1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Waukesha, WI (118 Rentals)

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Springs at Meadowbrook
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$1,576 - $1,843
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$1,325 - $2,513
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$127

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$1,452 - $2,640
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Springs at Meadowbrook

601 Sierra CirWaukesha, WI 53188
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Kendal Hills
$1,225
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$1,160 - $1,485
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$1,225 - $1,550
1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 11

Kendal Hills

1008 River Place BlvdWaukesha, WI 53189
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River Park Apartments
$950 - $975
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$900 - $1,300
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$950 - $1,350
1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 8

River Park Apartments

1165 White Rock AveWaukesha, WI 53186
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Westwood Apartments
$850
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$700 - $900
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$750 - $950
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Westwood Apartments

1701-1713 Elder StWaukesha, WI 53188
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101 W Main St
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101 W Main St

101 W Main StWaukesha, WI 53186
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1831 S West Ave
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1831 S West Ave

1831 S West AveWaukesha, WI 53189
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1929 Madera St
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1929 Madera St

1929 Madera StWaukesha, WI 53189
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309 Arlington St
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309 Arlington St

309 Arlington StWaukesha, WI 53186
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240 W Newhall
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240 W Newhall

215-240 W Newhall AveWaukesha, WI 53186
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1909 Madera St
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1909 Madera St

1909 Madera StWaukesha, WI 53189
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622 Delafield St
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622 Delafield St

622 Delafield StWaukesha, WI 53188

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Waukesha 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: February 22, 2026

There are currently 489 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Waukesha, WI neighborhoods that range in price from $532 to $5,345. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Waukesha with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Eastern Waukesha407$1,595$532
Westmoreland Grove47$1,395$623
Downtown Waukesha30$1,237$623
Overlook Farms5$1,445$623

Largest Available Waukesha 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Waukesha, WI is found at Poplar Creek Town Center in the Spring Hills neighborhood and is 1,195 square feet priced from $2,312. BridgeWalk Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,016 square feet and currently listed start at $1,895. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Waukesha:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Poplar Creek Town CenterNorthTown - E2 - 1 Bed - 1 Bath1,195 Sq Ft$2,312
BridgeWalk Apartments1E1,016 Sq Ft$1,895
BridlewoodLemongrass950 Sq Ft$1,562
Springs at MeadowbrookGrand Overlook 1 BR947 Sq Ft$1,657
The LodgeBrycewood916 Sq Ft$1,470
Main Street Plaza Apartments1 bed River View '01895 Sq Ft$1,375
The Den at Fox RunMontello894 Sq Ft$1,465
Saddle Brook ApartmentsCanterbury880 Sq Ft$1,645
Village at Fox River1BR/1.0BA871 Sq Ft$1,625

Cheapest Available Waukesha 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of February 22, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Waukesha, WI is the 1 BD Model starting from $963 at Spring City Crossing in the Spring Hills neighborhood. The second most affordable Waukesha 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Model at Quail Pointe Apartment Homes starting at $995 in the Five Fields neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Waukesha is currently $1,619. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Waukesha:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Spring City Crossing1 BD$963
Quail Pointe Apartment Homes1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom$995
405 N East Ave. (16 Unit)1BR/1.0BA$1,045
Maple Ave Apartments1 bed/ 1 bath$1,050
Berkshire Sunset1 Bed, 1 bath$1,062
Riverwalk ApartmentsA$1,115
Kimberly Place Apartments1 BR / 1BA - 630sf 450 Building$1,130
Hillside Village Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath$1,205
Hartwell Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,225

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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.

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Waukesha, WI

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

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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 Spring City Crossing listed at $963.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Waukesha is $1,619.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Waukesha is a 1,195 square feet unit starting from $2,312 at Poplar Creek Town Center.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Waukesha is currently 900 sq ft.

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