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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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
7708 W National Ave 16 unit1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$895
Waterfair ApartmentsA6Studio,1BA$990
1611 S 115th CourtUpper Unit2BR,1BA$1,100

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Underwood StationH2BR,2BA$1.26
1933 S 124th St, Unit 19331933 S 124th St2BR,1BA$1.58
2225 S 82nd St, Unit 22252225 S 82nd St2BR,1BA$1.36
Central Park Apartments2-Bed/2-Bath Upper2BR,2BA$1.25
Parkside Pool Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.39
1611 S 115th CourtUpper Unit2BR,1BA$1.29
1600 TosaA Floorplan1BR,1BA$1.74
The Flats at Bishop's Woods1 Bedroom AVAILABLE 60% to 70% - Income Restri...1BR,1BA$1.66
7708 W National Ave 16 unit1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.28
Courtyard Senior Apartment Homes - 55+One Bedroom - 60%1BR,1BA$1.82

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Frequently Asked Questions about Zoo

What type of rentals are currently available in Zoo?

There are currently 230 Apartments for Rent in Zoo, WI with pricing that ranges from $950 to $7,895. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Zoo ranging from $1,095 to $2,975.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Zoo?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Zoo ranges from $1,095 to $2,975 with an average monthly rent of $1,812.

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