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Rental Market Trends in West Milwaukee, WI

Updated September 2026

The average rent in West Milwaukee, WI is $720/month.

Rent in West Milwaukee is 57% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$720/month

Average Rent

559 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.1%

Change / Year

9

Available Apartments

West Milwaukee rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in West Milwaukee average $549 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in West Milwaukee average $720 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in West Milwaukee average $1,064 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in West Milwaukee average $1,307 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$549/month
250 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$720/month
559 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,064/month
968 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,307/month
1,032 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in West Milwaukee, WI?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.1%, which averages out to $8 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in West Milwaukee, WI

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in West Milwaukee, WI
Percentage*
Rent Range
25% Below $700/month
25% $700 - $1,000/month
50% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in West Milwaukee, WI?

Because the average rent in West Milwaukee is $720, you’ll want to make about $2,400 per month or $28,800 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

West Milwaukee, WI

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How does West Milwaukee, WI compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare West Milwaukee, WI to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • West Allis

    West Allis

    Avg Rent: $1,245/month

  • Milwaukee

    Milwaukee

    Avg Rent: $1,220/month

  • Greenfield

    Greenfield

    Avg Rent: $1,183/month

  • Bay View

    Bay View

    Avg Rent: $1,250/month

  • Wauwatosa

    Wauwatosa

    Avg Rent: $1,548/month

  • Greendale

    Greendale

    Avg Rent: $1,337/month

  • Saint Francis

    Saint Francis

    Avg Rent: $1,264/month

  • Hales Corners

    Hales Corners

    Avg Rent: $1,228/month

Apartment Communities in West Milwaukee We Think You'll Love

West Milwaukee Apartments, Inc.

West Milwaukee Apartments, Inc.

1215 S Westchester St,
Milwaukee, WI 53214

2 Beds | $1,500 - $1,700

1548 S 56th St

1548 S 56th St

1548 S 56th St,
West Milwaukee, WI 53214

2 Beds | $1,200

5720 W Rogers St

5720 W Rogers St

5720 W Rogers St,
milwaukee, WI 53221

2 Beds | $1,595

1611 S 56th St

1611 S 56th St

1611 S 56th St,
West Milwaukee, WI 53214

2 Beds | $1,625

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in West Milwaukee?

The average rent in West Milwaukee is $720 per month, which is 56.7% lower than the national average of $1,664.

Are rents going up or down in West Milwaukee?

Rents in West Milwaukee, WI are increasing, with prices up 1.1% year-over-year and $8 more per month.

What rent range is most common in West Milwaukee?

In West Milwaukee, WI, 50% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Wisconsin West Milwaukee Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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