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Rental Market Trends in Wauwatosa, WI

What is the average rent in Wauwatosa, WI?

$1,468/month

Average Rent

735 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

-0.2%

Decrease in the Last Year

As of March 2026, the average rent in Wauwatosa, WI is $1,468 per month. For comparison, the national average rent price in the US is currently $1,627/month, which means Wauwatosa rent prices are 10% lower than the national average. When you rent an apartment in Wauwatosa, you can expect to pay about $1,362 per month for a studio, $1,468 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $1,804 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $2,399 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,362/month
493 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,468/month
735 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,804/month
1,030 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,399/month
1,353 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,457/month
909 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,347/month
1,382 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,544/month
1,142 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,666/month
1,341 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Wauwatosa, WI?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.2%, which averages out to $2 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time   The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in Wauwatosa, WI
Last Updated March 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Wauwatosa, WI
Percentage*
Rent Range
4% Below $700/month
14% $700 - $1,000/month
36% $1,001 - $1,500/month
29% $1,501 - $2,000/month
18% Above $2,000/month

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Wauwatosa?

Based on current rent prices, Mayfair Park, Zurich and 1600 Tosa are the most affordable neighborhoods in Wauwatosa.

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Mayfair Park
$1,321/month
752 Sq Ft
Zurich
$1,574/month
930 Sq Ft
1600 Tosa
$1,574/month
930 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Wauwatosa?

Based on current rent prices, Zurich, 1600 Tosa and Mayfair Park are the most expensive neighborhoods in Wauwatosa.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Zurich
$1,574/month
930 Sq Ft
1600 Tosa
$1,574/month
930 Sq Ft
Mayfair Park
$1,321/month
752 Sq Ft

Which Wauwatosa neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Wauwatosa with the most apartments available are Mayfair Park, Zurich and 1600 Tosa .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Mayfair Park
$1,321/month
752 Sq Ft
Zurich
$1,574/month
930 Sq Ft
1600 Tosa
$1,574/month
930 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Wauwatosa, WI?

Because the average rent in Wauwatosa is $1,468, you’ll want to make about $4,893 per month or $58,716 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

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Apartment communities in Wauwatosa we think you'll love

The Apiary

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1040 S 70th St,
West Allis, WI 53214

$2,750

2 Beds

The Waterfair

The Waterfair

10499 W Innovation Dr,
Milwaukee, WI 53226

$890 - $2,115

Studio - 2 Beds

Normandy Village

Normandy Village

2540 N 124th St,
Wauwatosa, WI 53226

$1,275 - $1,950

1-2 Beds

Hawthorne Terrace Apartments

Hawthorne Terrace Apartments

7700 Portland Ave,
Wauwatosa, WI 53213

$1,403 - $1,626

Studio - 2 Beds

Property Management Companies in Wauwatosa, WI

Harmoniq Residential
Harmoniq Residential
  • 38

    Communities

  • 4,468

    Units

  • 16

    Cities

3 Communities in Wauwatosa
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Mandel Group
  • 23

    Communities

  • 4,611

    Units

  • 14

    Cities

3 Communities in Wauwatosa
MSP Real Estate Inc
MSP Real Estate Inc
  • 26

    Communities

  • 2,014

    Units

  • 14

    Cities

3 Communities in Wauwatosa
Bieck Management Inc.
Bieck Management Inc.
  • 18

    Communities

  • 1,450

    Units

  • 9

    Cities

3 Communities in Wauwatosa
Oakbrook Corporation
Oakbrook Corporation
  • 54

    Communities

  • 5,231

    Units

  • 31

    Cities

2 Communities in Wauwatosa
Axiom Properties
Axiom Properties
  • 31

    Communities

  • 6,663

    Units

  • 22

    Cities

2 Communities in Wauwatosa
Atlantic Residential
Atlantic Residential
  • 21

    Communities

  • 5,734

    Units

  • 17

    Cities

2 Communities in Wauwatosa
Prairie Management & Development, Inc.
Prairie Management & Development, Inc.
  • 16

    Communities

  • 3,418

    Units

  • 9

    Cities

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.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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