Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Zoo Neighborhood of Wauwatosa, WI from $600 (62 Rentals)

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Village View
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Village View

7300 W State StWauwatosa, 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
3 Bedroom Apartments

Dearbourn Townhomes

12221 Dearbourn AveWauwatosa, WI 53226
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property at 1732 S 76th St

1732 S 76th St

West AllisWI53214

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9151 W Hawthorne Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

9151 W Hawthorne Ave

9151 W Hawthorne AveMilwaukee, WI 53226
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WestGlen
1 Bedroom Apartments

WestGlen

1624 S 75th StWest Allis, WI 53214
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8420 W Greenfield Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

8420 W Greenfield Ave

8420 W Greenfield AveWest Allis, WI 53214
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WestGlen
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

WestGlen

7902 W National AveMilwaukee, WI 53214
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1601 S 84th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1601 S 84th St

1601 S 84th StWest Allis, WI 53214
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Zoo, Wauwatosa, WI Local Guide

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 Greenfield Terrace Apartment Homes priced from $949. 1611 S 115th Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Zoo apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Greenfield Terrace Apartment HomesSpacious 1 Bedroom w/Free Heat!1BR,1BA$949
1611 S 115th CourtLower Unit2BR,1BA$1,050
Courtyard Senior Apartment Homes - 55+Two Bedroom - 60%2BR,1BA$1,071
Lincoln CrestBuckingham1BR,1BA$1,161
The Flats at Bishop's Woods1 Bedroom - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$1,173
Central Park Apartments2-Bed/2-Bath Upper2BR,2BA$1,225
Heritage West Allis Senior2BD/1BA - Market Rate2BR,1BA$1,301
The RevvS1Studio,1BA$1,324
92nd Street CommonsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,325

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Zoo, WI

As of October 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Zoo area is the $1.45 price per square foot C12-2B/2B Model at Hawthorne Terrace Apartments in the in the Far West Side neighborhood starting from $2,328. The second greatest value Zoo apartment is the H Model at Underwood Station starting at $1,473 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Milwaukee County Zoo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Zoo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hawthorne Terrace ApartmentsC12-2B/2B2BR,2BA$1.45
Underwood StationH2BR,2BA$1.25
The Overlook ApartmentsFloor Plan 2A2BR,2BA$1.38
Central Park Apartments2-Bed/2-Bath Upper2BR,2BA$1.11
1007 N 124th St1007 N 124th St2BR,1BA$1.45
2123 S 108th St, Unit Apt 32123 S 108th St3BR,1.5BA$1.40
Orchard Court Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath Upper2BR,1BA$1.51
1611 S 115th CourtLower Unit2BR,1BA$1.24
Greenfield Terrace Apartment HomesSpacious 1 Bedroom w/Free Heat!1BR,1BA$1.19
Courtyard Senior Apartment Homes - 55+One Bedroom - 60%1BR,1BA$1.56

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Zoo, Wauwatosa, WI

Ranked #1

Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Zoo Neighborhood in Wauwatosa, WI

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

38 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 The Revv listed at $1,324.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Zoo Apartment is $949 at Greenfield Terrace Apartment Homes.

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 $1,050 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 Flats at Bishop's Woods and starts from $1,620.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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