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Milwaukee Mixed-Use Riverside Apartments

227 N Water St Milwaukee, WI 53202

227 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI, 53202
$5,375,000
For Sale
$5,375,000

Historic Third Ward apartments with commercial suites and riverwalk access.

Property Size26,749 SF
Price / SF$200.94
Days on Market111

Property Features for 227 N Water St

General Information

Standard status
Active
Size
26,749 SF
Property subtype
Multifamily
Listing agency Marcus & Millichap - Milwaukee
Listed by Matthew E. Whiteside · License #License(s): WI: 56948-090
Source Marcusmillichap
Added: Apr 3 Updated: Jul 10 at 3:56PM Checked: Jul 22 at 2:07AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Grand Riverside Apartments is a mixed-use property in Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward, featuring 16 apartment homes and 2 commercial suites. The property contains approximately 21,160 square feet of apartment homes and 5,589 square feet of commercial space, totaling 26,749 square feet. The residential unit mix includes four one-bedroom, one-bathroom units at 1,018 square feet and four one-bedroom, two-bathroom units at 1,081 square feet. Additionally, there are four two-bedroom, two-bathroom units at 1,557 square feet and four two-bedroom, two-bathroom plus den units at 1,643 square feet. The property also features two ground-level commercial suites: one at 2,753 square feet and the other at 2,836 square feet. Apartment homes feature open floor plans with exposed wood-beamed ceilings, cream city brick accent walls, bamboo flooring, and granite countertops. Units are equipped with in-unit washers and dryers, central air-conditioning, and stainless steel appliance packages including refrigerator, range and oven, dishwasher, and microwave. Many units also offer waterfront views and direct access to the Milwaukee Riverwalk. Residential tenants are responsible for heat, gas, and electric utilities. Water, sewer, and trash services are paid by ownership and billed back to tenants through a third-party RUBS system. Commercial tenants are responsible for their CAM Share (real estate taxes, special assessments, snow, management fee, and insurance), as well as heat, electric, gas, water and sewer, and cleaning expenses. All such utilities are separately metered for commercial suites. The Historic Third Ward is recognized as the city’s premier shopping, dining, and arts district. The neighborhood features a concentration of upscale retailers, art galleries, restaurants, professional services, and theaters. The district also hosts popular events and is home to the Milwaukee Public Market.

Key Highlights

  • Premier location in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward, known for shopping and dining.
  • Income potential from residential units and commercial suites, with $7,165/month commercial income.
  • High‑end apartment features: open floor plans, exposed wood‑beamed ceilings, cream city brick, and stainless steel appliances.

Local Financial Insights For Retail

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $433.3k $16.20
− Vacancy −$32.5k −$1.22
EGI $400.8k $14.99
− OpEx −$120.3k −$4.50
NOI $280.6k $10.49
26,749 SF · lease $16.20/SF/yr · vacancy 7.50% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$4.01M
$3.51M – $4.68M (±1% cap)
NOI $280,584 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.22%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$3.56M
$3.11M – $4.15M (±1% cap)
NOI $249,138 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.64%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$6.43M
$5.62M – $7.50M (±1% cap)
NOI $449,961 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.37%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Grand Riverside Apartment Building Brand Builders Business Service Center 227 Water Street ... Apartment Building

Suggested Use

Butcher (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Locksmith (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Tanning Salon Buffet Nursing Home

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Apartment building - Historic Third Ward apartments with commercial suites and riverwalk access.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 227 N Water St Milwaukee, WI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $5,375,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Premier location in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward, known for shopping and dining.; Income potential from residential units and commercial suites, with $7,165/month commercial income.; **High‑end apartment features:** open floor plans, exposed wood‑beamed ceilings, cream city brick, and stainless steel appliances.
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