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1012-1022 Delafield StWaukesha, WI 53188
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800-820 Delafield St

800-820 Delafield StWaukesha, WI 53188
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101 W Main St

101 W Main StWaukesha, WI 53186
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East Terrace Apartments

801 N East AveWaukesha, WI 53186
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Waukesha 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 19, 2025

There are currently 341 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Waukesha, WI neighborhoods that range in price from $530 to $5,594. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Waukesha with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Eastern Waukesha285$1,549$530
Westmoreland Grove31$1,405$850
Downtown Waukesha16$1,205$865
Overlook Farms9$1,475$850

Largest Available Waukesha 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Waukesha, WI is found at Kendal Hills in the Spring Hills neighborhood and is 1,440 square feet priced from $1,675. Poplar Creek Town Center has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,195 square feet and currently listed start at $2,294. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Waukesha:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Kendal HillsFloor Plan "I"1,440 Sq Ft$1,675
Poplar Creek Town CenterNorthTown - E2 - 1 Bed - 1 Bath1,195 Sq Ft$2,294
Village at Fox River1BR/1.0BA951 Sq Ft$1,700
BridlewoodNapier950 Sq Ft$1,377
Springs at MeadowbrookGrand Overlook 1 BR947 Sq Ft$1,649
Whispering Ponds Apartments1 BD / 1 BA Lower Updated895 Sq Ft$1,510
Main Street Plaza Apartments1 bed River View '01895 Sq Ft$1,575
The Den at Fox RunMontello894 Sq Ft$1,465
Clearwater Apartments1 Bed875 Sq Ft$1,425
Clearpoint Apartments1BR/1.0BA830 Sq Ft$1,675

Cheapest Available Waukesha 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 19, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Waukesha, WI is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $1,062 at Berkshire Sunset in the Spring Hills neighborhood. The second most affordable Waukesha 1 Bedroom is the Lucerne Model at Willow Creek starting at $1,165 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Waukesha is currently $1,597. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Waukesha:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Berkshire Sunset1 Bed, 1 bath$1,062
Willow CreekLucerne$1,165
Hartwell Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,200
Hillside Village Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath$1,205
Riverwalk ApartmentsA$1,260
Main Street Plaza Apartments1 bed main st$1,375
BridlewoodNapier$1,377
Clearwater Apartments1 Bed$1,425
Rivers Edge ApartmentsA2$1,445
The Den at Fox RunMontello$1,465

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Waukesha Overview

Waukesha is located along the Fox River and is a part of the Milwaukee Metropolitan area. Waukesha is a great city for people looking for a small town with all the big city amenities. This region serves as the main destination for tourists from different parts of the globe. 

Why live in Waukesha, WI?

Waukesha is strategically located and can be the best home for both middle and high-class. It is a quiet city with a quaint atmosphere and breathtaking landscapes, especially in the autumn. This is a great fit for families, business owners, as well as single people looking to start their lives in a new city. Compared to other cities in the US, Waukesha has luxury apartments situated close to major bars and restaurants to make your life easier. Most apartments are modernized to suit the needs of most city dwellers.

Waukesha, WI
Population: 72,549

Ranked #496

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Waukesha, WI

Ranked #38

Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Waukesha, WI

Walk Score®

44 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

21 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Waukesha Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Waukesha with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Waukesha is at Berkshire Sunset listed at $1,062.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Waukesha Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Waukesha is $1,597.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Waukesha Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Waukesha is a 1,440 square feet unit starting from $1,675 at Kendal Hills.

What is the average size for Waukesha 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Waukesha is currently 875 sq ft.

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Finding The Best Affordable Milwaukee Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Tim Brown

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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