Milwaukee, WI. - While residents of Milwaukee enjoy a lower cost of living than the national average, including their large neighbor to the south, Chicago, housing prices have been creeping up in recent years. Especially, the cost of renting an apartment.
For example, the average price to rent an apartment in the city is now more than $1,300 a month. However, if renters take the time to explore the entire metro area, they can still find rental housing for under $800 a month.
1. The Maples - Racine
Just outside the city, The Maples has small studio units starting at $735 a month and one-bedroom units that start at $795 a month.
Residents enjoy a fitness center, laundry facilities, and controlled access for more security.
2. Sycamore Place - Milwaukee
Located in the heart of the city, Sycamore Place has cozy studio units that rent for as low as $795 a month.
Amenities include a fitness center, clubhouse, laundry facilities, controlled access for added security, and being near public transportation.
3. Harbor View Village - Milwaukee
Another affordable option in the city, Harbor View Village occasionally has one-bedroom apartments that rent for $700 a month.
Community amenities include things like paid heat and water, a patio, and on-site laundry facilities.
4. Fox Point Village - Waukesha
Fox Point Village in nearby Waukesha, has one-bedroom units starting at $695 a month.
Residents enjoy a nice courtyard, walk-in closets, and being near public transportation.
5. Lake Crest - Milwaukee
Located on the lower east side of the city, Lake Crest has one-bedroom units that start in the $700s.
Amenities include laundry service, a smoke-free living environment, and free heat and water.
6. Harbor Pointe Apartments- Milwaukee
Another budget-friendly option in the city, the Harbor Pointe Apartments have studio units that rent for $800 a month.
Community amenities include a swimming pool and clubhouse, a pet play area, and on-site maintenance and property manager.
7. Burnham Hill Apartments - Milwaukee
Located near Burnham Park, the Burnham Hill Apartments have cozy studio units that rent for just $755 a month. And that includes all utilities.
Residents enjoy walking and biking trails, controlled access for more security, and high-speed internet access.
8. Thompson Meadows Apartments - Saint Francis
Finally, if you are looking for a 55-and-older senior housing community outside the city, Thompson Meadows Apartments have one-bedroom units starting at $800 a month, for residents that meet the income restrictions.
Amenities include things like on-site maintenance and laundry facilities, planned social activities, a courtyard, and package service.
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