Relocation Guide 2019-2020

Metro Business Publications would like to thank the following organizations and compa- nies for the use of their photographs: Nels Akerlund, Alexis Amenson, Ed Asmus, Brookville, Dreamstime, Jon Elliott, Fiduciary Real Estate Development, Inc.,Troye Fox, Mark Frohna, Green Bay Packers, Matt Haas, Mark Hines, Horizon Management Services, Paul Hundley, Peter Jakubowski, Jigsaw, Jessica Kaminski, John Karpinsky, Kate Kinser Photography, Douglas Krimmer, Landre Photography, Lynden Sculpture Garden, Mandel Group, Inc., Marquette University, Kate Messer, Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce, Metropolitan Associates, Miller High Life Theater, Milwaukee Art Museum, Milwaukee Brewers, Milwaukee Bucks, Milwaukee Department of City Development, Milwaukee Public Museum, Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, Milwaukee World Festival, MJZ Design, Mike Morbeck, David Munzingo, New Land Enterprises, John Nienhaus, onmilwaukee.com, Pewaukee Lake Ski Club, Paul Phillips, Picasa, Dennis Raschke, Mike Rebholz, Paul Roberts, Kat Schleicher Photography, Sara Stathas, Skynesher, Spirit of Milwaukee, Scott Witte Photography, David Szymanski, University School of Milwaukee, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, VISIT Milwaukee, Waukesha and Pewaukee Convention and Visitors Bureau, Wangard Companies, Wimmer Communities, Wisconsin Department of Tourism, Kenny Yoo. PHOTO CREDITS 04 Five-County Map 10 Relocation Specialists Professionals who understand the local market and can help you find the perfect home in the community of your dreams 12 Living Large in Milwaukee All about the five-county metropolitan region – its history, climate, people and economy 20 Things to Do The festivals, museums, sporting events and per- forming arts that make Milwaukee an entertainment destination 30 Next-Generation Jobs Milwaukee’s diverse economy is built on advanced manufacturing, financial services, e-commerce and medical technology 34 Apartment Living The five-county region is booming with a wide variety of new apartment living opportunities 50 Schools: Public & Private Detailed information on public and private schools, including primary and secondary schools, colleges and universities 64 Financing a Home Information about mortgages, lenders and home inspections that you will want to know before pur- chasing a home 68 Communities Narrow your search with detailed descriptions of the dozens of communities in the five-county region 84 Healthy Living Information about the area’s recreational opportunities, fitness centers and health care providers 92 Helpful Information Everything you need to know to hook up your utilities, register your automobile and get the licenses you may need 95 Advertiser Index & Website Directory 96 Interesting Stuff TABLE OF CONTENTS A special thank you to the Greater Milwaukee Association of Realtors, our supporting sponsor. 6 YOUR RELOCATION RESOURCE