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Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee, WI under $1200

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Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee, WI under $1200. 144 Rentals Available
  • 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 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
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  • 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
  • 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
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  • 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 kitchen with white appliances and a ceiling fan
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    1947 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202
    1 BED $935
  • 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
    Today

    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
    Today

    9007 W. Beloit Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53227
    1 BED $719
  • a living room with a fireplace and a carpeted floor
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    9220 N 75Th Street #101, Milwaukee, WI 53223
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $880+
    2 BEDS $1,045
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Getting around in Milwaukee, WI

68 /100
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 19 Feb 2026.

What are the best apartments in Milwaukee, WI?

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

What type of rental buildings are in Milwaukee, WI?

In Milwaukee 58% of the housing is rented out compared to 42% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 15% of Milwaukee's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 67% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 17% are single-family rentals.

Apartments in Milwaukee, WI under $1,200

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $1,200?” is a great question to start from. Knowing your budget means you’re one step ahead and on the right track. We’ve taken care of the rest and found 144 apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI on which you’ll spend less than $1,200. A small, cheap rental means you’ll have to budget your living space as well. The great news is that keeping it simple pays off in more than one way. The cost of utilities is likely to run low, and you get the added benefit of not having to spend too much time cleaning up the whole place. Smaller apartments are more likely to be closer to the city center, so there are potential cuts to your transportation costs too. And here’s one more very special secret to add to your book-of-perks: you’re less likely to overshop when you know your space is limited.

Rentals near you under $1,200

Our goal is to help you find cheap apartments that live up to your dreams without crushing your budget. It may be a long shot to go looking for 3 bedroom apartments or even 2 bedroom for less than $1,200. The average rental size in Milwaukee, WI is 806 Sqft, but the $1,200 limit will probably narrow your search to places with a smaller square footage. Go through our listings and be on the look-out for a hassle-free studio or a 1 bedroom apartment. We trust you’ll turn it into a cozy home which is also budget-friendly to the core.

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