Apartments For Rent in South Milwaukee, WI

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Apartments For Rent Near South Milwaukee, WI

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What Locals Say about South Milwaukee

  • Mark S.
    "I've lived here for going on 6 months now and I can tell you it's exactly what I've wanted for years..it's south Milwaukee..it's quiet and people are friendly..I love it and wouldn't change a thing"
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  • Stephanie O.
    "I have lived in this community for a little over a year now. People take good care of their properties, they are friendly, does local police and fire departments are both filled with awesome people who are super nice, and it's a great place to live."
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  • Ann H.
    "everybody is pet friendly and so am i love having animals around have to keep the leashed because it is a busy main street but it is do-able do have a back yard where I tied my dog out I like south Milwaukee and am looking for something more affordable to rent and is pet friendly"
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  • Amber K.
    "Just moved here and so far it’s nice. So many people outside walking or kids playing in their yards. I can walk or bike to the store. Short drive from the lake too."
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  • Stephanie T.
    "I moved here from California when I was 2 years old and I was raised here in south milwaukee. friendly neighbors and a calm suburb. schools are great and not much crime. lots of parks and trails. and close to the lake. we love it here and plan on staying here to raise our children in a great neighborhood."
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  • Booboojohn
    "Great neighborhood. It’s quite. For a small city, there’s a lot to do. Beautiful park, close by. And not to far from the free way. "
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  • Jordan
    "been living in this neighborhood for about 5 years it's pretty nice so far. a lot of places are in walking distance "
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  • Jjzaczek12
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 28 years and not much has changed which is nice. Lovely for family’s. "
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  • Latisha W.
    "25 mins to work via highway. In the morning not real busy but traffic picks up on highway about 715am "
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  • Imsotweet93
    "lived in the neighborhood for over 7 years and it's been pretty peaceful over our time here. generally safe and friendly. "
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  • Jj
    "Great neighborhood to live in. Lived here for 28 years. School system is pretty solid. Friendly neighbors. Conveniently located close to downtown without the riffraff"
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  • Steve B.
    "Often see dogs being walked by our house not many pit bulls if any almost always on leashes and most are well looked after by their owners "
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  • S l.
    "Safe for kids, dog friendly, friendly neighbors and community. Good schools. Apartments are decently priced. "
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Average Rent Trends in South Milwaukee, WI

Rent in South Milwaukee, WI varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent increased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Nov 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jun 2025$1,000
Jul 2025$1,145
Aug 2025$1,200
Sep 2025$1,275
Oct 2025$1,237
Nov 2025$1,350
Dec 2025$1,250
Jan 2026$1,249
Feb 2026$1,268
Mar 2026$1,250
Apr 2026$1,281
May 2026$1,332
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$995$1,375$1,400—$1,315
Townhomes—$1,700$2,500—$2,000
Apartments and Condos—$1,375$1,315—$1,375
Houses——$2,350—$2,350
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in South Milwaukee, WI

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in South Milwaukee, WI?
    The average rent of an apartment in South Milwaukee, WI is $1,226 per month. This is about 36% lower than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a house in South Milwaukee, WI?
    The average rent of a house in South Milwaukee, WI is $2,350 per month. This is about 22% higher than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a townhome in South Milwaukee, WI?
    The average rent of a townhome in South Milwaukee, WI is $2,000 per month. This is about 4% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in South Milwaukee, WI?
    In the last year, the average rent in South Milwaukee, WI was lowest in Mar 2025 when it was $995 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in South Milwaukee, WI?
    In the last year, the average rent in South Milwaukee, WI was highest in Nov 2025 when it was $1,350 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in South Milwaukee, WI?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in South Milwaukee, WI is $995 per month. That is about $300 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in South Milwaukee, WI?
    There are 26 available rental listings in South Milwaukee, WI.
  • What are some zip codes in South Milwaukee, WI?
    South Milwaukee, WI includes zip codes such as: 53172.
  • What are some cities near South Milwaukee, WI?
    Some nearby cities include: Cudahy, Oak Creek, Saint Francis, Greendale, Franklin. These cities may have more rental options to explore.