
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Zoo Neighborhood of Wauwatosa, WI from $600 (68 Rentals)
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12126 W Bluemound Rd, Unit 1

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933 Glenview Ave, Unit #3

7900 Harwood Ave, Unit 107

Dolphin Square Apartments

Crescent Apartments

Underwood Station

Watertown

Hawthorne Terrace Apartments

7900 Harwood Ave, Unit 112
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7416 Harwood Ave

The 2100

Dearbourn Townhomes

Glenview Park Apartments

Walnut Glen Senior Apartments

316 N 75th St

Courtyard Senior Apartment Homes - 55+
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Parkside Pool Apartments

1611 S 115th Court

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9219 W Adler St, Unit 9219A

Lincoln Crest

Heritage West Allis Senior

The Flats at Bishop's Woods

Element 84

457 A S 74th St

The Overlook

Axis Apartments
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457 S 74th St

Central Park Apartments

The Apiary

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7936 W Becher St, Unit Lower

1712 S 115 Ct, Unit 2

8641 W Lapham St

92nd Street Commons

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2225 S 82nd St, Unit 2225

Echelon Apartments at Innovation Campus

8801 W Adler St, Unit 8801
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1807 S 92nd St

1422 S. 92nd Apartments

9151 W Hawthorne Ave

WestGlen

WestGlen

2232 S 96th St

8420 W Greenfield Ave

Lincoln Park Apartments

Greenfield Avenue Apartments

1601 S 84th St
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Zoo, Wauwatosa, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Zoo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zoo Studio Apartments | $1,382 | $990 | $2,286 |
| Zoo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,745 | $951 | $3,067 |
| Zoo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,349 | $950 | $6,884 |
| Zoo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,381 | $1,550 | $7,895 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 68 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Zoo Neighborhood of Wauwatosa, WI.
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Cheapest Available Zoo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Zoo area of Milwaukee, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at 7708 W National Ave 16 unit priced from $895. Waterfair Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $990. Here are the most affordable Zoo apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7708 W National Ave 16 unit | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Waterfair Apartments | A6 | Studio,1BA | $990 |
| 1611 S 115th Court | Upper Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Heritage West Allis Senior | 1BD/1BA - Income Restricted - 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Courtyard Senior Apartment Homes - 55+ | Two Bedroom - 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1,136 |
| The Flats at Bishop's Woods | 2 Bedroom/1 - 2 Bath AVAILABLE 50% to 70% - Inc... | 2BR,1BA | $1,169 |
| Parkside Pool Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Dolphin Square Apartments | One Bed - 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Central Park Apartments | 2-Bed/2-Bath Upper | 2BR,2BA | $1,375 |
| 1600 Tosa | A Floorplan | 1BR,1BA | $1,470 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Zoo, WI
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Zoo area is the $1.26 price per square foot H Model at Underwood Station in the in the Milwaukee County Zoo neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Zoo apartment is the 1933 S 124th St Model at 1933 S 124th St, Unit 1933 starting at $1,799 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the West View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Zoo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Underwood Station | H | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| 1933 S 124th St, Unit 1933 | 1933 S 124th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 2225 S 82nd St, Unit 2225 | 2225 S 82nd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Central Park Apartments | 2-Bed/2-Bath Upper | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Parkside Pool Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 1611 S 115th Court | Upper Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 1600 Tosa | A Floorplan | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| The Flats at Bishop's Woods | 1 Bedroom AVAILABLE 60% to 70% - Income Restri... | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 7708 W National Ave 16 unit | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Courtyard Senior Apartment Homes - 55+ | One Bedroom - 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Madison Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Zoo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Zoo?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Zoo is at Waterfair Apartments listed at $990.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Zoo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Zoo Apartment is $895 at 7708 W National Ave 16 unit.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Zoo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Zoo is starting from $1,100 at 1611 S 115th Court.
What is the most affordable Zoo Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Zoo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Apiary and starts from $2,900.
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