The 12 Best Overall Student Apartments Near Milwaukee School of Engineering (October 2026)

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   MODERN LIVING

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   4.4(6 reviews)FMP Score

   why it ranked: MODERN LIVING delivers on the promise of close-to-campus living with style, space, and staff who actually care. The standout feature is the stunning design those huge glass windows and big bedrooms create a genuinely beautiful living environment but what keeps residents happy is the responsive maintenance team (Mary gets special mention for going above and beyond) and management that handles problems quickly. The location is unbeatable at just a three-minute walk from campus, and the common spaces are generous enough for real social gatherings. As one resident noted, 'The best building near campus! Glass windows are huge, gym is aesthetic & bedrooms are big.' It's where great location meets genuinely thoughtful living.

   $1000/person/mo
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   Ascent MKE

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   5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

   why it ranked: Ascent MKE stands out as the top overall choice near Milwaukee School of Engineering because of its genuinely exceptional staff who make you feel at home from day one. Students consistently rave about the concierge team Jen and Scott are named repeatedly for their warmth, professionalism, and willingness to go the extra mile on any request. The building itself is clean and well-maintained, with solid amenities and a safe, welcoming neighborhood vibe that extends to being genuinely dog-friendly. As one resident put it, 'The staff here is absolutely amazing. They will make every effort to help with anything you ask.' That personal touch is what sets Ascent apart.

   $2217/person/mo
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   Park at 1824 Student Apartments

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   5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

   why it ranked: Park at 1824 has earned its ranking through a genuine management turnaround that students notice and appreciate. The newer leadership team especially Lane and Eric has rebuilt trust through responsive communication and efficient maintenance, turning what sounds like a troubled past into a genuinely solid living situation. Residents highlight the quality and speed of both staff and maintenance responses, and the overall vibe is one of a complex that's actively getting better. As one satisfied tenant said, 'Management is really helpful and efficient, they've really done a good job turning things around here.'

   $599/person/mo
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   Colonial Court Apartments

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   5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

   why it ranked: Colonial Court Apartments wins hearts with its combination of thoughtful management, lightning-fast maintenance, and genuine community care. Long-term residents consistently praise the responsive office team, the speedy maintenance crew that tackles work orders almost immediately, and the steady stream of building improvements from hallway refinishing to new grills and landscaping. The neighborhood itself is quiet, safe, and close to everything you need, with easy access to Estabrook Park. As one two-year tenant put it, 'The maintenance team is CRAZY fast when it comes to responding to work orders, and our apartment is beautifully updated.' It's the kind of place where people stay because they genuinely want to.

   $950/person/mo
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   The Ritz on Kilbourn

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   5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

   why it ranked: The Ritz on Kilbourn stands out for delivering the kind of all-around student experience that makes living off-campus feel like a genuine win. Management, maintenance, and cleaning staff all earn consistent praise for being genuinely pleasant and responsive, handling requests and questions with real speed. The building itself is well-maintained and sits in what residents call probably the best location on campus, paired with a strong sense of safety that matters when you're living independently. As one two-year resident put it, "Everyone who I was in contact with was very pleasant to deal with and answered any requests or questions that I had in a very quick manner."

   $595/person/mo
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   Alverno Pool Apartments

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   4.6(5 reviews)FMP Score

   why it ranked: Alverno Pool Apartments wins on the strength of genuinely attentive management that goes beyond the basics. The apartment manager earns consistent praise for being helpful and responsive, and Sylvia in particular has become a standout residents highlight her proactive communication and her willingness to follow up on work orders to make sure things actually get resolved. Maintenance responds quickly even to non-urgent issues, which speaks to a property that takes care of its residents. As one resident noted, "Sylvia is the best! I submitted a couple work orders and she reached out to touch base with me."

   $1110/person/mo
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   St. James Court Historic Apartments

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   4.4(5 reviews)FMP Score

   why it ranked: St. James Court Historic Apartments offers something genuinely special: the chance to live in a beautiful 1903 building with real architectural character and charm. The space itself delivers on that promise, with vintage tall ceilings, convenient in-unit washer/dryer access, and free radiator heat in winter that keeps costs down. Weekly hallway cleaning and respectful neighbors create a peaceful living environment, though you'll want to know that summer heat requires your own AC and the back of the building can experience noise from an adjacent wedding venue during peak season. One resident captured the appeal well: "11 peaceful months so far on 5th floor with no maintenance issues... Love the vintage tall ceilings."

   $1750/person/mo
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   The Buckler by 3L Living

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   4.2(5 reviews)FMP Score

   why it ranked: The Buckler by 3L Living has undergone a genuine transformation under new management, and recent residents are seeing a property that's finally delivering on its potential. The shift came with a new property manager, Misty, who residents credit with taking complaints seriously, responding quickly to fix problems, and putting real effort into improving the building's cleanliness and overall condition. The location is solid and the building itself is clean, with management now actually responsive and helpful a stark contrast to earlier reviews. As one recent resident put it, "Recently, we have been fortunate get a new property manager, Misty, who has completely changed my experience living here in a very positive way."

   $1295/person/mo
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   Marquette 2

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   4.2(5 reviews)FMP Score

   why it ranked: Marquette 2 stands out as a solid overall choice near MSOE thanks to responsive management and straightforward operations that actually work. Students consistently praise Grant's clear communication, helpful website, and willingness to solve problems directly, plus the included A/C and heating keep costs predictable. The spacious units and on-site parking earn real appreciation, and as one resident summed it up, the place "made my Marquette experience and would recommend to anyone." You get reliable landlord support without the headaches.

   $995/person/mo
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    Johnson Legacy Apartments

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    4.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Johnson Legacy Apartments delivers a secure, comfortable living environment with the amenities and service that make student life easier. Residents highlight the spacious layout, quiet neighborhood feel, secured entrance, and elevator access, plus genuinely friendly office staff who make the move-in process smooth. As one tenant noted, "It's a very nice place very spacious and secure," and the quick, professional onboarding keeps things stress-free from day one.

    $775/person/mo
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    Playbill Flats

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    2.6(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Playbill Flats earns its rank for overall value and location, sitting just a 20-minute walk from the lake with tons of restaurants nearby. The building offers genuinely good pricing and management that can be responsive and accommodating when things go right. However, the aging infrastructure means A/C and heating fail repeatedly, and as one frustrated resident put it, "Currently on hour 49 of no heat. Maintenance is only one guy (who is amazing but can't do much with a frozen system)." You'll want to weigh the location and price against the climate control gamble.

    $1135/person/mo
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    Edge on North

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    2.6(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Edge on North presents a mixed picture for overall living near MSOE, with some residents finding genuinely friendly, accommodating staff and a pet-friendly vibe. Others report serious concerns around security, maintenance responsiveness, and move-out charge disputes that feel excessive. One resident captured the inconsistency: "I left that apartment spotless. They charged me for the fridge, sink, stove top, cabinets, toilet, shower, washer, and dishwasher." The experience here seems to depend heavily on timing and luck.

    $1575/person/mo

Walk times are door-to-door to Milwaukee School of Engineering campus. Rent is per person, per month.