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How much does it cost to rent a home in Waukesha?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waukesha 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,708 | $1,099 | $2,800 |
| Waukesha 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,319 | $1,700 | $3,595 |
| Waukesha 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,598 | $2,498 | $5,500 |
| Waukesha 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,000 | $3,000 | $9,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Waukesha, WI
Pricing Updated: 07/24/2026Current apartment rentals in the Waukesha, WI area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Waukesha Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Waukesha | $1,987 | $750 | 32 |
| Overlook Farms | $2,025 | $850 | 20 |
| Westmoreland Grove | $2,100 | $700 | 67 |
| Eastern Waukesha | $9,626 | $490 | 738 |
Cheapest Available Waukesha Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Waukesha, WI is a 1 Bed unit found at Berkshire at Kensington in the Spring Hills neighborhood priced from $622. 333 Coolidge Ave. (12 Units) in the Spring Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $945. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Waukesha apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkshire at Kensington | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $622 |
| 333 Coolidge Ave. (12 Units) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| 343 W Newhall Ave. (8 Unit) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Main Street Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Minooka Parkway Estates | Cottonwood | 2BR,1BA | $1,185 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waukesha, WI
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waukesha area is the $1.12 price per square foot Upper Unit Model at Hawthorne Place Apartments in the in the Five Fields neighborhood starting from $1,825. The second greatest value Waukesha apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bath - Upper Model at Fox River Preserve II starting at $1,999 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Spring Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waukesha apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorne Place Apartments | Upper Unit | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Fox River Preserve II | Two Bedroom One Bath - Upper | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| FOX RIVER PRESERVE | 1 Bedroom 2 Bath_Loft | 1BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Milestone Properties | 2/1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| Berkshire Sunset | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Hartwell Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.30 |
| Woodfield Heights Apartments | Style AA | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Minooka Parkway Estates | Cottonwood | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Wildflower Place Apartments | 2 BD / 1 BA - 915sf - 1st/2nd flr | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Monterey Apartments | One Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Waukesha?
There are currently 235 Apartments for Rent in Waukesha, WI with pricing that ranges from $558 to $4,940. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waukesha ranging from $1,095 to $9,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Waukesha ranges from $1,095 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,944.
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