Bedroom count
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Last updated on May 1, 2026
Last updated on May 1, 2026
Last updated on May 1, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
As of April 2026, the median rent for all bedroom counts and property types in Waukesha, WI is $1,490. This is -24%, or $459, lower than the national average.
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As of April 2026, the median rent for all bedroom counts and property types in Waukesha, WI is $1,490. This is -24%, or $459, lower than the national average.
average price per square foot
Median rent and rent ranges are based on Zumper inventory in the last 30 days. Household data are provided by the US Census Bureau.
Rent prices for all bedroom counts and property types in Waukesha, WI have increased by 6% in the last month and have increased by 1% in the last year.
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
The monthly rent for an apartment in Waukesha, WI is $1,415. A 1-bedroom apartment in Waukesha, WI costs about $1,250 on average, while a 2-bedroom apartment is $1,585. Houses for rent in Waukesha, WI are more expensive, with an average monthly cost of $1,922.
Comparables | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 bedroom | $1,237 | 3% | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $1,599 | 6% | 5% | |
3 bedroom | $1,800 | 15% | 9% | |
4 bedroom | $3,250 | 16% | 26% | |
Studio | $1,086 | 4% | 13% |
Comparables | ||
|---|---|---|
Green Valley | $1,595 | |
Merrill Crest | $1,625 | |
Minooka Parkway Estates | $1,637 | |
Oakland Heights | $1,575 | |
Pebble Valley | $1,625 | |
Rolling Ridge | $1,450 | |
Springbrook | $1,450 | |
Sunset Heights | $1,550 | |
Westmoreland Grove | $1,551 | |
Woodridge Grove | $1,450 |
Comparables | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,415 | 3% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,950 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,922 | 15% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,086
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
13%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,237
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,599
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
5%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
15%
Last year
9%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,250
Last 30 days
16%
Last year
26%
Sunset Heights
Average rent
$1,550
Woodridge Grove
Average rent
$1,450
Minooka Parkway Estates
Average rent
$1,637
Oakland Heights
Average rent
$1,575
Rolling Ridge
Average rent
$1,450
Westmoreland Grove
Average rent
$1,551
Green Valley
Average rent
$1,595
Springbrook
Average rent
$1,450
Merrill Crest
Average rent
$1,625
Pebble Valley
Average rent
$1,625
Apartments
Average rent
$1,415
Last 30 days
3%
Condos
Average rent
$1,950
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$1,922
Last 30 days
15%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Waukesha, WI, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
Median rent prices in Waukesha, WI for all bedroom counts and property types compared to Brookfield, WI.
Waukesha
lower than the national median
higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Waukesha, WI is 27% lower than the median rent in Brookfield, WI.
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$1,400
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$1,300
Last year
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$1,190
Last year
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$1,835
Last year
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$1,365
Last year
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$1,250
Last year
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$1,500
Last year
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$1,300
Last year
West Milwaukee
$1,600
Last year
The overall cost of living in Waukesha, WI is 1% higher than the national average. Explore the cost of essential expenses, then use our rent calculator to help set your budget.
Expensesaccrued by most renters | Average costcompared to national average |
|---|---|
Goods & Services | 2% lower |
Groceries | 1% higher |
Health | 5% higher |
Housing | 4% higher |
Transportation | 3% higher |
Utilities | 6% lower |
2d ago
341 Wilson Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186
1–4 beds
1 bath
$650–$2,650
Apartment for rent
3d ago
156 S Grand Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Waukesha
2 beds
1 bath
$1,210
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 24
21h ago
1222 Fleetfoot Dr, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
1 bath
$1,225–$1,285
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1303 Fleetfoot Dr, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
1 bath
$1,249
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1208 Fleetfoot Dr, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
1 bath
$1,285
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1311 Fleetfoot Dr, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
1 bath
$1,295
Apartment for rent
3d ago
501 Randall St, Waukesha, WI 53188
3 beds
1 bath
$1,350
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Waukesha
1135 Ridge Creek Cir #101, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
2 baths
$2,495
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 18
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Waukesha
1119 Ridge Creek Cir #101, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
2 baths
$2,495
Apartment for rent
Available May 15
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Waukesha
1129 Ridge Creek Cir #101, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
2 baths
$2,495
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 20
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Waukesha
2211 N University Dr Lowr #2, Waukesha, WI 53188
2 beds
2 baths
$2,195
Condo for rent
Available Jun 1
12h ago
2601 Elkhart Dr, Waukesha, WI 53189
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,625–$2,425
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Waukesha
1106 Ridge Creek Cir #101, Waukesha, WI 53186
1 bed
1 bath
$1,795
House for rent
Available Jul 18
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Waukesha
1106 Ridge Creek Cir #106, Waukesha, WI 53186
1 bed
1 bath
$1,745
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 13
3d ago
220 W Main St, Waukesha, WI 53186
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1008 River Place Blvd, Waukesha, WI 53189
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,385–$1,575
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2600 2600 - 2610 Fielding Lane, Waukesha, WI 53188
2 beds
2 baths
$1,765–$1,835
Apartment for rent
2d ago
n16w22360 N16W22330 - N16W22360 Watertown Road, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
2 baths
$1,775–$1,785
Apartment for rent
4d ago
806 Riverwalk Dr, Waukesha, WI 53188
1 bed
1 bath
$1,290–$1,340
Apartment for rent
12h ago
2601 Elkhart Dr, Waukesha, WI 53189
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,625–$2,425
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2415 Springdale Rd, Waukesha, WI 53186
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,395–$1,775
Apartment for rent
1d ago
456 W Main St, Waukesha, WI 53186
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,195–$1,815
Apartment for rent
1d ago
120 Cambridge Ave, Waukesha, WI 53188
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,500–$1,900
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1008 River Place Blvd, Waukesha, WI 53189
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,385–$1,575
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1165 Whiterock Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186
3 beds
1 bath
$1,500
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Waukesha
405 S Hine Ave, Waukesha, WI 53188
2 beds
1 bath
$1,595
House for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Waukesha
847 Martin St #308, Waukesha, WI 53186
1 bed
1.5 baths
$1,250
Apartment for rent
Available May 15
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Waukesha
2014 Macarthur Rd #C, Waukesha, WI 53188
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,700
House for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Waukesha
847 Martin St #203, Waukesha, WI 53186
1 bed
1 bath
$1,350
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 10
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Waukesha
1129 Ridge Creek Cir #102, Waukesha, WI 53186
3 beds
2 baths
$2,595
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 25
4d ago
806 Riverwalk Dr, Waukesha, WI 53188
1 bed
1 bath
$1,290–$1,340
Apartment for rent
1d ago
456 W Main St, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
1 bath
$1,425
Apartment for rent
1d ago
120 Cambridge Ave, Waukesha, WI 53188
3 beds
2 baths
$1,775–$1,900
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1208 Fleetfoot Dr, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
1 bath
$1,285
Apartment for rent
3d ago
156 S Grand Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
21h ago
1222 Fleetfoot Dr, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
1 bath
$1,225–$1,285
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1311 Fleetfoot Dr, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
1 bath
$1,295
Apartment for rent
1d ago
234 W Main St, Waukesha, WI 53186
Studio–1 bed
0–1 bath
$735–$985
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Apartment for rent in Waukesha
1 bed
1 bath
$1,055
Apartment for rent
Available Apr 29