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14h ago
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1551 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53202
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,246–$5,295
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 7
14h ago
Verified
2340 N Cramer St, Milwaukee, WI 53211
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Assigned parking
Studio–3 beds
0–2 baths
$1,300–$3,000
Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
1029 North Jackson Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,150–$2,095
Apartment for rent
Available May 11
53m ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,625–$2,995
Apartment for rent
53m ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,350–$1,700
Apartment for rent
53m ago
740 N Plankinton Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$999–$2,199
Apartment for rent
1h ago
2518 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53211
Central heat | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
2–3 beds
1 bath
$1,319–$2,010
Apartment for rent
1h ago
4 beds
2 baths
$2,450–$2,520
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2h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,875–$2,900
Apartment for rent
15h ago
1704 East Locust Street, Milwaukee, WI 53211
On-site laundry | Central heat | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$1,350
Apartment for rent
In-Unit Laundry
Storage
Dishwasher
Air Conditioning
15h ago
2216 East Ivanhoe Place, Milwaukee, WI 53202
On-site laundry | Central heat | Hardwood floor
4 beds
2 baths
$2,600
Apartment for rent
19h ago
Historic Third Ward apartment for rent in Milwaukee
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Elevator
2 beds
2 baths
$4,270
Apartment for rent
1d ago
401 W Michigan St, Milwaukee, WI 53203
In-unit laundry | Fitness center | High ceilings
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,608–$2,479
Apartment for rent
1d ago
4 beds
1 bath
$2,400
Apartment for rent
3d ago
4175 N Oakland Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53211
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Walk-in closets
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,300–$3,995
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,795–$3,350
Apartment for rent
4d ago
920 North Hawley Road, Milwaukee, WI 53213
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Storage
1–2 beds
1 bath
$995–$1,135
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2310 East Bradford Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53211
Central heat | Hardwood floor | Fireplace
3–4 beds
1 bath
$1,875–$2,020
Apartment for rent
4d ago
735 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53233
On-site laundry | Fitness center | Storage
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,239–$1,364
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Whispering Hills apartment for rent in Milwaukee
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Fitness center
Studio
1 bath
$895
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2534 North Prospect Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53211
On-site laundry | Central heat | Hardwood floor
3 beds
1 bath
$2,025–$2,095
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,625
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1603 North Van Buren Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202
On-site laundry | Central heat
2 beds
1 bath
$1,395
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Whispering Hills apartment for rent in Milwaukee
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Fitness center
2 beds
1 bath
$1,545
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Whispering Hills apartment for rent in Milwaukee
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Fitness center
1 bed
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
2729 E Bradford Ave #UPPER, Milwaukee, WI 53211
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$2,495
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 1
3d ago
2511 2511 N Prospect Ave 2505-11-19 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53211
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Balcony
3 beds
1 bath
$1,925–$1,975
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,541
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 18
4d ago
Verified
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,068
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 6
4d ago
Verified
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking
Studio
1 bath
$1,376
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 18
4d ago
Verified
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,870
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 18
4d ago
Verified
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,066
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 18
4d ago
Verified
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,439
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 18
4d ago
Verified
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$1,936
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 18
4d ago
4 beds
1 bath
$2,360
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2957 2957 N Bartlett Ave 2965-77 N Bartlett Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53211
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Ceiling fan
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$939–$1,399
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2856-62 N Bartlett Ave & 1711 E Locust St, Milwaukee, WI 53211
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Balcony
2 beds
1 bath
$1,399
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2310 E Bradford Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53211
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Balcony
3–4 beds
1 bath
$1,875–$2,020
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
Condo for rent
Available Dec 15
5d+ ago
Verified
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Central heat
3 beds
2 baths
$2,100
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 1
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
3 baths
$2,250
Condo for rent
Available Sep 29
53m ago
1535 North Van Buren Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Central heat
Studio
1 bath
$825
Apartment for rent
53m ago
1 bed
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
5h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,295
Apartment for rent
13h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$900
Apartment for rent
15h ago
1141 North Doctor Martin Luther King Jr Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53203
In-unit laundry | Fitness center | Elevator
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,645–$2,925
Apartment for rent
19h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$850–$1,100
Apartment for rent
21h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,525–$1,975
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1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,230–$2,215
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Milwaukee is a fun and dynamic Midwestern city located right on Lake Michigan. The city's blue-collar history and down-to-earth reputation make it a warm and friendly place, perfect for those looking for Midwestern charm. From world-class museums to exciting festivals, Milwaukee offers year-round fun, and the low cost of living makes this lake-side city an affordable place to call home.
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Milwaukee residents appreciate the city's vibrant arts scene, diverse cuisine, and multitude of breweries, which contribute to a lively atmosphere. The waterfront along Lake Michigan is a favorite spot for leisure, with many enjoying outdoor activities. However, some residents note concerns about public transportation, citing it as often less reliable than they’d like. Overall, the neighborhoods offer a mix of historic charm and modern amenities, but parking can be difficult in busier areas.
The median rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Milwaukee is approximately $1,106, while a 2-bedroom apartment has a median rent of $1,282 as of 2025.
Milwaukee's rental market has experienced a slight decline in 2024, with the average rent for a 1-bedroom decreasing by 6.3%, while 2-bedroom rents have seen a modest increase of 0.3%.
The best time to look for an apartment in Milwaukee is during the winter months, particularly November, when demand is lower, and prices can be about 11.6% lower compared to the summer months.
For social living, Kilbourn Town, Historic Third Ward, Haymarket, and Juneau Town are ideal. Brewer's Hill is popular for trendsetters, while pet owners might prefer Dineen Park, Downer Woods, Upper East Side, or Cambridge Heights.
Budget-conscious renters should explore Silver City and Forest Home Hills, where 1-bedroom rents are significantly lower than the city median at $912 and $775, respectively.
Yes, approximately 52.65% of listings in Milwaukee are pet-friendly, offering a variety of options for pet owners.
Around 12% of the apartment listings in Milwaukee include utilities in the rent.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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