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Senior Living Apartments in Milwaukee, WI

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If you’re an active, independent older adult looking for senior housing in Milwaukee, senior citizen apartments in Milwaukee might be the right fit. Apartments for seniors typically don’t include personal care services, but may offer amenities, activities, and maintenance for a stress-free, social lifestyle.

A Place for Mom can help older adults navigate how to apply for senior housing in Milwaukee and consider their options. With 57 senior rentals in Milwaukee, WI, we can help you find the right apartment for your budget and lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for upscale Milwaukee 55-plus apartments or low-income senior apartments for rent in Milwaukee, A Place for Mom can simplify your search.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Valley Forge, Honey Creek Parkway and Wick Field.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Waukesha, Germantown and Menomonee Falls.

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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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What families are saying about senior apartments in Milwaukee

Recent reviews for senior apartments in Milwaukee

Marquette Manor in South Milwaukee, WI

5.0
After 20 years of taking care of my mom, we decided it would be best for her to start living on her own. It was a tough transition, but [Removed], the manager, made it so easy for her to feel at home. She addresses concerns and needs right away and makes sure that all of the residents feel ...
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Parkwood Highlands Apartments 55+ in New Berlin, WI

5.0
What I like the most about the Parkwood Highlands Apartments is the friendliness of the staff members as well as the residents there. I would recommend this community to other families based on my experience so far.

Sunrise Village in South Milwaukee, WI

5.0
Just a great experience all around. Apartment fantastic

Cost of senior apartments in Milwaukee, WI

The average cost of senior living in Milwaukee is 1150.77 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Franklin, WI with an average of 1091.94 per month.

Average monthly cost of Senior Apartments in Milwaukee, WI vs. nearby cities

Milwaukee, WI

$1,151/mo

Franklin, WI

$1,092/mo

Greendale, WI

$1,094/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

Research services for seniors in Milwaukee, WI

In Milwaukee, Wisconsin, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Milwaukee is not car dependent, meaning seniors can expect to rely on public transportation. Transit options in Milwaukee include MCTS, Lake Express High Speed Ferry, and Amtrak Hiawatha. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Milwaukee has robust biking infrastructure and is walkable.

Milwaukee offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Ascension Columbia St Mary’s Hospital Milwaukee and Aurora St Lukes Medical Center.

Best known for famous breweries and Brewers baseball, Milwaukee is a thriving city rich in cultural and historical attractions. Residents can spend their days exploring the many sights, flavors, and sounds of the Historic Third Ward, a revitalized warehouse district home to eclectic eateries, unique boutiques, and remarkable art. Whether it’s picking produce and gaining culinary knowledge in the Milwaukee Public Market or touring the famed Pabst Mansion, there’s plenty to see and do in Milwaukee.

What are senior apartments?

Senior apartments offer a no-frills housing option for active and independent seniors. Units are often designed with senior-friendly features for accessibility, such as elevators and wide doorways. In general, senior apartments don’t provide health care services or daily assistance. Many senior apartments include:

  • Utilities
  • Home maintenance and repairs
  • Security
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Parkwood Highlands Apartments 55+, Highlands at Riverwalk Apartments 55+ and Thompson Meadows are the top rated senior apartments facilities near Milwaukee, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.

There are 57 senior apartments facilities near Milwaukee, Wisconsin. See the full list.

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