
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wauwatosa, WI from $300 (93 Rentals)
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12106 W Bluemound Rd

Mayfair Manor

Village View

6101 W Vliet St

7127 W North Ave

3500 W Kilbourn Ave

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Woods View Apartments

4228 W Bonny Pl
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4611 W National Ave

Himount Gardens

3128 N 38th St

The Landmark of West Allis

1805 S 77th St

3158 N 39th St

Greenfield Avenue Apartments

Appleton Gardens

3150 N 39th St

417 N 39th St
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6324-6324A W Richmond Ave

1622 S 58th St

Lisbon Court

Heritage West Allis Senior

Parkside Pool Apartments

117 N 60th St

7416 W Madison St

Parkview

Waterfair Apartments

3130A N 45th St
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3130 N 45th St

FIFTY101 Apartments

12850 W Hampton Ave

Hawley Ridge Apartments

3072 N 49th St

4168A N 92nd St

Mayfair Apartments

Regal Crest West & Regal Crest Village

6320-6330 N 91st St

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233 S 67th St, Unit 233A
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10628 W Bobolink Ave

10628 W Bobolink Ave

1133 S 62nd St

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1614 S 58th St, Unit 1614

3909 N 51st Blvd

37th St School Senior Apartments

Valley Square Apartments

Grantosa Crossing

West Park Apartments

Lisbon Adlon Apartments
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Wauwatosa, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wauwatosa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Wauwatosa Studio Apartments | $1,400 | $750 | $2,591 |
| Cheap Wauwatosa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,616 | $565 | $5,345 |
| Cheap Wauwatosa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,116 | $650 | $7,245 |
| Cheap Wauwatosa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,514 | $750 | $6,910 |
| Cheap Wauwatosa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,425 | $1,425 | $1,425 |
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Cheapest Available Wauwatosa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wauwatosa, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at 7708 W National Ave 16 unit in the West View neighborhood priced from $795. Himount Gardens in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $860. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wauwatosa apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7708 W National Ave 16 unit | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Himount Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $860 |
| Greenfield Avenue Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Waterfair Apartments | A6 | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| FIFTY101 Apartments | 5101 1BD 1BATH W/Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Hawley Ridge Apartments | HAWL- 60% 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| 7825 W Hampton Ave (8 Unit) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Lincoln Crest | Buckingham | 1BR,1BA | $1,142 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wauwatosa, WI
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wauwatosa area is the $1.05 price per square foot 6011 W Lapham St Model at 6011 W Lapham St, Unit upper in the in the National Park neighborhood starting from $1,575. The second greatest value Wauwatosa apartment is the 4042 N 100th St Model at 4042 N 100th St starting at $1,495 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Grantosa Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wauwatosa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6011 W Lapham St, Unit upper | 6011 W Lapham St | 3BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 4042 N 100th St | 4042 N 100th St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| 1534 N 39th St, Unit 2nd Floor Unit | 1534 N 39th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Fountains of Wauwatosa | A 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.30 |
| 1513 S 63rd St, Unit 1515 S 63rd St | 1513 S 63rd St | 3BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| The Berkshire Senior Living | Unit E | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| 1412 N 68th St 6 unit | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 233 S 67th St, Unit 233A | 233 S 67th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Greenfield Avenue Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 7708 W National Ave 16 unit | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wauwatosa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wauwatosa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wauwatosa is at Himount Gardens listed at $860.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wauwatosa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wauwatosa Apartment is $795 at 7708 W National Ave 16 unit.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wauwatosa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wauwatosa is starting from $1,100 at 7825 W Hampton Ave (8 Unit).
What is the most affordable Wauwatosa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Wauwatosa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Regent Senior & The Oxford and starts from $1,307.
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