Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wauwatosa, WI from $300 (134 Rentals)

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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7300 W State StWauwatosa, WI 53213
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6101 W Vliet St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

6101 W Vliet St

6101 W Vliet StWauwatosa, WI 53213
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7127 W North Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

7127 W North Ave

7127 W North AveWauwatosa, WI 53213
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The 2100
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The 2100

2100 N Mayfair RdWauwatosa, WI 53226
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Dearbourn Townhomes
3 Bedroom Apartments

Dearbourn Townhomes

12221 Dearbourn AveWauwatosa, WI 53226
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 937 N 37th St

$900 - $1,100

2 Bedroom Rentals

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937 N 37th St

MilwaukeeWI53208
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Lisbon Court
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lisbon Court

9100-9106 W Lisbon AveMilwaukee, WI 53222
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Wauwatosa, WI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Wauwatosa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Wauwatosa, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Regent Senior & The Oxford in the Mount Mary College neighborhood priced from $530. 5302 W Burnham St. 6 Unit in the National Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wauwatosa apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Regent Senior & The Oxford1 Bedroom - Income restricted 30% 551BR,1BA$530
5302 W Burnham St. 6 Unit1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$795
Himount GardensEfficiency StudioStudio,1BA$800
4611 W National AveStudiosStudio,1BA$825
Deer Trail Apartments2bd 1.5ba2BR,1BA$900
Lisbon CourtBrickyard1BR,1BA$960
Hawley Ridge ApartmentsHAWL- 60% 1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$995
FIFTY101 Apartments5101 1BD 1BATH W/Patio1BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wauwatosa, WI

As of December 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wauwatosa area is the $0.98 price per square foot 4552 W Wells St Model at 4552 W Wells St, Unit 6 in the in the National Park neighborhood starting from $1,175. The second greatest value Wauwatosa apartment is the A Model at Apple Ridge Townhomes starting at $1,499 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Hampton Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wauwatosa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4552 W Wells St, Unit 64552 W Wells St2BR,1BA$0.98
Apple Ridge TownhomesA2BR,1.5BA$1.25
2569 N 61st St, Unit 25692569 N 61st St2BR,1BA$1.21
Underwood StationH2BR,2BA$1.25
Central Park Apartments2-Bed/2-Bath Upper2BR,2BA$1.11
The Berkshire Senior LivingUnit E2BR,2BA$1.17
Mayfair Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.29
Deer Trail Apartments2bd 1.5ba2BR,1.5BA$1.06
8428 W Lisbon Ave, Unit #18428 W Lisbon Ave1BR,1BA$1.13
318 N 41st St, Unit 318B318 N 41st St1BR,1BA$1.07

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Getting Around Wauwatosa, WI

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

42 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $800.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wauwatosa Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wauwatosa Apartment is $530 at The Regent Senior & The Oxford.

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 $900 at Deer Trail Apartments.

What is the most affordable Wauwatosa Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Wauwatosa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 650-670 S 60th St. (9 Unit) and starts from $1,500.

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Finding The Best Affordable Milwaukee Neighborhoods to Rent

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!