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139 S 72nd St, Unit A

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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 $482. Greenfield Avenue Apartments in the Milwaukee County Zoo neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. 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%1BR,1BA$482
Greenfield Avenue ApartmentsStudiosStudio,1BA$800
Himount GardensStudioStudio,1BA$830
Valley Forge1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$875
Hawley Ridge ApartmentsHAWL- 60% 1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$995
FIFTY101 Apartments5101 1BD 1BATH W/Patio1BR,1BA$1,000
3118-3132 N 76th St2bd rm 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wauwatosa, WI

As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Wauwatosa area is the $0.53 price per square foot Townhome Model at Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes in the in the Grasslyn Manor neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Wauwatosa apartment is the C + LOFT WEST Model at Regal Crest West & Regal Crest Village starting at $2,045 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Mount Mary College 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.
Rooted & Rising Apartments & TownhomesTownhome3BR,2.5BA$0.53
Regal Crest West & Regal Crest VillageC + LOFT WEST2BR,2BA$1.28
2955 N 66th St, Unit 2012955 N 66th St2BR,1BA$0.70
2970 N 37th St, Unit 2972 N 37th Street2970 N 37th St3BR,1BA$0.71
3781 N 60th St, Unit 13781 N 60th St3BR,1BA$0.98
6525 Powell Pl, Unit 16525 Powell Pl2BR,1BA$1.27
2515 N 57th St, Unit 25152515 N 57th St2BR,1BA$1.32
Central Park Apartments2-Bed/2-Bath Lower2BR,2BA$1.15
Rivercourt Apartments2 BR/1 BA2BR,1BA$1.07
Valley Forge1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.15

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Frequently Asked Questions about Wauwatosa

What type of rentals are currently available in Wauwatosa?

There are currently 793 Apartments for Rent in Wauwatosa, WI with pricing that ranges from $482 to $7,195. There are also 88 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Wauwatosa ranging from $790 to $3,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Wauwatosa?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Wauwatosa ranges from $790 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,479.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Wauwatosa?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Wauwatosa range from $750 to $6,910, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $950 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,675.

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Finding The Best Affordable Milwaukee Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Tim Brown

I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Growing up in the city and then just blocks outside the border, many Milwaukee neighborhoods have been home to friends and family for many years.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.