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  • 1229 S 8th St

    Milwaukee, WI 53204

    Apartment building
    2-3 beds

    Available units

    This building may have units for rent or for sale. Select a unit to contact.

    What's special

    Restored original hardwood floorsLots of windowsModern gas rangeHigh ceilingsFull dining room
    If interested in this apartment, please send a message including the following info: Full names of all adult applicants, sources of income, current living situation, desired move date, etc. The more background you can include, the better. First-floor flat in historic Walker Square (Almost 1000 square feet). Rowhouse-style apartment building, with separate entrances for each unit. Built in 1894, oozing character. Large living room AND full dining room. High ceilings (9 ft 4 in), lots of windows, and restored, original hardwood floors throughout. Ceramic-tiled shower and bathroom floors. Custom kitchen cabinets with granite countertops installed in 2021. Walk-in closet in master BR, small closet in 2nd BR. Near National Ave., Greenfield Ave., and Mitchell St. retail districts. Walk to restaurants, the United Community Center and more, including Great Lakes Distillery, Iron Horse Hotel, Harley-Davidson museum. Sorry, no dogs or indoor cigarette smoking. STREET PARKING ONLY - NO OFF-STREET SPOTS INCLUDED. Utilities not included, except water. High-efficiency LED light bulbs in all ceiling fixtures, all storm windows intact, thick walls, so utilities should be reasonable. Laundry machines (free!) in basement, shared with one other unit (2nd floor neighbors). Modern gas range (2021) and fridge included. Lead pipes serving building have been replaced with copper, so tap water is safe to drink. Windows and sills have also had lead paint removed by certified contractor. Tenants responsible for snow shoveling front area in winter. Basement storage available. Multi-cultural apartment community home to many refugees - bigots need not apply. Owner pays for trash, water, and sewer. Tenant pays for gas and electric. Tenant is required to carry renter's insurance.

    Facts, features & policies

    Unit features

    Appliances
    • Refrigerator
    Flooring
    • Hardwood

    Neighborhood: Walker's Point

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    Travel times

    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    90 / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    57 / 100
    Good Transit
    62 / 100
    Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Milwaukee

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of 1229 S 8th St?

    1229 S 8th St has a walk score of 90, it's a walker's paradise.

    What is the transit score of 1229 S 8th St?

    1229 S 8th St has a transit score of 57, it has good transit.

    What schools are assigned to 1229 S 8th St?

    The schools assigned to 1229 S 8th St include Allen-Field School, Hayes Bilingual School, and Bradley Technology & Trade High School.

    What neighborhood is 1229 S 8th St in?

    1229 S 8th St is in the Walker's Point neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI.