Rowe MKE
1845 N Water St,
Milwaukee, WI 53202
$1,799 - $5,796
Studio - 3 Beds
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI
Marquette University - Milwaukee, WI Area Guide
Inviting growth of hearts, mind, and spirit
MU
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Marquette
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Golden Eagles
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Private
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Catholic
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Jesuit
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Urban
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Founded by the first Bishop of Milwaukee in 1881, Marquette University is a Catholic and Jesuit institution that encourages students to grow in hearts, mind, and spirit. Wisconsin’s largest private university, Marquette offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate majors, doctoral and master’s degree programs, School of Dentistry, and Law School. MU values excellence, faith, leadership, and service. The Marquette Golden Eagles sports teams compete in the NCAA Division I Big East Conference, contributing athletic excellence to the university and the community. Located within walking distance of the heart of Downtown Milwaukee, Marquette is surrounded by plenty of apartments and lofts available for rent. Neighborhoods convenient to Marquette include Avenues West, Westown, and Downtown. In addition to the cultural and culinary amenities of Downtown Milwaukee, Marquette is close to Lake Michigan. You can easily indulge in a range of indoor and outdoor pursuits. MU is also a short drive from Chicago, an excellent choice for a weekend getaway.
Explore the College
The Straz Tower is home the famous Bob's Barber Shop
Gesu Church was founded in 1887
The Raynor Memorial Libraries contain unique collections of books and materials
The Haggerty Museum of Art is one of the nation's leading university art museums
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Milwaukee, WI is $1,006 for a studio, $1,203 for one bedroom, $1,526 for two bedrooms, and $2,027 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Milwaukee has increased by 1.7% in the past year.
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Studio
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433 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,006/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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646 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,203/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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959 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,526/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,218 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,027/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Marquette University - Milwaukee, WI (University) is for everyday living.
Very Walkable
Walkability
80
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
Daily Essentials
Marquette University - Milwaukee, WI (University) offers all daily essentials, but they’re limited to a few main areas.
Supermarket Within a 5 Minute Walk
Groceries
90
/ 100
Good Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
70
/ 100
Fair Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
50
/ 100
Good Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
60
/ 100
Recreation
Marquette University - Milwaukee, WI (University) provides green space and wellness resources in certain areas.
Large Amount of Park Space Nearby
Parks
70
/ 100
Good Wellness Amenity Variety Nearby
Wellness
60
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in Marquette University - Milwaukee, WI (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Vibrant Atmosphere
Vibrancy
60
/ 100
Good Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
70
/ 100
Moderately Noisy
Quiet Score
40
/ 100
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Grades PK-5
485 Students
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Grades K-8
340 Students
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Grades PK-8
501 Students
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Grades PK-5
143 Students
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Grades K-12
1,174 Students
Public
Grades K-8
340 Students
Maryland Avenue Montessori School
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Grades PK-8
501 Students
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Grades K-12
1,174 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
756 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
559 Students
Reagan College Preparatory High
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Grades 9-12
1,343 Students
Public
Grades K-12
1,174 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
145 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
145 Students
Rufus King International High School
Public
Grades 9-12
1,283 Students
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Points of Interest
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Parks and Recreation
- Milwaukee Public Museum
- The Pabst Theater
- Hank Aaron State Trail
- Betty Brinn Children's Museum
- Lakeshore State Park
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- General Mitchell International
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