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Wauwatosa
Wauwatosa, WI Area Guide
Join a strong small-town community next to Downtown Milwaukee
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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 about 50,000 residents offers various housing options, from historic homes to contemporary apartments.
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.
Explore the City
A beautiful row of homes lines the streets of Wauwatosa.
A Wauwatosa resident takes their dog on a walk.
Watch the sun set over the Menomonee river in Wauwatosa.
This Wauwatosa condo is in close proximity to the Milwaukee County Zoo.
Hoyt Park
Much of Wauwatosa, including the Village, is historic and highly walkable and bikeable.
Rent Trends
As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Wauwatosa, WI is $1,361 for a studio, $1,464 for one bedroom, $1,811 for two bedrooms, and $2,411 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Wauwatosa has decreased by -0.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,464/month
735 Sq Ft
House
$2,124/month
1,263 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,598/month
1,230 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Wauwatosa, WI is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
63
/ 100
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.
Some Transit
42
/ 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
57
/ 100
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Scores provided by Walk Score
Schools
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School data provided by
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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
Top Apartments in Wauwatosa
Houses for Rent in Wauwatosa
Property Management Companies in Wauwatosa, WI
Bieck Management Inc.
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19
Communities
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1,506
Units
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9
Cities
4 Communities in Wauwatosa
Harmoniq Residential
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38
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4,468
Units
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16
Cities
3 Communities in Wauwatosa
Mandel Group
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23
Communities
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4,611
Units
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14
Cities
3 Communities in Wauwatosa
MSP Real Estate Inc
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26
Communities
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2,014
Units
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14
Cities
3 Communities in Wauwatosa
Oakbrook Corporation
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54
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5,231
Units
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31
Cities
2 Communities in Wauwatosa
Axiom Properties
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31
Communities
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6,663
Units
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22
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2 Communities in Wauwatosa
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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 February 2026.