These spectacular apartments are located at the Court of Honor on Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee's "main street". The downtown Milwaukee views including the Court of Honor, Milwaukee's Central Library, Old Saint James Church, the Wisconsin Club, the County Court House, the Menomonee Valley, etc. are incredible. The apartments are spacious with entry foyers, living rooms with decorative cornices and fireplaces, bathrooms with vintage fixtures including clawfoot tubs, roomy bedrooms, well designed kitchens, hardwood floors, high ceilings, large windows, large closets, pantries, and more. The building is a one of a kind-a classic-reminiscent of NYC, Paris, etc.
The building, Saint James Court Historic Apartments, has classic character including hardwood floors, stained glass, abundant and large windows, marble entrance, completely restored bird cage elevator, and flower garden. At Saint James you'll feel cozy, comfortable, and right at home.
The Saint James Court Historic Apartments building is located in downtown Milwaukee across from Milwaukee's Central Library; the actual address is 831 W. Wisconsin. Saint James Court was built in 1903 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Its architects, Ferry & Clas, designed a number of very prominent Milwaukee buildings including the Central Library and the Pabst Mansion.
Saint James Court has been completely restored in accordance with the US Department of Interior's standards for historic renovation. The building offers a blend of historic charm and exceptional customer service at an exciting downtown location. Saint James Court staff's approach is thorough, attentive, and uncompromising with respect to customer service and building cleanliness.
Utilities included in the rent are steam heat, hot water, water/sewer, cooking gas and high speed internet. Residents pay for electric and parking (if needed). Shared laundry machines are located on the building's ground level.
Prices vary by number of tenants
Leases one year minimum. Owner pays for heat, trash, sewer, water, gas, and high speed internet. Tenant pays for electricity and parking is available.
Apartment for rent
$1,500/mo
831 W Wisconsin Ave, APT 40, Milwaukee, WI 53233
2beds
1,200sqft
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Apartment
Available Sun Aug 16 2026
No pets
Air conditioner, window unit
Parking lot parking
Natural gas
What's special
Roomy bedroomsAbundant and large windowsStained glassHigh ceilingsLarge windowsMarble entranceEntry foyers
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Window Unit
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Elevator, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Parking Lot
Features
- Exterior features: Garden
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Features: Garden, Views
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Gas, Internet, Water
Building
Details
- Building name: St. James Court Historic Apartments
Management
- Pets allowed: No
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated
HOA
- Amenities included: Gas, Management, Parking, Water
Location
- Region: Milwaukee
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: One Year Lease
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/29/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,500$1/sqft |
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Neighborhood: Kilbourn Town
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Wisconsin Conservatory of Lifelong LearningGrades: PK-12Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Golda Meir SchoolGrades: 3-12Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10Elm Creative Arts Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi







