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Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee, WI under $1200

144 Rentals Available
Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee, WI under $1200. 144 Rentals Available
  • Compact Kitchen at Prospect East Apartments, Milwaukee Wisconsin Fitness Center With Modern Equipment at Prospect East Apartments, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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    1947 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202
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    1 BED $935
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    Overview

    Living in the heart of the East Side has never been nicer than at Prospect East Apartments! Our inviting one-bedroom apartments in East Side Milwaukee are a steal for the level of comfort they provide. This is thanks to their thoughtful amenities and unsurpassed value, all close to everything Downtown has to offer.

    Amenities
    • Dishwasher
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Pets Allowed
  • a kitchen with a sink and a refrigerator
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    903 E Juneau Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53202
    STUDIO $895+
    1 BED $995+
  • a kitchen and a living room with a carpet
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    1720 S. 29Th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53215
    STUDIO $767+
    1 BED $844+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    9200 North 75Th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53223
    STUDIO $810+
    1 BED $905+
    2 BEDS $1,120+
  • the living room of an apartment with carpet and windows
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    2434 W. Wells St., Milwaukee, WI 53223
    STUDIO $775
    1 BED $825
    2 BEDS $1,025
  • a kitchen with white appliances and a ceiling fan
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    1947 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202
    1 BED $935
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  • a kitchen with a stove and sink and wooden cabinets
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    4601 S. 1St Street, Milwaukee, WI 53207
    STUDIO Ask for pricing
    1 BED $925
    2 BEDS $1,100
  • a white kitchen with white appliances and white cabinets
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    2526 N Farwell Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53211
    1 BED $1,075
  • a living room with a carpet and a sliding glass door
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    2414 N Oakland Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53211
    1 BED $995+
  • a kitchen with black cabinets and a white stove and refrigerator
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    2545 N Maryland Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53211
    1 BED $995+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a refrigerator
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    3863 N Humboldt Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53212
    1 BED $925
  • an apartment building with white doors and a sidewalk
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    5201-5219 W. Howard Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53220-2066
    2 BEDS $975
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  • a large brick building with a lawn in front of it
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    2508 N. Stowell Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53202
    1 BED $850
  • a living room with two white couches and a television
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    3728 S. 43Rd St #16, Milwaukee, WI 53220
    1 BED Ask for pricing
    2 BEDS $1,135
  • a living room and kitchen with a couch and a table
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    7500 West Dean Road, Milwaukee, WI 53223
    STUDIO $795
    1 BED $1,095
  • a small kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
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    2510 N Murray Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53211
    1 BED $995+
  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and wooden cabinets
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    1743 N Cambridge Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53202
    STUDIO $970+
  • a small kitchen with white appliances and black cabinets
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    2604 N Murray Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53211
    1 BED $1,035+
  • a kitchen with white appliances and black cabinets
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    2047 N Cambridge Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53202
    STUDIO $925+
    1 BED $935+
  • a white kitchen with white appliances and white cabinets
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    3869 N Humboldt Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53212
    1 BED Ask for pricing
    2 BEDS $1,045
  • a house with a wooden fence in front of it
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    2836 N 50Th St, Milwaukee, WI 53210
    3 BEDS $1,200
  • the side of a brick house in the snow
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    3829 West Fairmount Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53209
    2 BEDS $800
  • a tall brick building on the side of a street
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    1732 N. Prospect Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53202
    1 BED $1,050
  • a white kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator
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    1219 W Walker Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53204
    STUDIO $750
    1 BED $800
  • a kitchen with a sink and a staircase in a house
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    9007 W. Beloit Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53227
    1 BED $719
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Somewhat Walkable
52 /100
Good Transit
51 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 68, Transit Score®: 52, Bike Score®: 51

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Milwaukee, WI last updated?

Prices and availability in Milwaukee, WI were last updated on 5 Apr 2026.

What are the best apartments in Milwaukee, WI?

The best apartments in Milwaukee, WI are: Prospect East Apartments, Stitchweld, Juneau, 4915 N 40th St and Avenir.

What type of rental buildings are in Milwaukee, WI?

In Milwaukee, 58% of the residents are renting compared to 42% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 15% of Milwaukee's rentals, 67% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 17% are single-family rentals.

Your search for apartments in Milwaukee, WI under $1,200 stops here

Finding apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI for less than $1,200 has never been so easy! At RentCafe nice cheap apartments are just one click away. There are currently 144 available units in Milwaukee, WI, renting for under $1,200. On average, $982 can get you 806 Sqft in this area. Be sure to search for the apartment that is best for you. Under “More”, check the amenities that you consider a must-have, and don’t forget to look at the pet policy. Fitness enthusiasts can even check the Fitness Center box. Whether you are looking for studio apartments, 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, you are sure to find one that will make you want to move in right away.

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