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Rental Market Trends in Wauwatosa, WI

What is the average rent in Wauwatosa, WI?

$1,478/month

Average Rent

735 Sq Ft

Average Apartment Size

+1.8%

Increase in the Last Year

As of June 2025, the average rent in Wauwatosa, WI is $1,478 per month. For comparison, the national average rent price in the US is currently $1,628/month, which means Wauwatosa rent prices are 9% lower than the national average. When you rent an apartment in Wauwatosa, you can expect to pay about $1,382 per month for a studio, $1,478 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $1,764 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $2,427 or more.

Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,382/month
506 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,478/month
735 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,764/month
1,032 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,427/month
1,353 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,701/month
669 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,566/month
1,538 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,813/month
1,076 Sq Ft
Floor Plan Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,875/month
878 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,946/month
1,454 Sq Ft

How much has average rent changed in Wauwatosa, WI?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.8%, which averages out to $28 more 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 June 2025
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Wauwatosa, WI
Percentage*
Rent Range
4% Below $700/month
15% $700 - $1,000/month
37% $1,001 - $1,500/month
26% $1,501 - $2,000/month
19% Above $2,000/month

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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Wauwatosa?

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

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Zurich
$1,504/month
930 Sq Ft
1600 Tosa
$1,504/month
930 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Wauwatosa?

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

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Zurich
$1,504/month
930 Sq Ft
1600 Tosa
$1,504/month
930 Sq Ft

Which Wauwatosa neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Wauwatosa with the most apartments available are Zurich and 1600 Tosa" .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Zurich
$1,504/month
930 Sq Ft
1600 Tosa
$1,504/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 $1,478, you’ll want to make about $4,926 per month or $59,112 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 Reef Apartments

The Reef Apartments

1215 N 62nd St,
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Studio - 3 Beds | $1,616 - $4,305

Hawthorne Terrace Apartments

Hawthorne Terrace Apartments

7700 Portland Ave,
Wauwatosa, WI 53213

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,895

State Street Station

State Street Station

7400 W State St,
Wauwatosa, WI 53213

1-3 Beds | $1,605 - $6,910

The Flats at Bishop's Woods

The Flats at Bishop's Woods

350 Bishops Way,
Brookfield, WI 53005

1-3 Beds | $1,038 - $2,015

Property Management Companies in Wauwatosa, WI

Mandel Group
Mandel Group
  • 23

    Communities

  • 4,611

    Units

  • 14

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

    Communities

  • 2,014

    Units

  • 14

    Cities

3 Communities in Wauwatosa
Atlantic Residential
Atlantic Residential
  • 19

    Communities

  • 5,090

    Units

  • 15

    Cities

2 Communities in Wauwatosa
PRM Property Management
PRM Property Management
  • 16

    Communities

  • 2,497

    Units

  • 11

    Cities

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

    Communities

  • 3,418

    Units

  • 9

    Cities

2 Communities in Wauwatosa
Inland Real Estate
Inland Real Estate
  • 78

    Communities

  • 19,551

    Units

  • 58

    Cities

1 Community in Wauwatosa
Oakbrook Corporation
Oakbrook Corporation
  • 51

    Communities

  • 4,965

    Units

  • 31

    Cities

1 Community in Wauwatosa
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New Earth Residential
  • 45

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  • 9,926

    Units

  • 21

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1 Community 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 June 2025.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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