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The Griot Apartments

2235 N Vel R. Phillips Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53212

Floor Plan Summary
Monthly Rent Bedrooms Bathrooms
$1,439 - $1,727 3 1 - 2
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3 Bed 2 Bath

$1,439
3 Beds, 2 Baths
1,008 - 1,088 Sq. Ft.

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2 Rentals Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
209
$1,439
1,088
5/31/26
104
$1,439
1,008
5/31/26

3 Bed 1 Bath

$1,439 - $1,727
3 Beds, 1 Bath
947 Sq. Ft.

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1 Rental Available
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
202
$1,727
947
5/31/26
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Income Restrictions

Income restrictions apply to some or all residents. Contact the community for more information.

How To Qualify

Based on the size of your household, your Maximum Annual Income must be equal to or less than the amount listed in this chart.

1 Person Household
% AMIIncome Limit
Annual Income28850

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 2018
  • 40 units / 5 stories

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $35

Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpet
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Family Room
  • Heating
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Intercom
  • Kitchen

Community Features

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Clubhouse
  • Controlled Access
  • Elevator
  • Gated
  • Grill
  • Income Restricted
  • Maintenance on site
  • Picnic Area

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Area Scores

Walkability

Moderately walkable70 / 100

Transit

Good public transit60 / 100

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable100 / 100

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable60 / 100

Scores provided by

Transit

Commuter Rail
6 min Drive
Amtrak
Commuter Rail
17 min Drive
Amtrak
Airport
General Mitchell International
16 min Drive
General Mitchell International

Moving to Halyard Park, Milwaukee, WI

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate The Griot Apartments proximity to Milwaukee Landmark Mall, East Pointe Marketplace, and Juneau Village. Milwaukee Landmark Mall is 1.2 miles away, and East Pointe Marketplace is within a 24 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 60, The Griot Apartments has good public transit, including 4 transit stops within 40 miles. Transit options include Milwaukee and General Mitchell Intl. Airport Amtrak Station.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The Griot Apartments are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 4.5 miles, including The Pabst Theater, Milwaukee Public Museum, and Urban Ecology Center-Riverside Park.

Airports

Living in Halyard Park provides easy access to General Mitchell International, located just 16 minutes from The Griot Apartments.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

3 rating

Elm Creative Arts Elementary

Grades PK-5

Public

3 rating

Roosevelt Middle School of the Arts

Grades 6-8

Public

3 rating

Lincoln Center of the Arts

Grades 6-8

Public

4 rating

Carver Academy

Grades PK-8

Public

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St. Marcus Lutheran School

Grades PK-8

Private

4 rating

Riverside University High School

Grades 9-12

Public

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Coa Youth and Family Center

Grades 9-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School

Commute Time (Distance)

Milwaukee Sch. of Engineering

Drive: 4 min (1.6 mi)

Milwaukee Tech., Downtown

Drive: 4 min (1.8 mi)

Marquette University

Drive: 4 min (2 mi)

Univ of Wisc., Milwaukee

Drive: 8 min (2.9 mi)

About The Griot Apartments

Experience life at The Griot Apartments, where thoughtfully designed one-, two-, and three-bedroom homes offer a comfortable and stylish place to land in Milwaukee’s vibrant Halyard Neighborhood. With a mix of modern finishes and inviting layouts,... each apartment is built to support your day-to-day.

Located just minutes from Downtown Milwaukee, you’re never far from the city’s best dining, entertainment, and lakefront views. From quick coffee runs to nights out, everything you need is right within reach.

Income and student restrictions apply to select apartment homes.

The Griot Apartments is an apartment community in Milwaukee, WI

Contact

Property Address:
2235 N Vel R. Phillips Ave,
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Phone Number: (414) 250-8923
More Information:
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Office Hours
  • SundayCLOSED
  • Monday9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
  • Tuesday9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
  • Wednesday9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
  • Thursday9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
  • Friday9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
  • SaturdayCLOSED

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