Apartments for Rent in the Sunset Heights Waukesha Neighborhood of Waukesha, WI (122 Rentals)

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property at 208 Wright St

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5 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 22

208 Wright St

WaukeshaWI53186
property at 700 E College Ave

$1,900

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3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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700 E College Ave

WaukeshaWI53186

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365 Dodie Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

365 Dodie Dr

365 Dodie DrWaukesha, WI 53189
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1910 Madera St
Studio Apartments

1910 Madera St

1910 Madera StWaukesha, WI 53189

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1914 Madera St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1914 Madera St

1914 Madera StWaukesha, WI 53189
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373 Dodie Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

373 Dodie Dr

373 Dodie DrWaukesha, WI 53189
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403 Dodie Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

403 Dodie Dr

403 Dodie DrWaukesha, WI 53189
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1909 Madera St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1909 Madera St

1909 Madera StWaukesha, WI 53189
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411 Dodie Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

411 Dodie Dr

411 Dodie DrWaukesha, WI 53189
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365-417 Dodie Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

365-417 Dodie Dr

365-417 Dodie DrWaukesha, WI 53189
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1855 S West Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1855 S West Ave

1855 S West AveWaukesha, WI 53189
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1831 S West Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1831 S West Ave

1831 S West AveWaukesha, WI 53189

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sunset Heights Waukesha

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Sunset Heights Waukesha area of Waukesha, WI?

As of today, July 28, 2026, there are currently 122 available Sunset Heights Waukesha apartments priced from $700 to $3,708, with an average monthly rent of $1,596.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Sunset Heights Waukesha Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Sunset Heights Waukesha ranges from $700 to $3,083 with an average monthly rent of $1,356.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Sunset Heights Waukesha cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Sunset Heights Waukesha range from $850 to $3,708. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,643.

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