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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Large closets
  • Walk-in closet
  • Private entrance
  • Breakfast bar
  • Oversized windows
  • Full-sized washer and dryer

Location

273 N Chicago Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 53172, USA
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(262) 320-3143 ext. 2

Property Overview

273 N. Chicago Ave earns an impressive overall rating of 8.3 from Zumper, highlighting its excellent balance of price and value, with a competitive price rating of 9. The property features enticing amenities, including large closets, a breakfast bar, and oversized windows, while its prime location received a 9 for convenience to schools and transportation. The trustworthiness rating of 7 reflects a commitment to transparency and providing potential renters with a clear understanding of the property, while pet-friendly options enhance its appeal.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 273 N. Chicago Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 273 N. Chicago 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.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • High school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath1,300 sqft$1,600 /mo1 unit availableTucked away in a park-like wooded lot, you'll find a townhome style apartment complete with a private entrance and private attached single car garage! A convenient location where you're just a hop, skip & a jump away from Milwaukee's beautiful lakefront, Downtown Milwaukee, and all of the other conveniences South Milwaukee has to offer. All at your finger tips! Spacious kitchen with breakfast bar. Dining area off of the kitchen. Master bedroom with walk-in closet and attached bathroom. Cozy and bright living space. Full sized washer and dryer in unit. Gas heat. Central air. Large closets. Oversized windows. Second floor apartments feature a small den/ office/ playroom area. Attached garage with private entrance.

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Amenities for 273 N. Chicago Ave

Apartment Amenities

Water Sewer and Trash

Appliances

DishwasherFull Size Washer and Dryer
In-Unit LaundryRange
Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About 273 N. Chicago Ave

HomeApartments in South Milwaukee 273 N. Chicago Ave

Tucked away in a park-like wooded lot, you'll find a townhome style apartment complete with a private entrance and private attached single car garage! A convenient location where you're just a hop, skip & a jump away from Milwaukee's beautiful lakefront, Downtown Milwaukee, and all of the other conveniences South Milwaukee has to offer. All at your finger tips! Spacious kitchen with breakfast bar. Dining area off of the kitchen. Master bedroom with walk-in closet and attached bathroom. Cozy and bright living space. Full sized washer and dryer in unit. Gas heat. Central air. Large closets. Oversized windows. Second floor apartments feature a small den/ office/ playroom area. Attached garage with private entrance.


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 Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 273 N. Chicago Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 273 N. Chicago 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.
How we rated 273 N. Chicago Ave
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.
273 N. Chicago 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.
273 N. Chicago Ave 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, 273 N. Chicago 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.
273 N. Chicago 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 273 N. Chicago 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.
273 N. Chicago 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.

273 N. Chicago Ave is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 273 N. Chicago Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 350 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

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Rent trends in South Milwaukee

2-bedroom apartments at 273 N. Chicago Ave cost about 27% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in South Milwaukee.

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
South Milwaukee
A table of studio rental data trends in South Milwaukee
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$787
December 2023$761
January 2024$832
February 2024$895
March 2024$807
April 2024$750
May 2024$747
June 2024$760
July 2024$769
August 2024$995
September 2024$920
October 2024$895
November 2024$892
December 2024$859
January 2025$925
February 2025$780
March 2025$798
April 2025$841
May 2025$822
June 2025$799
July 2025$785
August 2025$828
September 2025$815
October 2025$957

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$64,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $64,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,600.
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Schools near 273 N. Chicago Ave

Luther Elementary School

718 hawthorne ave

south milwaukee, WI, 53172

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Neighborhood

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

Getting around South Milwaukee near 273 N Chicago Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 273 N Chicago Ave, South Milwaukee

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

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

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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