414) 224-7570

Property Overview

The property at 1026 E Lyon St receives an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.8, reflecting strong value due to its competitive pricing and top-notch amenities, rated 9 out of 10. With notable features like included utilities and on-site recycling, it promotes environmental sustainability, while offering excellent location convenience with schools and parks nearby. It ranks well for work-from-home options and social life, making it a desirable choice for renters seeking a vibrant and functional living environment.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 1026 E Lyon St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1026 E Lyon 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.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Work-from-home
  • Social life

Floor plans

StudioStudio1 bath$825 /mo3 units availableThis studio is an incredible find for someone looking to live in the heart of Milwaukee's Eastside! Perfect for students, young professionals, or anyone wanting to live in a quiet building while close to Brady Street, this place really is something special! This apartment is cat friendly, within walking distance to the lakefront, and has plenty of charm. With washer/dryer in the building, a shared balcony, and most utilities included, this place is the perfect place for anyone to call home. *Please note that photos pictured in this ad may not be the exact apartment but is the same layout of the one available. Close to Milwaukee County Transit, The Hop, Downtown, Pick and Save, Brady Street, Restaurants, Parks, Lake Michigan, and more! Included in Rent: Heat Hot Water Cooking Gas Snow Removal Tenant Responsible For: Electricity Water/Sewer Trash/Recycling Internet Other Amenities: Shared Balcony Safe Package Delivery Box Locked Lobby Onsite Building Manager Washer/Dryer in Building Garage Parking Available (Two Blocks Away)
Back StudioStudio1 bath$875 /mo1 unit availableThis studio that feels like a 1-bedroom apartment is an incredible find for someone looking to live in the heart of Milwaukee's Eastside! Perfect for students, young professionals, or anyone wanting to live in a quiet building while close to Brady Street, this place really is something special! This apartment is cat friendly, within walking distance to the lakefront, and has plenty of charm. With washer/dryer in the building, a shared balcony, and most utilities included, this place is the perfect place for anyone to call home. Close to Milwaukee County Transit, The Hop, Downtown, Pick and Save, Brady Street, Restaurants, Parks, Lake Michigan, and more! Included in Rent: Heat Hot Water Cooking Gas Snow Removal Tenant Responsible For: Electricity Water/Sewer Trash/Recycling Internet Other Amenities: Shared Balcony Safe Package Delivery Box Locked Lobby Onsite Building Manager Washer/Dryer in Building Garage Parking Available (Two Blocks Away)

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Amenities for 1026 E Lyon St

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
includesheathotwaterUtilities Included

Appliances

Cooking Gas

Building

Cats 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

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

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About 1026 E Lyon St

HomeApartments in MilwaukeeLower East Side 1026 E Lyon St

This studio is an incredible find for someone looking to live in the heart of Milwaukee's Eastside! Perfect for students, young professionals, or anyone wanting to live in a quiet building while close to Brady Street, this place really is something special! This apartment is cat friendly, within walking distance to the lakefront, and has plenty of charm. With washer/dryer in the building, a shared balcony, and most utilities included, this place is the perfect place for anyone to call home. *Please note that photos pictured in this ad may not be the exact apartment but is the same layout of the one available. Close to Milwaukee County Transit, The Hop, Downtown, Pick and Save, Brady Street, Restaurants, Parks, Lake Michigan, and more! Included in Rent: Heat Hot Water Cooking Gas Snow Removal Tenant Responsible For: Electricity Water/Sewer Trash/Recycling Internet Other Amenities: Shared Balcony Safe Package Delivery Box Locked Lobby Onsite Building Manager Washer/Dryer in Building Garage Parking Available (Two Blocks Away)


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 1026 E Lyon St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1026 E Lyon 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.
How we rated 1026 E Lyon St
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.
1026 E Lyon St 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.
1026 E Lyon St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1026 E Lyon 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.
1026 E Lyon 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 1026 E Lyon St to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.

1026 E Lyon St is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 68 parks within a mile

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • 8 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • Utilities included in the rent

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 362 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 367 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • The area has transit options

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 1026 E Lyon St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

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

Studio apartments at 1026 E Lyon St cost about the same as the average rent price for studios in Lower East Side.

Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Lower East Side
Milwaukee
A table of studio rental data trends in Milwaukee
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$902
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
March 2026$895
A table of studio rental data trends in Lower East Side
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,065
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
March 2026$850

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 1026 E Lyon 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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Neighborhood

Lower East Side | Milwaukee, WI

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Milwaukee near 1026 E Lyon St

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.

Transit

6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 1026 E Lyon St, 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

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

High schools

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

Parks

9/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

8/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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