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Westwood Apartments
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Westwood Apartments

1701-1713 Elder StWaukesha, WI 53188
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Delafield Courtyard

1012-1022 Delafield StWaukesha, WI 53188
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800-820 Delafield St
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800-820 Delafield St

800-820 Delafield 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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East Terrace Apartments
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East Terrace Apartments

801 N East AveWaukesha, WI 53186
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Waukesha 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 05, 2025

There are currently 278 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Waukesha, WI neighborhoods that range in price from $532 to $6,587. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Waukesha with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Eastern Waukesha225$1,555$532
Downtown Waukesha27$1,251$855
Westmoreland Grove21$1,535$850
Overlook Farms5$1,062$855

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 $2,382. Village at Fox River has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 951 square feet and currently listed start at $1,675. 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$2,382
Village at Fox River1BR/1.0BA951 Sq Ft$1,675
BridlewoodLemongrass950 Sq Ft$1,517
Springs at MeadowbrookGrand Overlook 1 BR947 Sq Ft$1,780
234 W Main St1 bed River View895 Sq Ft$1,375
Willow CreekHawthorne865 Sq Ft$1,310
Clearpoint Apartments1BR/1.0BA830 Sq Ft$1,600
Corners of Brookfield1E1809 Sq Ft$1,749
Clearwater Apartments1 Bed801 Sq Ft$1,425

Cheapest Available Waukesha 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 05, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Waukesha, WI is the 1 Bedroom A Model starting from $1,034 at Berkshire at Kensington in the Spring Hills neighborhood. The second most affordable Waukesha 1 Bedroom is the 1 bed/ 1 bath Model at Maple Ave Apartments starting at $1,050 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Waukesha is currently $1,549. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Waukesha:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Berkshire at Kensington1 Bedroom A$1,034
Maple Ave Apartments1 bed/ 1 bath$1,050
Hillside Village Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath$1,205
West Grove on the LakeGrove A1R$1,265
Willow CreekWindflower$1,275
Springdale ApartmentsB1$1,310
Rivers Edge ApartmentsA2$1,320
234 W Main St1 bed River View$1,375
The LodgeCabin$1,420
Clearwater Apartments1 Bed$1,425

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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

Ranked #18

Among cities in Wisconsin for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Getting Around Waukesha, WI

Walk Score®

44 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

21 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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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 Berkshire at Kensington listed at $1,034.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Waukesha is $1,549.

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 $2,382 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 815 sq ft.

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