What is the average apartment size in DeForest?

The average size for a DeForest, WI apartment is 927 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in DeForest?

As of Mar / 2026, the average rent in DeForest is $1,686 per month, a 3.97% increase from last years average of $1,622.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in DeForest?

In DeForest, studios rent for $1,268 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,518 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,030 per month.

What is the average apartment size in DeForest?

The typical apartment in DeForest offers about 927 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in DeForest?

Studio apartments in DeForest average 561 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 822 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,166 sq. ft.

DeForest, WI Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in DeForest?

The typical rent budget in DeForest ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 51% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in DeForest?

In DeForest, 22% of households rent while 78% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: April 10, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in DeForest is $1,686, a 3.97% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,622.

Studio Apartments at $1,268 offer the most budget-friendly option with 561 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 822 square feet for $1,518, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,030 offer 1,166 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Average rent in DeForest, WI

Last updated: April 10, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,686	927 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,268	561 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,518	822 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,030	1,166 sq. ft.
3 Beds	n/a	n/a

DeForest, WI rent trends

Rental prices in DeForest, WI have increased by 3.97% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,622 to $1,686.

What's the typical rent budget in DeForest, WI?

The largest share of rentals in DeForest, WI (51%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in DeForest, WI?

1,018 or 22% of the households in DeForest, WI are renter-occupied while 3,596 or 78% are owner-occupied.

How DeForest Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
DeForest	$1,686
Madison	$1,824
Milwaukee	$1,592
Appleton	$1,289
La Crosse	$1,271
Neenah	$1,276
Brookfield	$1,851
Oshkosh	$1,166
Middleton	$1,619
Onalaska	$1,402
New Berlin	$1,652
Cross Plains	$1,399
Cottage Grove	$1,584
Waunakee	$1,667

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all DeForest apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.