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South Milwaukee, WI

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Join a close-knit community brimming with possibility

Suburban Lakeside Family-Friendly Close-Knit Active Welcoming Affordable Picturesque Quiet

Nestled on the western shores of Lake Michigan, South Milwaukee combines small-town charm with big-city convenience. Engulfed in stunning natural beauty, South Milwaukee is just ten miles from the heart of Downtown Milwaukee and its many metropolitan amenities. South Milwaukee residents enjoy a strong sense of community fostered by events such as Community Night Out, Evening on the Avenue, Lionsfest, Heritage Day Parade, and Old Fashioned Christmas.

Outdoor recreation abounds in South Milwaukee, with numerous local parks, including the expansive Grant Park, which contains hiking and biking trails, a swimming beach, an 18-hole golf course, and several tennis courts. A host of local shops and family restaurants add to the personal, small-town experience in South Milwaukee. Cultural entertainment not limited to Downtown Milwaukee as the South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center hosts a wide variety of musical and theatrical events on a regular basis.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in South Milwaukee, WI is $871 for a studio, $938 for one bedroom, $1,060 for two bedrooms, and $1,270 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in South Milwaukee has decreased by -2.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$938/month
724 Sq Ft
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Transportation

69

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

37

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

51

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Luther Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

205 Students

7
out of 10

Rawson Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

380 Students

5
out of 10

Lakeview Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

290 Students

4
out of 10

Blakewood Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

323 Students

2
out of 10

South Milwaukee Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

587 Students

3
out of 10

South Milwaukee High

Public

Grades 9-12

988 Students

3
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • The Domes
  • Jo-Don Farms
  • Lakeshore State Park
  • Discovery World at Pier Wisconsin
  • Boerner Botanical Gardens

Airports

  • General Mitchell International

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