
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Zoo Neighborhood of Wauwatosa, WI from $600 (48 Rentals)
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Glenview Park Apartments

Watertown

Crescent Apartments
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Lincoln Crest

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The Flats at Bishop's Woods

Element 84

1214 S 77th St

Central Park Apartments

92nd Street Commons
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The Revv

2123 S 108th St, Unit Apt 3
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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 |
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Zoo Studio Apartments | $1,406 | $1,200 | $2,248 |
Zoo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,710 | $795 | $4,955 |
Zoo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,484 | $1,095 | $7,195 |
Zoo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,375 | $1,400 | $6,910 |
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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 The Flats at Bishop's Woods priced from $1,173. Heritage West Allis Senior has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,298. Here are the most affordable Zoo apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Flats at Bishop's Woods | 1 Bedroom - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,173 |
Heritage West Allis Senior | 2BD/1BA - Income Restricted - 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1,298 |
Central Park Apartments | 2-Bed/2-Bath Upper | 2BR,2BA | $1,310 |
92nd Street Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Orchard | 2 Bed 1 Bath Lower | 2BR,1BA | $1,399 |
Orchard Court | 2 Bed 1 Bath Lower | 2BR,1BA | $1,399 |
Orchard Court 2 | 2 Bed 1 Bath Upper | 2BR,1BA | $1,399 |
The Revv | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Zoo, WI
As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Zoo area is the $1.64 price per square foot 2B5 Model at Crescent Apartments in the in the Milwaukee County Zoo neighborhood starting from $2,041. The second greatest value Zoo apartment is the Floor Plan 2A Model at The Overlook Apartments starting at $1,525 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Jacobus Park 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. |
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Crescent Apartments | 2B5 | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
The Overlook Apartments | Floor Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
Central Park Apartments | 2-Bed/2-Bath Upper | 2BR,2BA | $1.19 |
2123 S 108th St, Unit Apt 3 | 2123 S 108th St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
2326 S 75th St, Unit 2326 | 2326 S 75th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Hawthorne Terrace Apartments | B6-1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
Orchard | 2 Bed 1 Bath Lower | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Orchard Court | 2 Bed 1 Bath Lower | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Orchard Court 2 | 2 Bed 1 Bath Upper | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
The Flats at Bishop's Woods | 1 Bedroom - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleZoo, Wauwatosa, WI
Ranked #1
Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Zoo, Wauwatosa, WI
Madison Elementary
Lane Intermediate
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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 $1,399.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Zoo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Zoo Apartment is $1,173 at The Flats at Bishop's Woods.
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 $1,298 at Heritage West Allis Senior.
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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