Cheap Homes for Rent in Milwaukee County Zoo Neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI from $1,200 (15 Rentals)

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property at 2158 S 80th St

$1,449

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$1,449

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jun 1

2158 S 80th St

West AllisWI53219
property at 2156 S 80th St

$1,449

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$1,449

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$1,449

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Aug 1

2156 S 80th St

West AllisWI53219

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property at 2125 S 102nd St

$1,595

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$1,595

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 1

2125 S 102nd St

West AllisWI53227
property at 1214 S 76th St

$1,600

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 1

1214 S 76th St

West AllisWI53214

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Milwaukee County Zoo, Milwaukee, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Milwaukee County Zoo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Milwaukee County Zoo area of Milwaukee, WI is a Studio unit found at Greenfield Avenue Apartments priced from $800. 1601 S 84th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Milwaukee County Zoo apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Greenfield Avenue ApartmentsStudiosStudio,1BA$800
1601 S 84th St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Waterfair ApartmentsA6Studio,1BA$990
Heritage West Allis Senior1BD/1BA - Income Restricted - 60%1BR,1BA$1,125
Dolphin Square ApartmentsOne Bed - 1A1BR,1BA$1,140

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee County Zoo, WI

As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Milwaukee County Zoo area is the $1.23 price per square foot 2-Bed/2-Bath Upper Model at Central Park Apartments in the in the Fairview neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Milwaukee County Zoo apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Glenview Park Apartments starting at $1,300 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Far West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Milwaukee County Zoo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Central Park Apartments2-Bed/2-Bath Upper2BR,2BA$1.23
Glenview Park Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.30
Harwood ApartmentsSpacious 2 bedroom in Wauwatosa2BR,1.5BA$1.68
Parkside Pool Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.39
1962 S 92nd St, Unit Cottage1962 S 92nd St1BR,1BA$1.49
The Flats at Bishop's Woods1 Bedroom AVAILABLE 60% to 70% - Income Restri...1BR,1BA$1.66
Courtyard Senior Apartment Homes - 55+One Bedroom - 60%1BR,1BA$1.70
Dolphin Square ApartmentsOne Bed - 1A1BR,1BA$1.73
Greenfield Avenue ApartmentsStudiosStudio ,1BA$1.33
1601 S 84th St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Milwaukee County Zoo, Milwaukee, WI

Ranked #53

Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Milwaukee County Zoo

What type of rentals are currently available in Milwaukee County Zoo?

There are currently 208 Apartments for Rent in Milwaukee County Zoo, WI with pricing that ranges from $975 to $7,370. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Milwaukee County Zoo ranging from $1,225 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Milwaukee County Zoo?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Milwaukee County Zoo ranges from $1,225 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,232.

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