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Houses for Rent in Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI

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    1202 S Layton Blvd, Milwaukee, WI 53215
    3 BEDS $3,000
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    4020A South 1St Street, Milwaukee, WI 53207
    2 BEDS $1,500
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    300 W Burnham St, Milwaukee, WI 53204
    3 BEDS $2,000
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    220 East Smith Street, Milwaukee, WI 53207
    4 BEDS $1,850
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    6016 South 19Th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53221
    3 BEDS $3,000
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    3106 West State Street, Milwaukee, WI 53208
    3 BEDS $1,550
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    816 S 115Th St, West Allis, WI 53214
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    2703 Pond Dr, Saint Francis, WI 53235
    3 BEDS $2,975
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    2780 Hidden Drive, Saint Francis, WI 53235
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    Various Locations - North Side, Milwaukee, WI 53206
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    645 Hi View Ct, Elm Grove, WI 53122
    3 BEDS $3,395
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    6262 South Robert Avenue, Cudahy, WI 53110
    2 BEDS $1,600
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    675 Verdant Drive, Elm Grove, WI 53122
    3 BEDS $3,100
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    3527 N 14Th St, Milwaukee, WI 53206
    4 BEDS $1,800
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    4930 N 22Nd St, Milwaukee, WI 53209
    2 BEDS $975
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    Hampton And 76Th Street Northwest Side, Milwaukee, WI 53218
    3 BEDS $1,800
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    10880 S Superior Place, Oak Creek, WI 53154
    3 BEDS $3,000+
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Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI rent trends

Rental prices in Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI have increased by 1.4% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,182 to $1,199.

Average rent in Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI

$1,199/mo Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI average rental price, October 2025
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI is around $1,199.

    What's the typical rent budget in Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI?

    A share of 4% of apartments in Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI have the cheapest rents between ≤ $1000. Around 88% of Southwest Side Milwaukee's apartments have monthly rents between $1,001-$1,500. There are 8% of apartments with rents between $1,501-$2,000.

    The largest share of rentals in Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI (88%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Southwest Side Milwaukee, WI

    63 /100
    Somewhat Walkable
    45 /100
    Some Transit
    57 /100
    Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 63, Transit Score®: 45, Bike Score®: 57

    Frequently asked questions

    What are the advantages of renting a house in Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI?

    Renting a house in Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

    What are the downsides of renting a house apartment in Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI?

    Houses for rent in Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI are usually located in non-central areas.

    Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI demographics

    • 48,317Total Population
    • 24,534 Female
      23,783 Male
    • 38Median Age

    In total, Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI has 48,317 residents, 24,534 women and 23,783 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of Southwest Side Milwaukee’s population is 38.

    Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI households

    • 11,127 Family
      7,785 Non-family
    • 5,887 Children
      13,025 No Children
    • 18,912Total Number of Households
    • 1.72Average People Per Household
    • $70,150Median Household Income

    There is a total of 18,912 households in Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI. Of these, 5,887 have children and 13,025 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 11,127 family households and 7,785 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in Southwest Side Milwaukee is 1.72 people, on average. The median household annual income in Southwest Side Milwaukee equals $70,150, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,112.

    Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI education statistics

    According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 9% of the population in Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI have no high school education, 43% went to high-school, and 21% have partially completed college. Moreover, 7% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 14% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 5% hold a Graduate Degree.

    Renting a house in Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI

    You know it’s time for a change, and snatching your dream house might be the perfect way to start. If you’re not sure where to look, we’ll give you a tip. About 17 rental homes are located in Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI, ranging in price from $975 to $3,395. Whether you’re looking for duplexes, townhouses or single family homes for rent, you’re sure to find what you need. The average rent for a Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI property is about $2,265, but if you’re looking for cheap houses for rent, take a look at 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom properties, which are likely to be more affordable.

    Renting a house. It’s a family affair!

    Single family homes have long been an attractive option for family oriented people. If you have a big family, 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom properties might be the right fit for you. To find the home of your dreams, don’t forget to use the filters on RentCafe, so you can be sure that you’re not wasting any time looking at properties that don’t interest you. Soon enough you will be enjoying the privacy and comfort of your new home, without any noises coming from the upstairs neighbors. Don’t forget about the added benefit of having a backyard, a safe place for your children and family pet, where you can also try your hand at gardening and, why not, grow your own organic vegetables. Don’t forget to ask your landlord for permission in writing before you make any changes to the landscape. If one of the 17 Southwest Side Milwaukee, Milwaukee, WI homes for rent is the right one for you, you can apply for a lease online right here on RentCafe.

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