East Side Apartments in Milwaukee, WI
The Standard @ East Library at 2340 N Cramer St is a modern apartment community in the heart of Milwaukee's Upper East Side — one of the city's most walkable neighborhoods with a Walk Score of 96. One, two, and three bedroom apartments start at $1,345 per month, with every floor plan including quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, in-unit washer and dryer, and a private balcony as standard. The building is two blocks from Downer Avenue, half a mile from Lake Park, and 10 to 12 minutes from Downtown Milwaukee. Secure underground parking, a rooftop deck, and the Milwaukee Public Library's East Branch on the ground floor make The Standard a building with no close East Side equivalent.
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19 floor plans · 4 units available
Walk Score 96 — One of Milwaukee's Most Walkable Addresses
A Walk Score of 96 means that nearly every daily errand at The Standard can be done on foot. Sendik's on Downer is 0.3 miles away — a two-block walk for groceries. Café Hollander, Pizza Man, BelAir Cantina, and the Downer Theatre are all within a three-block radius. Boswell Book Company, Century Centre, and a range of local shops and services line the Downer corridor. MCTS Route 30 stops 0.1 miles from the building at Downer and Kenwood, with direct service to Downtown Milwaukee. The Milwaukee Upper East Side is one of the few neighborhoods in the metro where residents routinely treat a car as optional rather than essential. That walkability is not seasonal: the Downer corridor operates year-round, and the lakefront trail system is accessible for walking and biking in every season. Lake Park's 138 acres begin 0.5 miles east, and Bradford Beach is a 0.7-mile walk. Most residents of The Standard report that day-to-day life rarely requires driving.
What Every Apartment Includes
At The Standard, quality finishes are included in every apartment — not reserved for premium-tier plans. Every floor plan includes quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, high-end fixtures, expansive windows, in-unit washer and dryer, and a private balcony. There are no 'standard' and 'upgraded' tiers: the full package is the default. Building amenities include a rooftop deck with views of the East Side tree canopy and city skyline, a fitness center, and secure underground parking. Underground parking at a walkable East Side address is genuinely rare — most buildings in the neighborhood rely on street or surface parking. The Milwaukee Public Library's East Branch operates on the ground floor, providing a community resource directly in the building. With 19 distinct floor plans, apartments start at $1,345 per month for one bedroom, $1,925 for two bedroom, and $2,395 for three bedroom layouts.
Milwaukee's Upper East Side Neighborhood
The Upper East Side is one of Milwaukee's most established urban neighborhoods — tree-lined streets, mid-rise apartment buildings, and a commercial strip on Downer Avenue that has served the community for over a century. The Standard at 2340 N Cramer St sits near the center of the neighborhood, two blocks from Downer and half a mile from the lake. Lake Park — a 138-acre Frederick Law Olmsted-designed park — begins 0.5 miles east of the building. Running and biking trails follow wooded bluffs overlooking Lake Michigan. Bradford Beach, the city's most popular summer beach, is 0.7 miles away. Colectivo Coffee's lakefront café at the historic pumping station is a year-round neighborhood institution. Downtown Milwaukee and the Historic Third Ward are 10 to 12 minutes south by car; Bayshore Town Center is 10 minutes north via I-43.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What apartments are available on Milwaukee's East Side?
- The Standard @ East Library at 2340 N Cramer St offers one, two, and three bedroom apartments on Milwaukee's Upper East Side. With 19 floor plans starting at $1,345 per month, The Standard combines modern finishes — quartz countertops, in-unit laundry, private balcony — with secure underground parking, a rooftop deck, and the Milwaukee Public Library's East Branch on the ground floor. Visit our floor plans page for current availability and pricing.
How much does it cost to rent an East Side apartment in Milwaukee?
- Apartments at The Standard @ East Library start at $1,345 per month. One bedroom floor plans start at $1,345, two bedroom apartments start at $1,925, and three bedroom floor plans are also available. With 19 distinct layouts, there is a floor plan for most needs. Visit our floor plans page for current pricing and availability.
What makes Milwaukee's Upper East Side a good place to live?
- Milwaukee's Upper East Side is consistently rated as one of the city's most walkable and livable neighborhoods — The Standard @ East Library has a Walk Score of 96. Downer Avenue offers groceries, restaurants, a bookstore, and a movie theater within a two-block walk. Lake Park's 138 acres and Bradford Beach are half a mile east. Downtown Milwaukee is 10 to 12 minutes south. The neighborhood has a genuine urban character with tree-lined streets, an active commercial corridor, and lakefront access that few Milwaukee neighborhoods can match.
Does The Standard @ East Library have covered parking?
- Yes. The Standard offers secure underground parking — one of the few Upper East Side apartment buildings with on-site garage parking. Underground parking is rare at East Side Milwaukee addresses, where most buildings rely on street or surface parking. Contact our leasing office at (414) 227-0900 for current parking availability and pricing.
How close is The Standard to Downer Avenue?
- The Standard at 2340 N Cramer St is approximately two blocks from Downer Avenue — a two-to-three minute walk. Downer Avenue is home to Café Hollander, Pizza Man, Boswell Book Company, the Downer Theatre, and Sendik's grocery, among other shops and restaurants. The building's Walk Score of 96 reflects how thoroughly daily life is walkable from this address.
Are there apartments near Lake Michigan in Milwaukee?
- The Standard @ East Library is 0.7 miles from Bradford Beach and 0.5 miles from Lake Park — the Olmsted-designed lakefront park with wooded bluffs and running trails. The lakefront trail connects the building to Colectivo Coffee's lakefront café and miles of biking and running paths along the shore of Lake Michigan. The Standard is one of the best-positioned East Side apartment communities for lakefront access year-round.
How do I schedule a tour at The Standard @ East Library?
- Call (414) 227-0900, email info@thestandardmke.net, or visit our Contact page to request a tour. Our leasing office is open Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm.