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On October 8th, our Wisconsin associates came together for their annual Weidner Cares Day, partnering with Neighborhood House of Milwaukee to improve the spaces where children, families, and community members learn, connect, and grow.
Weidner Cares is Weidner’s annual company-wide philanthropy program, bringing associates together for a day of service to support local nonprofits and strengthen the communities where they live and work. Neighborhood House of Milwaukee supports this mission through educational, enrichment, and family programs, including early childhood education, after-school and summer activities, teen development, outdoor education, and resources for refugees and immigrants.
To help support these programs, our Wisconsin associates tackled a variety of projects throughout the facility and its outdoor spaces. Outside, teams worked on landscaping, cleared overgrown areas, repaired fences, refreshed entrance signage, improved playground areas, pressure-washed surfaces, and repaired a storage shed.
Inside, associates used their maintenance and renovation skills to paint classrooms, repair drywall, replace ceiling tiles, and update the staff break room. They also refreshed the entryway, conference room, skate room, and other program spaces to create a more welcoming and functional environment.
These improvements will benefit the children, families, staff, and community members who use Neighborhood House’s facilities and participate in its programs. The day also allowed our associates to apply their skills in a new setting and work together to support an organization making a difference in their local community.
Thank you to Neighborhood House of Milwaukee for welcoming our team and allowing us to contribute to your important work. We’re also grateful to every Wisconsin associate who shared their time, skills, and energy to make this day of service a success.
Visit our Weidner Cares website to learn more about our philanthropy program and explore the projects Team Weidner has completed in communities across North America!
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[Sun Prairie, WI – September 29, 2026] Weidner Apartment Homes, an industry-recognized multifamily operator and developer, has expanded its Madison portfolio by acquiring Aster at Sun Prairie Apartments, a luxury apartment community in Sun Prairie, WI. The acquisition strengthens Weidner's presence in the Madison metropolitan area and brings its local portfolio to 1,657 units.
Built in 2018, Aster at Sun Prairie is a Class A, garden-style community featuring 228 apartment homes across nearly 24 acres. The property offers spacious studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom floor plans with a distinctive direct-access design that combines the privacy of single-family living with the convenience of a professionally managed apartment community. Each home features nine-foot ceilings and a private patio or balcony, with many residences offering attached or detached garages. The resort-inspired amenity package includes an outdoor swimming pool, a modern clubhouse, a fitness center, and inviting outdoor gathering spaces.
Aster at Sun Prairie is ideally situated on Madison's rapidly growing east side, providing residents with convenient access to major employment centers, including UW Health, American Family Insurance, The American Center Business Park, and Downtown Madison. The community also benefits from significant nearby retail and medical development, placing residents near an expanding collection of employment opportunities, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences.
The Madison metropolitan area continues to stand out for sustained population growth, a dynamic economy, and strong demand for rental housing. Anchored by the University of Wisconsin, the State of Wisconsin, leading healthcare systems, and a growing technology sector, the region benefits from a stable employment base and continued economic investment.
Weidner Apartment Homes owns and manages Aster at Sun Prairie Apartments. The company looks forward to strengthening its presence in the Madison market while providing an exceptional living experience for Aster at Sun Prairie residents.
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Wisconsin revisits Shepherd’s College for Weidner Cares 2025!
This year, the president of the Shepherd Foundation, Brian Cartwright, opened the day with a message that resonated deeply: “When you learn in an environment designed specifically for you, you thrive.”
With that impressive start, our associates worked across campus to bring new life to student housing and shared spaces. Projects included painting all 12 third-year apartments, adding bright accent walls, updating bathroom vanities, and refreshing the laundry room. Associates also repainted 13 exterior doors, converted a closet into a locker room space, and gave the greenhouse check-in area a much-needed upgrade, replacing a makeshift desk with a new counter that staff couldn’t stop talking about.
The energy on campus was joyful and contagious. Students greeted volunteers with coffee and smiles, snapped photos in front of their freshly painted rooms, and expressed their excitement with simple words that said it all: “It makes me happy!”
For Weidner associates, this was more than just a volunteer project – it was an opportunity to witness the impact of teamwork firsthand and reconnect with friends in the community. We’re honored to have supported Shepherds College for a third time, continuing a partnership that reflects Weidner’s commitment to community, inclusion, and giving back.
Thank you, Wisconsin, for your outstanding contributions to your community!
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[Madison, WI, September 25, 2024] – Weidner Apartment Homes, a real estate investment and property management company recognized industry-wide as a creative developer of new housing, acquired Glacier Valley at Reston Heights Apartments in Madison, WI. Glacier Valley is a 158-unit garden-style property with five one-, two-, and three-story buildings on 8.62 acres.The property holds 152,300 SF of total rentable space and was built in phases from 2009 through 2012. Located in the low-density suburban neighborhood Reston Heights, the community is highlighted by lush landscape features, nestled next to 335 acres of parkland at Door Creek Park and Blooming Grove Drumlins Natural Resource Area.
Glacier Valley is situated at American Parkway, Highway 30, and the I-94/90 corridor, making downtown Madison 10 minutes away. The Reston Heights neighborhood holds a Metro Market and a Piggly Wiggly, and several entertainment options are available at Lake Monona, Olbrich Park, and East Towne Mall within a few miles of the community.
Glacier Valley offers quality studio, one, and two-bedroom apartments with an average unit size of 964 SF. The community provides rare layouts with select units having walk-up entries, two stories, large patios/balconies, and vaulted ceilings. Each home features in-unit laundry, laminate wood flooring, a complete appliance package, and walk-in closets.
The stand-out community amenities include an outdoor swimming pool with a sundeck, grilling stations, and a resident clubhouse. Glacier Valley is also pet-friendly, controlled access, and has a 166-space underground parking garage.
This acquisition brings Weidner’s portfolio to 1,495 units in the greater Madison area. Weidner is the owner and manager of Glacier Valley at Reston Heights Apartments. The company is eager to expand in Madison and provide the community with high-end, quality rental homes.
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[Madison, WI, July 31, 2024] – Weidner Apartment Homes, a real estate investment and property management company recognized industry-wide as a creative developer of new housing, closed a dual community deal in Madison, WI, by acquiring 515 @ Royster Apartments and Royster Commons Apartments.
Royster Commons is a two-building, four-story, 86-unit property built in 2019 that sits atop the Madison Public Library and Options in Community Living. 515 @ Royster is a singular, 88-unit, three-story apartment building built in 2022.
The assets are on the same block with a combined surface-level parking lot. Due to the property's proximity, Weidner combined the assets into one community, offering 151,781 SF of rentable space, and renamed the assets Royster Commons Apartments.
Each building enjoys its own set of amenities, including extensive community patios with grills and lounge seating, luxury clubhouses, and gyms with modern equipment. The units feature gourmet kitchens, stainless steel appliances, and stone countertops. Select homes have large private balconies and/or 270-degree floor-to-ceiling windows.
Royster Commons offers upscale apartments in Madison’s vibrant Eastside neighborhood. The community is ideally located 15 minutes from downtown Madison to the west and large regional employers, including American Family Insurance, Baker Tilly, and UWHealth, to the north. Located along Cottage Grove Road, a primary east/west thoroughfare, the properties are minutes from I-90 to Chicago and I-94 to Milwaukee. Closer in, residents live within walking distance of lakefront Olbrich Park and Gardens, San Damiano Park, and Woodman’s grocery.
Weidner is the owner and manager of Royster Commons Apartments. The company is excited to enter the Madison, WI rental market and provide the community with high-end, quality rental homes.
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Winter is a beautiful season, but sometimes the cold air makes leaving the house seem undesirable. But such weather offers a great opportunity to spend time indoors with our friends, family, and loved ones. It can also lead to a super fun new hobby to keep you busy on those long winter nights!
Here are 5 fun winter activities for your whole family to enjoy:
Hot Chocolate Bar
What could be more fun on a wintry day or night than a hot cocoa bar?
Set out all the best toppings and garnishes, like marshmallows, whipped cream, sprinkles, candy canes, and cinnamon. If you’re having friends over, you might consider making a large batch of cocoa in a crock-pot or on the stove.
Really, you could do this with any of your favorite hot beverages. If you like coffee, you could set out fun syrups, coffee creamers, and a milk frother to get the foam just right. If you like apple cider, you can set out spices, herbs, sliced fruit, or any other garnishes to make your favorite drink even more special.
Learn to knit or crochet
Is it too cold to leave the house lately?
Next time you need a fun way to pass the time, try looking up knitting or crocheting tutorials for a great new hobby. This could also be a great way to spend time with your family or friends. You might just find yourself wanting to give out handmade gifts this holiday season!
Make sure to take a look around your home before running out to buy any supplies. You might have yarn (or other necessities) that you didn’t remember about. Taking the time for this extra step could save you some money!
Make some DIY home decor
Your cold, possibly snowy, day could be the perfect opportunity to make some homemade pieces of decor for your home. If you decide to try your hand at knitting or crocheting, you could make your own wall art, throw pillow covers, or blankets. You could also make an arrangement or potpourri with pine cones, branches of pine, and dried orange slices.
This is another activity that you’ll want to prepare for ahead of time. Check your home (and backyard!) for any supplies you might already have before making a trip to the store.
Cook and bake your favorite seasonal treats
A great way to pass the time and warm your home when it’s too cold to go outside is to cook in your oven!
Plan out some favorite winter and holiday treats and meals to make on your next day in. You can spend the day in your warm kitchen while your home is filled with the smells of all your favorite foods.
Get outside
If you don’t want to spend time indoors anymore, get outside and enjoy the crisp air!
You can bundle up in your warmest hat and coat, maybe pack a thermos of hot coffee or tea, and take a walk along your favorite path. If it is snowy where you live, try out some of the classic snow activities, like sledding, building a snowman, or starting a snowball fight. You can also spend your time outside gathering some fun winter foliage to use for crafts or gift wrapping accessories!
Do you love the winter weather, or are you a bigger fan of warm weather?
If you are ready for a new address in a warmer climate, check out Motif Apartment Homes in Phoenix, AZ. Motif is an incredible, active community in a vibrant neighborhood. Our amenities are as luxurious as they are convenient, and our modern floor plans are exactly what you have been looking for. Our friendly leasing team would love to offer you a tour or provide more information about our community; contact us today to schedule a tour of your future home!
If you’d prefer a home that includes snowy days and scenic winter nights, you would LOVE Latitude Apartment Homes. Located on the East Side of Milwaukee near the Milwaukee Art Museum, Lake Michigan, and the Milwaukee Riverwalk, Latitude is a wonderful Wisconsin community full of friendly faces and fun resident activities. Fall in love with our incredible amenities that offer convenience and luxury to your everyday life. Our friendly leasing team would love to offer you a tour or provide more information about our community; contact us today to schedule a tour of your future home!
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Menomonie, WI, May 4, 2023
Weidner Apartment Homes, a multifamily real estate investment and property management company, recently announced a $1,050,000 donation to the Stout University Foundation. This gift funds ongoing support for the University of Wisconsin-Stout Real Estate Property Management Program and $500,000 for scholarships benefiting incoming REPM Program students. This donation will be divided into 20 $5,000 scholarships granted over the next five years to new or transfer students declaring the REPM major. This value covers approximately one-third of the annual tuition at UW-Stout.
Weidner’s partnership with UW-Stout began in 2012 when the organization donated $1 million to create the Weidner Center for Residential Property Management in Heritage Hall. The company’s next donation came in 2015 when they donated $500,000 for additional program support. This recent gift brings Weidner’s total contributions to UW-Stout’s Residential Property Management Program to over $2.5 million.
"Our long-term investment into the real estate property management undergrad program at UW-Stout reflects my confidence in the curriculum that is being taught to students; the fact that the educators in the program have prior industry experience and can help to personalize the education with real-world examples; and that we’ve seen strong results in terms of the students that have been recruited to our team.” Dean Weidner, Weidner Apartment Homes’ Founder and Chairman, said, “I look forward to our continued partnership with the university and this program for many years to come."
With 60 students enrolled in the program and 27 pursuing a Residential Property Management minor, UW-Stout’s program is already believed to be the largest of its kind in the U.S. In UW-Stout’s new report, recent graduates from the program reported 100% employment within six months of earning their degree. In the past decade, Weidner has hired 84 UW-Stout graduates and 161 UW-Stout student interns.
"There continues to be strong demand in the residential property management sector for workers to lead the day-to-day operations ofthe nation’s numerous multifamily housing communities,” Dean Weidner said. “To meet that demand, employers like Weidner Apartment Homes have looked toward career pathway programs that focus on applied learning, such as the one at UW-Stout, to identify, support and target students who are looking to grow their skills and move directly into the workforce post-graduation,” Dean Weidner added.
Chancellor Katherine Frank thanked Dean Weidner for his generosity and ongoing support of UW-Stout. “Mr. Weidner’s incredible gift to support teaching and learning at UW-Stout has already and will continue to impact students’ learning and career trajectory far into the future. He recognizes the value of our distinct approach to education at UW-Stout and how this approach produces future leaders in the workplace who positively impact their communities,” Frank said.
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]]>Active Adult describes lifestyle-focused housing for residents aged 55+ rather than traditional senior housing built to suit aging needs. These communities offer a middle ground between conventional multifamily, which lacks the extra amenities and activities, and Independent Living, which provides services and catering. Mature residents seek The Oaks at Shorewood to downsize and experience supreme retirement living while maintaining North Shore community ties.
The Oaks of Shorewood is a single four-story building built in 2018. On 3.45 acres, the community holds 101 homes, a mix of 136 garage and surface-level parking spaces, and 105 secure storage lockers. Residents can live in one of the 13 offered pet-friendly floor plans of one and two-bedroom homes ranging from 718 to 1,750 square feet.
Every floor plan is an empty-nester’s dream apartment that eliminates the stress of maintaining a home without skimping on luxuries. Residents enjoy living in an open-concept layout with a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, a large island, stainless steel GE appliances, and 42’ maple countertops. Accessibility was at the forefront when constructing the homes, and every unit has a washer and dryer, walk-in closets, spacious bathrooms with double vanities, and LVP flooring.
The Oaks of Shorewood boasts 7,000+ square feet of indoor amenities and two outdoor courtyards that cater to the Active Adult demographic. Residents live with elevated touches, including a guest suite, a climate-controlled wine storage room, an outdoor patio with summer kitchens, and a club room with an entertainer’s kitchen and bar. Additional activity-focused amenities include a fitness center, a yoga studio, a golf/sports simulator with Kegerator, a lap pool, a whirlpool, a pickleball court, an off-leash dog run, a resident garden, and direct access to Oak Leaf Trail.
The Oaks at Shorewood is located along the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan, ten minutes outside of downtown Milwaukee. Shorewood is ranked as the 5th best place to live in WI, the most densely populated village in WI, and is known as Milwaukee’s most urban suburb. The city is highlighted by 13 acres of parkland, including Hubbard Park & Beer Garden, Estabrook Park, and Atwater Park. The modernized Bayshore also boasts 60+ retailers and restaurants.
The Oaks of Shorewood Apartments is a valuable asset to Weidner’s growing Milwaukee metroplex portfolio. The community is an exciting new endeavor to provide a quality, well-managed multifamily product for Shorewood, WI, residents.
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Located just a few miles northwest of Milwaukee, WI, Germantown is a cozy suburb with a population of about 20,000 people. The community is situated near plenty of employment and educational opportunities. It is close to big city amenities like arts, entertainment, dining, and shopping while holding on to its own unique identity. Here are six great reasons to live in Germantown, WI.- Employment. More than a dozen Fortune 500 companies are headquartered in the surrounding areas of Germantown, WI. Well-known businesses such as Harley-Davidson, Kohl’s Department Stores, and Northwestern Mutual are located in the area, providing fulfilling careers in many markets and industries.
- Education. Roughly 20 different colleges are located in and around the Milwaukee area, providing plenty of opportunities to further one’s education. Students can be found at the University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee, Marquette University, the Milwaukee School of Engineering, as well as smaller specialty schools such as the Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design and Columbia College of Nursing. Germantown is a great place to start and grow in your career.
- Food. There are several culinary and dining options throughout the Milwaukee area with famous food tours downtown, including fish fry, pizza, and tacos and tequila tours. However, Germantown itself offers some dining gems, including Von Rothenburg Bier Stube, an authentic style German bier stube and garten. During warmer weather, the Bier Garten features live music during the weekends and a wonderful Wisconsin ambiance. Check out the Bier Stube year-round with its liters of beer, giant pretzels, and authentic cuisine.
- Quirky Museums. Although downtown Milwaukee features big-city arts and science museums, you’ll be in the vicinity of some quirky fun sites when you live in Germantown. Visit the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum in town, which houses the world’s largest bobblehead collection. Learn about the history of bobbleheads as well as how to make your own!
- Historic Sites. Once upon a time, Wisconsin was part of the wild west. Museums such as Old World Wisconsin celebrate the area’s past and the region’s first settlers. Be sure to also check out Old Falls Village, which features historic homes, a railroad depot, and a schoolhouse from the late 1800s.
- Local Farms. Germantown is not to be left behind in the age of farm-to-table and supporting the local agricultural community. One famous fruit farm in the area dates back to 1839, when the founding family arrived from the German province of Pomerania. Although the roots of the Barthel Farm was in dairy production, the family had an innate interest in orchards and tree grafting. By the mid-1950s, the family expanded its fruit production and sold off the dairy component. This made the family farm become a staple of fresh food production in the area, and their delicious produce is a must-try!
Whether you’re moving into the Germantown area from across town or from across the country, be sure to check out River’s Cove Apartment Homes. Located near Menomonee River and next to Blackstone Golf Course, River’s Cove is the premier place for apartment home living in Germantown. Our gorgeous apartment community offers sprawling floor plans of spacious two and three-bedroom homes. Our pet-friendly community offers a walk-in closet, a patio or balcony, central A/C and heating in every home, and much more! We invite you to see River’s Cove for yourself and schedule a virtual or in-person tour with one of our knowledgeable team members. We can’t wait to welcome you into your new home in Germantown, WI!
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On Tuesday, July 20, 2021, Weidner Apartment Homes, a global real estate investment and management company, acquired the dual community, Vim + Vigor Apartments in Milwaukee, WI. This acquisition marks Weidner’s 10th property in Milwaukee and 16th community in Wisconsin. Vim + Vigor holds 274 units and is spread between two five-story buildings located within a block of each other in the downtown historic Brewery District. The communities were built between 2018-2019, and each building has commercial retail space on the ground floor.
Weidner took a unique approach with their acquisition of Vim + Vigor by combining the property with their other community, Frederick Lofts Apartment Homes, located on Juneau Avenue in downtown Milwaukee. The three buildings are renamed Vim + Vigor Lofts and operate out of one leasing office. Vim + Vigor Lofts’ structure provides a unique and customizable apartment experience with its different living options offered in one cohesive community. Residents can choose their building based on the floor plans and amenities that best suit their needs while having the benefit of living in a well-managed Weidner community.
Vim + Vigor Lofts offers 33 different floor plans of micro, studio, one, two, and three bedroom homes ranging in sizes between 376 to 1,340 square feet to accommodate multiple living situations. Depending on the building, residents can enjoy living with high-end features, including wood-style flooring, an in-unit washer and dryer, 9-foot-tall ceilings, granite countertops, private patios or balconies, extra closets, ceiling fans, and a complete stainless-steel appliance package. Residents can also choose between two types of finishes to match their style preferences.
Vim + Vigor Lofts expands resident’s living areas with a full list of desirable amenities. The three building’s combined shared spaces include a homebrew studio, a state-of-the-art fitness center, an outdoor courtyard, a grilling station, a yoga studio, a business center, a theater, a rooftop patio with firepits, a media room, and a clubhouse with a gourmet chicken. The community offers additional conveniences like a complimentary coffee station, on-site dry cleaning/laundry services, rentable guestrooms, secure package receiving lockers, maid and house-sitting services, underground parking garages, and 24-hour emergency maintenance. Vim + Vigor Lofts is also controlled access, pet-friendly, and a smoke-free community.
Located in the Brewery District in downtown Milwaukee, Vim + Vigor Lofts gives residents direct access to the area’s best shopping, dining, entertainment, schools, and employers. The UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena and the Fiserv Forum, home of the Milwaukee Bucks and the Marquette Golden Eagles, are minutes from the community. Other attractions like King Park, the Milwaukee River, the Menomonee River, and the Milwaukee Public Museum are within walking distance. Vim + Vigor Lofts offers easy access to I-43, I-94, Highway 145, and a dozen bus stops on Milwaukee County Transit System, providing working professionals and students a short commute.
Vigor Lofts was purchased and will be managed by Weidner Apartment Homes. Weidner is recognized industry-wide as an efficient provider of quality rental homes and a creative developer of new housing.
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