Amazing location! Freshly painted large 2 bed / 1 bath unit in heart of lower east side / downtown. New laminate flooring throughout. Blocks from Brady St and multiple grocery stores. Endless dining options, 10 min walk to lakefront, Deer district & UWM/MSOE. On streetcar and bus line. Private shared back yard with fire pit. Basement storage and laundry hookup available with laundry next store.
Tenant pays gas/electric. Water bill back individually.
1518 N Van Buren St
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Apartment building
1-2 beds
Available units
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What's special
New laminate flooringFire pitBasement storage
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Oven
- Refrigerator
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: Lower East Side
- Walkable StreetsPedestrian-friendly layout encourages walking to shops, dining, and parks.Arts SceneGalleries, murals, and cultural venues showcase creativity and artistic talent.Dining SceneFrom casual bites to fine dining, a haven for food lovers.Beach AccessEasy coastal access for swimming, sunbathing, and seaside relaxation.
Centered on Milwaukee’s lakefront, 53202 blends historic brick streets and modern high-rises with easy lake breezes and four-season living—sunny summers on the shore and snowy, cozy winters. Weekends revolve around Bradford Beach, Veterans, Juneau, and Lakeshore State parks, the Oak Leaf Trail for biking and jogging, and a coffee-to-cocktail circuit along Brady Street and in the Historic Third Ward. Landmarks include the Milwaukee Art Museum’s Calatrava wing, the Pabst Theater, Cathedral Square events like Jazz in the Park, and the Milwaukee Public Market. Daily life is walkable and transit-friendly via The Hop streetcar, with groceries at Metro Market and quick stops at Colectivo’s Lakefront cafe and Glorioso’s Italian Market. Dining ranges from casual patios to chef-driven kitchens, with late-night energy and local breweries nearby. Many buildings welcome pets, and lakefront paths are dog-walker favorites; the area skews young professionals with a mix of longtime residents and empty nesters. Recent Zillow Market Trends show median asking rent near $1,700, with typical listings from the low $1,200s to the upper $2,000s.
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Travel times
Nearby schools in Milwaukee
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Lincoln Center of the ArtsGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Cass Street SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Golda Meir SchoolGrades: 3-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 1518 N Van Buren St?
1518 N Van Buren St has a walk score of 95, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 1518 N Van Buren St?
1518 N Van Buren St has a transit score of 64, it has good transit.
What schools are assigned to 1518 N Van Buren St?
The schools assigned to 1518 N Van Buren St include Lincoln Center of the Arts, Cass Street School, and Golda Meir School.
What neighborhood is 1518 N Van Buren St in?
1518 N Van Buren St is in the Lower East Side neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI.
