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7300 W State StWauwatosa, WI 53213
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6101 W Vliet St
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7127 W North Ave
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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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Dearbourn Townhomes
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Dearbourn Townhomes

12221 Dearbourn AveWauwatosa, WI 53226
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A Local Expert's Guide to Milwaukee: Neighborhoods, Traditions, and the Cozy Spirit of Gemütlichkeit

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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 Valley Forge Apartments in the Far West Side neighborhood priced from $925. Himount Gardens in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $940. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wauwatosa apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Valley Forge Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$925
Himount Gardens1 BR w/Eat-in Kitchen1BR,1BA$940
Waterfair ApartmentsA6Studio,1BA$990
FIFTY101 Apartments5101 1BD 1BATH W/Patio1BR,1BA$1,000
Hawley Ridge ApartmentsHAWL- 60% 1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,035
Rivercourt Apartments2 BR/1 BA2BR,1BA$1,069
1611 S 115th CourtLower Unit2BR,1BA$1,100
Heritage West Allis Senior1BD/1BA - Income Restricted - 60%1BR,1BA$1,125
The Landmark of West Allis2x2 Grand2BR,2BA$1,145

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wauwatosa, WI

As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wauwatosa area is the $0.93 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 $1,400. The second greatest value Wauwatosa apartment is the 6107 W Center St Model at 6107 W Center St starting at $1,350 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Grasslyn Manor 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.
6011 W Lapham St, Unit upper6011 W Lapham St3BR,1BA$0.93
6107 W Center St6107 W Center St2BR,1BA$1.07
Rivercourt Apartments2 BR/1 BA2BR,1BA$0.95
2503 N 37th St, Unit Top Floor2503 N 37th St4BR,1BA$1.30
The Berkshire Senior LivingUnit E2BR,2BA$1.17
1457 S 74th St, Unit Upper1457 S 74th St2BR,1BA$1.24
1233 S 87th St, Unit lower dulex1233 S 87th St2BR,1BA$1.20
1611 S 115th CourtLower Unit2BR,1BA$1.29
Valley Forge Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.21
8428 W Lisbon Ave, Unit #18428 W Lisbon Ave1BR,1BA$1.13

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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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 Waterfair Apartments listed at $990.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wauwatosa Apartment is $925 at Valley Forge Apartments.

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 $1,069 at Rivercourt Apartments.

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.

Expert Rental Resources

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