Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on June 13, 2026
Average rent in
South Milwaukee, WI
Average rent in
Last updated on June 13, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Median rent
Median rent in South Milwaukee
$1,199/mo
17%vs previous year
The average rent in South Milwaukee is $1,199 per month as of June 2026. This is 39% below the national average rent, or $751 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in South Milwaukee
19
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of South Milwaukee rentals at each price point
Rent trends in South Milwaukee, WI
Average rent prices in South Milwaukee have decreased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 17% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
South Milwaukee, WI
Rent prices in South Milwaukee vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in South Milwaukee is $1,199, whereas a house costs $2,200. 1-bedroom apartments in South Milwaukee run $995 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,299.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,375 |  5% | 55% | |
1 bedroom | $957 | 2% | 3% | |
2 bedroom | $1,300 | 2% | 11% | |
3 bedroom | $2,325 | 13% | 94% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in South Milwaukee, WI.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,199 | 4% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,695 | 3% | - | |
Houses | $2,200 | 3% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,375
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
55%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$957
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,300
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
11%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,325
Last 30 days
13%
Last year
94%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in South Milwaukee, WI.
Apartments
Average rent
$1,199
Last 30 days
4%
Condos
Average rent
$1,695
Last 30 days
3%
Houses
Average rent
$2,200
Last 30 days
3%
The table above reflects average rent prices in South Milwaukee, WI, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in South Milwaukee, WI compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in South Milwaukee and Brookfield by all bedroom counts and property types.
South Milwaukee
39%lower than the national median
23%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in South Milwaukee, WI is 20% lower than the median rent in Brookfield, WI.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,506
5%$1,339
15%$1,649
12%$1,309
6%$1,411
13%$1,999
2%$1,115
5%$1,325
21%$1,425
1%$1,511
10%$1,399
35%$1,295
86%Discover rentals in South Milwaukee, WI
2d ago
1125 Marion Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
1 bed
1 bath
$575
Apartment for rent
4d ago
3604 9th Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in South Milwaukee
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
200 Southtowne Dr, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
2 beds
2 baths
$1,199–$1,399
Apartment for rent
1d ago
333 311, 211, 225, 235, 245, 323, 333 Southtowne Dr., South Milwaukee, WI 53172
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,149–$1,399
Apartment for rent
2d ago
421 205, 209, 213, 217, 237, 233, 319, 409, 421 Southtowne Place, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,199–$1,399
Apartment for rent
1d ago
407 335, 339, 407 Southtowne Dr., South Milwaukee, WI 53172
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,199–$1,399
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1216 Memorial Dr, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
1 bed
1 bath
$1,025
Apartment for rent
1d ago
333 311, 211, 225, 235, 245, 323, 333 Southtowne Dr., South Milwaukee, WI 53172
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,149–$1,399
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
200 Southtowne Dr, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
2 beds
2 baths
$1,199–$1,399
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2001 10th Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$795–$995
Apartment for rent
4d ago
3344 Marina Rd, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
2 beds
1 bath
$1,224
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
200 Southtowne Dr, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
2 beds
2 baths
$1,199–$1,399
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in South Milwaukee
1809 17th Ave #3, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
2 beds
1 bath
$1,350
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
18h ago
921 - 927 North 27th Street, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
1 bed
1 bath
$850
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
200 Southtowne Dr, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
2 beds
2 baths
$1,199–$1,399
Apartment for rent
4d ago
3604 9th Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in South Milwaukee
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1125 Marion Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
1 bed
1 bath
$575
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for South Milwaukee, WI
Quick answers to common questions about the South Milwaukee rental market.
How much is rent in South Milwaukee?
The average rent in South Milwaukee is $1,199 per month as of June 13, 2026.
Is rent up or down in South Milwaukee?
Average rent prices in South Milwaukee have decreased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 17% since last year.
How does South Milwaukee rent compare to the national average?
Rent in South Milwaukee is 39% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $751 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in South Milwaukee?
To comfortably afford rent in South Milwaukee, you'd need to earn approximately $48,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in South Milwaukee?
South Milwaukee offers pet-friendly options for renters with furry companions. About 31% of available apartments welcome pets, providing a solid selection for those seeking accommodations for their animals.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).