
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Wauwatosa, WI (322 Rentals)


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2929 on Mayfair

Mayfair Reserve

Synergy at the Mayfair

State Street Station

Gallatin Apartments

Dolphin Square Apartments

1600 Tosa

Watertown
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The Fountains of Wauwatosa

Reserve at Wauwatosa

The Terrace at Luther Manor

The Regent Senior & The Oxford

Crescent Apartments

Pasadena Apartments

Harmonee Square Apartments

Wilshire Manor Apartments

7900 Harwood Ave
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7900 Harwood Ave

12106 W Bluemound Rd

7127 W North Ave

2675 N 70th St

1300 Glenview Pl

The Foundry at Mayfair

12106-12126 W Bluemound Rd

2571 N Wauwatosa Ave

7254 W Center St

7420 W Center St
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8303 W North Ave

8012 West North Ave

Village View

6101 W Vliet St

The 2100

Nikolai Manor

The Willows

St. Camillus - East Residence

Greek Orthodox Manor

Courtyard Apartments
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Burleigh Street Apartments

Grantosa View

1412 N 68th St 6 unit

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The Apiary

Waterfair Apartments

The Revv

Element 84

Brookfield Reserve

Lilly Preserve

The Flats at Bishop's Woods
Wauwatosa, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wauwatosa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wauwatosa Studio Apartments | $1,466 | $825 | $5,000 |
Wauwatosa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,622 | $565 | $5,345 |
| Wauwatosa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,115 | $650 | $7,245 |
| Wauwatosa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,502 | $750 | $7,336 |
| Wauwatosa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,862 | $1,425 | $4,300 |
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Largest Available Wauwatosa 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Wauwatosa, WI is found at The Fountains of Wauwatosa in the Long View neighborhood and is 1,350 square feet priced from $1,600. 1600 Tosa in the Milwaukee County Zoo neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,003 square feet and currently listed start at $1,645. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Wauwatosa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fountains of Wauwatosa | E Loft w/Den | 1,350 Sq Ft | $1,600 |
| 1600 Tosa | B Floorplan | 1,003 Sq Ft | $1,645 |
| Element 84 | Orchard 6 | 865 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
| Hidden Lake Preserve | The Willow - 3030 Building A | 850 Sq Ft | $1,555 |
| The Revv | A8 | 850 Sq Ft | $1,815 |
| 2929 on Mayfair | 1G | 849 Sq Ft | $2,108 |
| Echelon Apartments at Innovation Campus | 1H1 | 842 Sq Ft | $1,985 |
| Mayfair Reserve | A6 | 814 Sq Ft | $1,725 |
| Reserve at Wauwatosa | A1 | 803 Sq Ft | $1,704 |
| The Reef Apartments | 4-Story Building 1 Bedrooms | 625 Sq Ft | $1,508 |
Cheapest Available Wauwatosa 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 04, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Wauwatosa, WI is the 5101 1BD 1BATH W/Patio Model starting from $1,000 at FIFTY101 Apartments in the Park Knoll neighborhood. The second most affordable Wauwatosa 1 Bedroom is the HAWL- 60% 1 bed 1 bath Model at Hawley Ridge Apartments starting at $1,035 in the Far West Side neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Wauwatosa is currently $1,622. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Wauwatosa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| FIFTY101 Apartments | 5101 1BD 1BATH W/Patio | $1,000 |
| Hawley Ridge Apartments | HAWL- 60% 1 bed 1 bath | $1,035 |
| Lincoln Crest | Buckingham | $1,066 |
| The Flats at Bishop's Woods | 1 Bedroom AVAILABLE 60% to 70% - Income Restri... | $1,178 |
| Courtyard Senior Apartment Homes - 55+ | One Bedroom - 60% | $1,182 |
| The Terrace at Luther Manor | The Evanston | $1,224 |
| Tosa Village | 1 Bedroom | $1,297 |
| Waterfair Apartments | B3 | $1,315 |
| 92nd Street Commons | One Bedroom | $1,325 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Wauwatosa Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Wauwatosa with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Wauwatosa is at FIFTY101 Apartments listed at $1,000.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Wauwatosa Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Wauwatosa is $1,622.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Wauwatosa Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Wauwatosa is a 1,350 square feet unit starting from $1,600 at The Fountains of Wauwatosa.
What is the average size for Wauwatosa 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Wauwatosa is currently 650 sq ft.
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