Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 29, 2026
Average rent in
Waukesha, WI
Average rent in
Last updated on October 29, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Waukesha rent stands today
Waukesha, WI rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,500/month. Renters are paying roughly the same as last year, with only a negligible $5 difference per month.
Compared to national trends
Waukesha sits 21.1% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a smaller market with 52 total rentals that leans toward value for renters.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Waukesha rent for about $914/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,195/month, and 2-bedrooms near $1,575/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,086/month and 4+ bedrooms at $4,438/month. These figures reflect the range renters face across bedroom sizes.
Neighborhood spotlight
The 4+ bedroom segment in Waukesha has climbed by 106.6% year over year, far outpacing the citywide trend. This rise shows a distinct shift in the larger unit market compared to the overall flat rent movement.
Median rent
Median rent in Waukesha
$1,500/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Waukesha is $1,500 per month as of October 2026. This is 21% below the national average rent, or $400 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Waukesha
52
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Waukesha rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Waukesha, WI
Average rent prices in Waukesha have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Waukesha, WI
Rent prices in Waukesha vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Waukesha is $1,395, whereas a house costs $2,101. 1-bedroom apartments in Waukesha run $1,195 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,550.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $913 | No Change |  5% | |
1 bedroom | $1,195 |  1% | 8% | |
2 bedroom | $1,575 | No Change | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $2,086 | 4% | 16% | |
4 bedroom | $4,437 | No Change | 107% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Green Valley | $1,500 | |
Meadowbrook Heights | $1,595 | |
Merrill Crest | $1,500 | |
Minooka Parkway Estates | $1,552 | |
Overlook Farms | $1,525 | |
Pebble Valley | $1,700 | |
Rolling Ridge | $1,660 | |
Rolling Ridge South | $1,645 | |
Sunset Heights | $1,595 | |
Woodridge Grove | $1,500 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,395 | 1% | 3% | |
Condos | $1,725 | 42% | 4% | |
Houses | $2,101 | 7% | 17% |
Studio
Average rent
$913
Last year
5%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,195
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
8%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,575
Last 30 days
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,086
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
16%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$4,437
Last year
107%
Sunset Heights
Average rent
$1,595
Meadowbrook Heights
Average rent
$1,595
Minooka Parkway Estates
Average rent
$1,552
Pebble Valley
Average rent
$1,700
Green Valley
Average rent
$1,500
Woodridge Grove
Average rent
$1,500
Rolling Ridge
Average rent
$1,660
Merrill Crest
Average rent
$1,500
Rolling Ridge South
Average rent
$1,645
Overlook Farms
Average rent
$1,525
Apartments
Average rent
$1,395
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
Condos
Average rent
$1,725
Last 30 days
42%
Last year
4%
Houses
Average rent
$2,101
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
17%
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.
How does rent in Waukesha, WI compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Waukesha and Brookfield by all bedroom counts and property types.
Waukesha
21%lower than the national median
17%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Waukesha, WI is 5% lower than the median rent in Brookfield, WI.
Average rent in nearby cities
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52%Cost of living in Waukesha, WI
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 3% lower |
| Groceries | 2% higher |
| Health | 7% higher |
| Housing | 4% higher |
| Transportation | 2% lower |
| Utilities | 3% lower |
Discover rentals in Waukesha, WI
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Waukesha
310 W Broadway #B, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050
Price dropped $75Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 16
1d ago
156 S Grand Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1303 Fleetfoot Dr, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
1 bath
$1,249
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
1165 Whiterock Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
1 bath
$1,250
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
2445 Saratoga Rd, Waukesha, WI 53186
3 beds
1 bath
$3,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
2601 Elkhart Dr, Waukesha, WI 53189
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,400–$2,600
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Waukesha
2211 N University Dr #2, Waukesha, WI 53188
2 beds
2 baths
$2,400
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
Available Nov 1
1d ago
220 W Main St, Waukesha, WI 53186
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650–$2,100
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1008 River Place Blvd, Waukesha, WI 53189
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,385–$1,575
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
2600 2600 - 2610 Fielding Lane, Waukesha, WI 53188
2 beds
2 baths
$1,590–$1,785
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
n16w22360 N16W22330 - N16W22360 Watertown Road, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
2 baths
$1,600–$1,610
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
16h ago
2702 Meadowbrook Rd, Waukesha, WI 53188
3 beds
1 bath
$2,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1008 River Place Blvd, Waukesha, WI 53189
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,385–$1,575
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1303 Fleetfoot Dr, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
1 bath
$1,249
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
305 Sheffield Rd, Waukesha, WI 53186
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,150–$1,395
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
1308 Navajo Ln, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
1 bath
$1,315
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
20h ago
120 Cambridge Ave, Waukesha, WI 53188
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,500–$1,900
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
411 N Moreland Blvd, Waukesha, WI 53188
1 bed
1 bath
$995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1303 Fleetfoot Dr, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
1 bath
$1,249
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1h ago
1222 Fleetfoot Dr, Waukesha, WI 53186
2 beds
1 bath
$1,325
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Waukesha, WI
Quick answers to common questions about the Waukesha rental market.
How much is rent in Waukesha?
The average rent in Waukesha is $1,500 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Waukesha?
Average rent prices in Waukesha have remained the same over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Waukesha rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Waukesha is 21% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $400 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Waukesha?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Waukesha are Green Valley ($1,500/mo), Woodridge Grove ($1,500/mo), and Merrill Crest ($1,500/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Waukesha?
To comfortably afford rent in Waukesha, you'd need to earn approximately $60,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Waukesha?
August offers the best rental deals in Waukesha, with rents running about 3.7% lower than March, which sees the highest prices. December also provides good opportunities with the least competition from other renters.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).