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The 12 Best Overall Student Apartments Near Mount Mary College (October 2026)

Mount Mary CollegeMilwaukee, WIUpdated Monthly

By the FMP Data Team · Reviewed October 1, 2026

16 properties reviewed
75+ reviews analyzed
updated October 2026
independentno pay-to-rank
the short answer

MODERN LIVING leads our October 2026 ranking of the 12 Best Overall student apartments near Mount Mary College with a 4.4/5 FMP Score, followed by Ascent MKE and Park at 1824 Student 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 Mount Mary College for every option.

  • winnerMODERN LIVING
  • FMP Score range2.6–5.0 / 5
  • avg walk0 min to campus
  • rent range$595–$4868 /person
the ranking

The 12 Best Overall Student Apartments Near Mount Mary College

Sorted by FMP Score from verified Mount Mary College reviews, high to low. Scores reflect current Mount Mary College reviews only.

  1. MODERN LIVING
    4.4(6 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: MODERN LIVING stands out for combining proximity to campus with genuinely thoughtful amenities and staff who care about your day-to-day comfort. The building's huge glass windows and spacious bedrooms create an inviting living environment, while the gym and abundant common areas make it easy to host friends or just enjoy the space. Mary from maintenance and the management team are known for being quick, communicative, and genuinely helpful when issues come up. As one resident put it, "The views from the rooms are spectacular, especially when we have pretty sunsets. It is located right by the AMU and about a 3 minute walk." It's the kind of close-to-campus living that doesn't sacrifice quality or comfort.

    $1000/person/mo
  2. Ascent MKE
    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Ascent MKE stands out as the top overall choice near Mount Mary College because its staff genuinely goes the extra mile to make residents feel at home from day one. Students consistently praise the warmth and professionalism of team members like Jen and Krystal, who handle everything from tours to ongoing support with real care and attention. The building itself delivers on amenities, cleanliness, and a safe neighborhood vibe, plus it's 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." When your first impression and ongoing experience are shaped by people who actually want you to succeed, that changes everything.

    $2217/person/mo
  3. Park at 1824 Student Apartments
    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Park at 1824 Student Apartments earns its rank through a management team that listened to feedback and genuinely turned things around. Residents highlight the new leadership's efficiency and responsiveness, with staff like Lane and Eric earning specific praise for staying communicative and solving problems fast. The maintenance and management work together seamlessly, which means your requests actually get handled. As one resident noted, "New management definitely did a good job turning things around here," and multiple students have endorsed recommending it to friends that kind of word-of-mouth trust doesn't happen by accident.

    $599/person/mo
  4. Colonial Court Apartments
    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Colonial Court Apartments delivers the kind of stability and care that makes a place feel like home for the long haul. The office team guides you through move-in with genuine warmth, while maintenance responds with impressive speed to any issues and the building itself keeps improving with thoughtful upgrades like refinished hallways and new outdoor spaces. The neighborhood is quiet and safe, with easy access to Estabrook Park and local essentials. As one long-term resident shared, "The maintenance team is CRAZY fast when it comes to responding to work orders, and our apartment is beautifully updated." When you've got responsive staff, well-maintained grounds, and neighbors who actually respect the space, you've found something solid.

    $950/person/mo
  5. The Ritz on Kilbourn
    5.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: The Ritz on Kilbourn stands out for delivering the full package: a genuinely nice building in one of the best locations near campus, backed by staff who actually care. Residents consistently praise the responsiveness of management, maintenance, and cleaning teams people who treat your requests seriously and follow through fast. The sense of safety and community here is real, and as one long-term resident put it, "Everyone who I was in contact with was very pleasant to deal with and answered any requests or questions in a very quick manner." If you're looking to live solo and want to feel genuinely looked after, this is the place.

    $595/person/mo
  6. Alverno Pool Apartments
    4.6(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Alverno Pool Apartments earns its ranking on the strength of a management team that goes the extra mile. Sylvia, the apartment manager, has become a standout reason residents stick around she doesn't just process work orders, she follows up to check in on you. Maintenance responds quickly even for non-urgent issues, and the whole operation runs on genuine communication. As one resident noted, "She is always great with communication and gets the job done," which sums up the vibe here perfectly. When your management team actually cares, everything else falls into place.

    $1110/person/mo
  7. St. James Court Historic Apartments
    4.4(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: St. James Court Historic Apartments offers something you can't get anywhere else: living in a genuine 1903 landmark with soaring vintage ceilings and character that new construction can't touch. The building itself is beautiful, the hallway cleaners keep things nice weekly, and you get free radiator heat in winter a real money saver. That said, location matters here: the back units face a wedding venue that can get loud on spring and summer weekends, so pick your floor wisely. As one resident on the quieter fifth floor shared, "11 peaceful months so far with no maintenance issues," though your experience depends heavily on which side of the building you're on.

    $1750/person/mo
  8. The Buckler by 3L Living
    4.2(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: The Buckler by 3L Living has undergone a genuine turnaround that's worth paying attention to. After years of frustration with unresponsive management and broken promises, new leadership especially property manager Misty has flipped the script entirely. Recent residents report that complaints are now taken seriously, maintenance actually happens, and the building is clean. As one newer resident put it, "Misty has completely changed my experience living here in a very positive way," and she's backed that up with quick action and real follow-through. If you're considering this place, the new era is real just make sure you're moving in after the management shift.

    $1295/person/mo
  9. Marquette 2
    4.2(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Marquette 2 earns its spot as a top overall choice near Mount Mary thanks to a landlord who genuinely listens and a management team that keeps things running smoothly. Students consistently praise Grant's clear communication, responsive maintenance, and willingness to work with tenants, plus the fact that A/C and heating are included in the already-affordable rent. The units themselves are spacious and well-maintained, and as one resident reflected, they "lived here for two years during my time at Marquette, and left feeling extremely satisfied." It's the kind of place that actually makes your college years easier.

    $995/person/mo
  10. Johnson Legacy Apartments
    4.0(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Johnson Legacy Apartments stands out for its combination of security, space, and genuine hospitality from the office team. Residents love the secured entrance, elevator access, and quiet neighborhood feel, plus the office assistants consistently earn praise for being genuinely nice and helpful. The building itself is spacious and well-maintained, and the leasing process moves fast and smoothly. As one satisfied tenant put it, "It's a very nice place very spacious and secure."

    $775/person/mo
  11. Playbill Flats
    2.6(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Playbill Flats offers real value for the price and an excellent location with walkable restaurants and just 20 minutes to the lake, making it a solid choice for students who prioritize affordability and neighborhood vibes. The management team genuinely cares and responds quickly when they can, and the maintenance staff (especially Rick) goes above and beyond to help residents. That said, the building's age means climate control can be unreliable, so you're trading some comfort for location and price. As one long-term resident noted, "The management is amazing, so nice, accommodating and very responsive."

    $1135/person/mo
  12. Edge on North
    2.6(5 reviews)FMP Score

    why it ranked: Edge on North has friendly, accommodating staff and a welcoming vibe that appeals to students with pets and those seeking a community feel. The maintenance team genuinely cares about residents' needs and the overall atmosphere can be great when things go right. However, reviews reveal serious inconsistencies: aggressive move-out charges, security concerns including package theft and break-ins, and management that doesn't always follow through on tenant safety issues. As one resident experienced, "I left that apartment spotless. They charged me for the fridge, sink, stove top, cabinets, toilet, shower, washer, and dishwasher."

    $1575/person/mo

The Full Ranking, One Table

Sort by any column. The rank stays with the property.
The full ranking of every listed apartment, sortable by any column.
1MODERN LIVING4.4/56–$1000/mo
2Ascent MKE5.0/55–$2217/mo
3Park at 1824 Student Apartments5.0/55–$599/mo
4Colonial Court Apartments5.0/55–$950/mo
5The Ritz on Kilbourn5.0/55–$595/mo
6Alverno Pool Apartments4.6/55–$1110/mo
7St. James Court Historic Apartments4.4/55–$1750/mo
8The Buckler by 3L Living4.2/55–$1295/mo
9Marquette 24.2/55–$995/mo
10Johnson Legacy Apartments4.0/55–$775/mo
11Playbill Flats2.6/55–$1135/mo
12Edge on North2.6/55–$1575/mo

Walk times are door-to-door to Mount Mary College campus. Rent is per person, per month.

FMP award criteria

How We Ranked These Apartments

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Ranked by the FMP Score

FMP Score, high to low. That’s the whole ranking. It’s our overall measure of a property, combining verified review scores with signals reviews miss, like how current the listing is kept and how responsive management is. Ties go to the property with more verified reviews.

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Who Makes the List

Every property near Mount Mary College can appear, but it takes a minimum number of verified reviews before we score and rank it. Properties under that bar sit below every ranked property and move up automatically as reviews come in.

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How We Calculate the FMP Score

The FMP Score blends the social, management, and quality scores from verified reviews with signals that a place is actively and well run, like how up to date its listing is kept and how consistently management responds to residents. It’s built to surface genuinely well-run properties, not just the highest raw review average.

by the numbers

What Makes an Apartment ‘well-rounded’ Near Mount Mary College

We ran every verified overall review for Mount Mary College-area apartments through theme analysis. These are the themes students bring up most when a place feels well-rounded, by share of the reviews that mention them.

responsive management staff
10%
maintenance and repair delays
8%
cleanliness and pest issues
7%

Based on AI analysis of verified Mount Mary College overall reviews, refreshed monthly. Percentages show the share of reviews that mention each theme; most reviews mention more than one. See our complete Mount Mary College review data →

faqs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best overall student apartment near Mount Mary College?

MODERN LIVING leads our October 2026 ranking of the 12 Best Overall student apartments near Mount Mary College with a 4.4/5 FMP Score, followed by Ascent MKE and Park at 1824 Student Apartments.

How is this ranking calculated?

This list is ranked by one number: each property's overall score from verified reviews. Students rate a property's overall 1 to 5, and we average those scores, counting recent reviews more heavily than older ones. No self-reported data from landlords.

What makes an apartment the best overall?

The best overall apartments score highly across everything students rate (social scene, management, and unit quality), not just one. This ranking uses each property's overall rating from verified reviews.

How often is this ranking updated?

Monthly. We re-pull verified reviews and re-score every property at the start of each month, so the order reflects the most recent 24 months of student feedback. The “updated” date at the top of the page shows the latest refresh.

How many reviews does a property need to be included?

There's a minimum number of verified reviews to rank by score, and we don't publish the exact bar so it can't be gamed. Properties under it still appear, below every qualified property and ordered by review count, so a 5.0 from one review never outranks a 4.5 from thirty. Once a property collects enough reviews, it moves into the scored ranking automatically.

Is this ranking independent, or can properties pay to rank higher?

It's fully independent. There's no pay-to-rank. Position is set by verified reviews alone. Property managers can't buy placement, remove reviews, or influence the score.

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