Wauwatosa, WI Rent History

100 months of data, 20182026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-06)
$1,722
1-year change
+7.7%
$123/mo
5-year change
+30.0%
$397/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in Wauwatosa

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2018
2018$1,155/mo0.0%
2019$1,209/mo+4.7%+4.7%
2020$1,255/mo+3.8%+8.7%
2021$1,298/mo+3.4%+12.4%
2022$1,440/mo+10.9%+24.7%
2023$1,495/mo+3.8%+29.4%
2024$1,575/mo+5.4%+36.4%
2025$1,589/mo+0.9%+37.6%
2026$1,675/mo+5.4%+45.0%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Wauwatosa changed since 2018?

Median rent in Wauwatosa, WI was $1,159 in 2018-03 and is $1,722 as of 2026-06 — a change of $563 per month over 8 years.

How much has Wauwatosa rent increased in the last 5 years?

Over the past 5 years, median rent in Wauwatosa, WI has changed +30.0% ($397 per month). The current median is $1,722.

Is rent in Wauwatosa going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in Wauwatosa, WI has increased +7.7% ($123/mo). Current median: $1,722.

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Methodology: Rent figures use ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index) monthly smoothed seasonally-adjusted values for all properties (single family + condo + multifamily). Year-by-year table uses April readings (or nearest available month) for consistency across years. 1-/5-/10-year change uses the same month 2026 as the anchor.