
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Waukesha, WI Under $2,000 (13 Rentals)
Rental terms in Waukesha as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


West Grove on the Lake
The Freedom of Short-Term Rentals: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
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Springdale Apartments

234 W Main St
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Furnished Studio-Milwaukee - Waukesha
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Riverwalk Apartments

BridgeWalk Apartments
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Saddle Brook Apartments

Poplar Creek Town Center
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Corners of Brookfield

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Waukesha, WI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waukesha?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Waukesha Studio Apartments | $1,413 | $725 | $2,174 |
Waukesha 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,554 | $825 | $5,197 |
Waukesha 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,975 | $1,045 | $6,233 |
Waukesha 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,531 | $1,690 | $6,345 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Waukesha Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Waukesha?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Waukesha is at 234 W Main St listed at $1,000.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Waukesha Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Waukesha is $2,227.
What is the largest Short-term Waukesha Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Waukesha is a 1,815 square feet unit starting from $1,575 at Poplar Creek Town Center.
What is the average size for Waukesha Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Waukesha is currently at 647 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Finding The Best Affordable Milwaukee Neighborhoods to Rent
Written by: Tim Brown
I'm Tim, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Growing up in the city and then just blocks outside the border, many Milwaukee neighborhoods have been home to friends and family for many years.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.