Hawthorne Terrace Apartments
7700 Portland Ave,
Wauwatosa, WI 53213
$1,442 - $2,200
Studio - 2 Beds
Wauwatosa
Wauwatosa, WI
Area Guide
Join a strong small-town community next to Downtown Milwaukee
Suburban
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Close-Knit
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Vibrant
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Located just west of Milwaukee, Wauwatosa combines residential comfort with easy access to city amenities. The Menomonee River winds through its historic village area, where mature trees line the streets. The community of 48,387 residents offers various housing options, from historic homes to contemporary apartments. Current rental rates average $1,372 for studios, $1,474 for one-bedrooms, and $1,756 for two-bedroom homes. Notable areas include the Washington Highlands Historic District, established in 1916, and the East Tosa corridor, where public art enhances the streetscape.
The Milwaukee Regional Medical Center and Medical College of Wisconsin anchor the city's healthcare sector. Outdoor recreation opportunities abound along the Menomonee River Parkway trails, while Mayfair Mall serves as a regional shopping destination. The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, designed by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright, stands as an architectural landmark. The Village district features independent shops and dining establishments. The city's name, Wauwatosa, derives from the Potawatomi word for firefly, honoring the area's Native American history. Recent data shows rental rate increases across all unit types, with studio apartments showing an 8.5% rise compared to the previous year.
Rent Trends
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Wauwatosa, WI is $1,344 for a studio, $1,451 for one bedroom, $1,731 for two bedrooms, and $2,358 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Wauwatosa has increased by 0.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,451/month
737 Sq Ft
House
$2,189/month
1,295 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,686/month
746 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,658/month
1,225 Sq Ft
Transportation
63
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
42
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
57
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
414 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
320 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
180 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
288 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
238 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
180 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
737 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
650 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,067 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,050 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Urban Ecology Center-Washington Park
- Milwaukee Zoo
- Urban Ecology Center--Menomonee Valley
- Hank Aaron State Trail
- Havenwoods State Forest
Military Bases
Airports
- General Mitchell International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.