Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design·Milwaukee, WI·Updated Monthly
By the FMP Data Team · Reviewed July 1, 2026
Ascent MKE leads our July 2026 ranking of the 12 Best Overall student apartments near Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design with a 5.0/5 FMP Score, followed by Park at 1824 Student Apartments and Colonial Court Apartments. Across the 16 properties reviewed, students keep coming back to amenities & shared spaces and management & maintenance: the overall signals that move a property up this ranking. Browse all off-campus housing near Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design for every option.
Sorted by FMP Score from verified Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design reviews, high to low. Scores reflect current Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design reviews only.
why it ranked: The top overall pick near Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design, at 5.0/5 from verified reviews. I came to Ascent for temporary housing after moving across the country. The staff here is absolutely amazing. Jen and Scott (front desk concierge) are awesome. They will make every effort…
| 1 | Ascent MKE | 5.0/5 | 5 | – | $2217/mo |
| 2 | Park at 1824 Student Apartments | 5.0/5 | 5 | – | $599/mo |
| 3 | Colonial Court Apartments | 5.0/5 | 5 | – | $950/mo |
| 4 | MODERN LIVING | 5.0/5 | 5 | – | $1000/mo |
| 5 | The Ritz on Kilbourn | 5.0/5 | 5 | – | $595/mo |
| 6 | Alverno Pool Apartments | 4.6/5 | 5 | – | $1110/mo |
| 7 | St. James Court Historic Apartments | 4.4/5 | 5 | – | $1750/mo |
| 8 | The Buckler by 3L Living | 4.2/5 | 5 | – | $1295/mo |
| 9 | Marquette 2 | 4.2/5 | 5 | – | $995/mo |
| 10 | Johnson Legacy Apartments | 4.0/5 | 5 | – | $775/mo |
| 11 | Playbill Flats | 2.6/5 | 5 | – | $1135/mo |
| 12 | Edge on North | 2.6/5 | 5 | – | $1575/mo |
Walk times are door-to-door to Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design campus. Rent is per person, per month.
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see the ranking →Ascent MKE leads our July 2026 ranking of the 12 Best Overall student apartments near Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design with a 5.0/5 FMP Score, followed by Park at 1824 Student Apartments and Colonial Court Apartments.
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why it ranked: A podium finish for overall near Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design, 5.0/5 from verified reviews. 我要租屋2房房型，請問如何聯絡物業或屋主
why it ranked: A podium finish for overall near Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design, 5.0/5 from verified reviews. Management is very responsive and the lawn/landscaping is well-kept! The neighborhood is great, too. Super close to Estabrook and all the events going on there!
why it ranked: Holds a 5.0/5 overall score from verified Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design reviews. The best building near campus! Glass windows are huge, gym is aesthetic & bedrooms are big
why it ranked: Holds a 5.0/5 overall score from verified Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design reviews. I stayed here for 2 years. I had a great experience! Everyone who I was in contact with (management, maintenance, cleaning, etc)…
why it ranked: Holds a 4.6/5 overall score from verified Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design reviews. Sylvia is the best! I submitted a couple work orders and she reached out to touch base with me. She is always great with…
why it ranked: Holds a 4.4/5 overall score from verified Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design reviews. 11 peaceful months so far on 5th floor with no maintenance issues. Convenient washer/dryer in basement. Free radiator heat in…
why it ranked: Holds a 4.2/5 overall score from verified Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design reviews. I am happy with my decision to move to the Buckler. The building is clean, I like the location and management is helpful and…
why it ranked: Holds a 4.2/5 overall score from verified Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design reviews. Lived here for two years during my time at Marquette, and left feeling extremely satisfied. Affordable rent, good square footage…
why it ranked: Holds a 4.0/5 overall score from verified Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design reviews. Love my new apartment and the office assistants are really nice
why it ranked: Holds a 2.6/5 overall score from verified Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design reviews. I lived at playbill for almost 2 years and I enjoyed my time there a lot. The management is amazing, so nice, accommodating and…
why it ranked: Holds a 2.6/5 overall score from verified Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design reviews. I lived here during my last year of undergrad and it was great. The staff is amazing, so incredibly friendly and accommodating…