
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Wauwatosa, WI (270 Rentals)


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Wauwatosa, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wauwatosa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Wauwatosa Studio Apartments | $1,507 | $695 | $3,869 |
Wauwatosa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,719 | $482 | $4,285 |
Wauwatosa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,237 | $650 | $6,500 |
Wauwatosa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,654 | $750 | $7,086 |
Wauwatosa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,695 | $1,695 | $1,695 |
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Largest Available Wauwatosa 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Wauwatosa, WI is found at Elm Grove Heights (Luxury Senior Living) in the Milwaukee County Zoo neighborhood and is 919 square feet priced from $1,490. 92nd Street Commons in the West View neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 848 square feet and currently listed start at $1,325. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Wauwatosa:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Elm Grove Heights (Luxury Senior Living) | 1BR/1.0BA | 919 Sq Ft | $1,490 |
92nd Street Commons | One Bedroom | 848 Sq Ft | $1,325 |
Caroline Heights Apartments | A9 | 843 Sq Ft | $2,025 |
Synergy at the Mayfair | Jet 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 838 Sq Ft | $1,820 |
Mayfair Reserve | A7 | 837 Sq Ft | $1,812 |
Reserve at Wauwatosa | A1 | 803 Sq Ft | $1,542 |
Pasadena Apartments | Pasadena 1-757 | 757 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
The Regent Senior & The Oxford | 1 Bedroom Market | 757 Sq Ft | $1,495 |
The Reef Apartments | Private Entry Lower 1Bedroom with Attached Garage | 747 Sq Ft | $1,853 |
Cheapest Available Wauwatosa 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 19, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Wauwatosa, WI is the 1 Bedroom - Income Restricted 30% Model starting from $482 at The Regent Senior & The Oxford in the Grantosa Heights neighborhood. The second most affordable Wauwatosa 1 Bedroom is the 5101 1BD 1BATH W/Patio Model at FIFTY101 Apartments starting at $1,000 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Wauwatosa is currently $1,719. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Wauwatosa:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Regent Senior & The Oxford | 1 Bedroom - Income Restricted 30% | $482 |
FIFTY101 Apartments | 5101 1BD 1BATH W/Patio | $1,000 |
Dolphin Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,120 |
Lincoln Crest | Buckingham | $1,148 |
Normandy Village | Royal A | $1,165 |
The Terrace at Luther Manor | The Evanston | $1,224 |
92nd Street Commons | One Bedroom | $1,325 |
SoNa Lofts | 1A | $1,399 |
Harwood Apartments | Spacious 1 bedroom in Wauwatosa | $1,415 |
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Getting Around Wauwatosa, WI
Walk Score®
63 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
42 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Wauwatosa Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Wauwatosa with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Wauwatosa is at The Regent Senior & The Oxford listed at $482.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Wauwatosa Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Wauwatosa is $1,719.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Wauwatosa Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Wauwatosa is a 919 square feet unit starting from $1,490 at Elm Grove Heights (Luxury Senior Living).
What is the average size for Wauwatosa 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Wauwatosa is currently 690 sq ft.
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