
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Zoo Neighborhood of Wauwatosa, WI from $600 (47 Rentals)
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Lincoln Crest
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9155 W Wisconsin Ave, Unit #4

2155 S 102nd St

Courtyard Senior Apartment Homes - 55+

Grant Street Apartments

1732 S 76th St

2027 S 76th St

317 N 95th St

The Flats at Bishop's Woods

1741 S 81st St
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8100 W National Ave

Element 84

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Heritage West Allis Senior

The Revv

92nd Street Commons
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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 | $1,388 | $1,200 | $2,358 |
| Zoo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,747 | $795 | $5,300 |
| Zoo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,481 | $950 | $7,210 |
| Zoo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,319 | $1,400 | $6,910 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 47 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 Lincoln Crest priced from $962. Courtyard Senior Apartment Homes - 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,071. Here are the most affordable Zoo apartments for rent in Milwaukee, WI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Crest | Buckingham | 1BR,1BA | $962 |
| Courtyard Senior Apartment Homes - 55+ | Two Bedroom - 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1,071 |
| The Flats at Bishop's Woods | 1 Bedroom - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,173 |
| Central Park Apartments | 2-Bed/2-Bath Upper | 2BR,2BA | $1,225 |
| Orchard Court Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Upper | 2BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Heritage West Allis Senior | 2BD/1BA - Market Rate | 2BR,1BA | $1,301 |
| The Revv | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,324 |
| 92nd Street Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Zoo, WI
As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Zoo area is the $1.25 price per square foot G Model at Underwood Station in the in the Milwaukee County Zoo neighborhood starting from $1,474. The second greatest value Zoo apartment is the 531 S 74th St Model at 531 S 74th St, Unit 531 starting at $1,700 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Far West Side 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 | G | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| 531 S 74th St, Unit 531 | 531 S 74th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| The Overlook Apartments | Floor Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Central Park Apartments | 2-Bed/2-Bath Upper | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| 1962 S 92nd St, Unit Lower | 1962 S 92nd St | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 2216 Lefeber Ave, Unit Upper | 2216 Lefeber Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 2123 S 108th St, Unit Apt 3 | 2123 S 108th St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| Orchard Court Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Upper | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Courtyard Senior Apartment Homes - 55+ | One Bedroom - 60% | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Lincoln Crest | Buckingham | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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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 $1,324.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Zoo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Zoo Apartment is $962 at Lincoln Crest.
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 $1,071 at Courtyard Senior Apartment Homes - 55+.
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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