Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Zoo Neighborhood of Wauwatosa, WI from $600 (50 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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313 N 95th St

MilwaukeeWI53226

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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 Apartments

8420 W Greenfield Ave

8420 W Greenfield AveWest Allis, WI 53214
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WestGlen
Studio 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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The Grant Apartments
Studio Apartments

The Grant Apartments

11027 W Grant StWest Allis, WI 53227
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Becher Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Becher Apartments

7726 W Becher StMilwaukee, WI 53219
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Bluemound Village
2 Bedroom Apartments

Bluemound Village

9102 W Dixon StMilwaukee, WI 53214
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1601-15 S 124th Street
2 Bedroom Apartments

1601-15 S 124th Street

1601-15 S 124th StNew Berlin, WI 53151
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1505 S 124th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1505 S 124th St

1505 S 124th StNew Berlin, WI 53151
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1611 S 115th Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

1611 S 115th Court

1611 S 115th CtWest Allis, WI 53214
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1751 S 115th Ct
2 Bedroom Apartments

1751 S 115th Ct

1751 S 115th CtMilwaukee, WI 53214
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Orchard Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Orchard Court

11505 W Orchard CtMilwaukee, 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 Avenue Apartments priced from $900. The Flats at Bishop's Woods has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,038. Here are the most affordable Zoo apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Greenfield Avenue Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
The Flats at Bishop's Woods1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,038
Heritage West Allis Senior1BD/1BA - Income Restricted - 60%1BR,1BA$1,079
Lincoln CrestBuckingham1BR,1BA$1,260
Central Park Apartments2-Bed/2-Bath Lower2BR,2BA$1,260
92nd Street CommonsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,325

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Zoo, WI

As of June 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Zoo area is the $1.24 price per square foot Floor Plan 2C Model at The Overlook Apartments in the in the Far West Side neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Zoo apartment is the 2-Bed/2-Bath Lower Model at Central Park Apartments starting at $1,260 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Fairview 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.
The Overlook ApartmentsFloor Plan 2C2BR,2BA$1.24
Central Park Apartments2-Bed/2-Bath Lower2BR,2BA$1.15
7217 Saint James St, Unit 7217 Lower7217 Saint James St2BR,1BA$1.35
The Flats at Bishop's Woods2 Bedroom/2 Bath (Live/Work Styles Available)2BR,2BA$1.47
1236 N 116th St, Unit 31236 N 116th St2BR,1BA$1.05
1438 S 92nd St, Unit 1440 Upper1438 S 92nd St2BR,1BA$1.50
1960 S 79th St, Unit 21960 S 79th St2BR,1BA$1.38
527 S 74th St, Unit 527 Lower unit527 S 74th St2BR,1BA$1.45
92nd Street CommonsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.56
Greenfield Avenue Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Zoo, Wauwatosa, WI

Ranked #1

Among neighborhoods in Wauwatosa, WI for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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

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 Crescent Apartments listed at $1,491.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Zoo Apartment is $900 at Greenfield Avenue Apartments.

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 $1,246 at The Flats at Bishop's Woods.

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 $1,439.

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