This place is my new jam, or house, whatever. Its awesome. We have windows, walls, closets, a…read morekitchen, and whole bunch of awesome! It is actually an old warehouse that has cinder block walls, concrete floors, and stainless steel kitchens, in an up and coming neighborhood. We love our new place!

We are a young professional couple, and after a thorough couple days of looking at apartments all…read morethroughout Milwaukee, a two-bedroom on the top floor of the JHL building was our top choice. We put money down to hold our spot and as we were driving away a man from a showing I had canceled called to insist we come look at his brand new townhouses on Humboldt. We did, and were wowed, but loved the character at JHL and told the owner of the townhouse no thank you. I took the weekend to think about it and after crunching numbers/pros cons, I changed my mind only because: 1) Price. It would have cost between $4-5k more (than our other option) to live at JHL over two years factoring in parking, ALL utilities (even trash), and some nonrefundable amenities/pet fees. 2) Convenience. JHL Only has surface lot parking (not covered), which costs $80/month. Our other option had two attached garage spots included in the price of rent. 3) Location. I didn't love the feel of the neighborhood. I know Walker's Point has a lot of great restaurants etc. but it didn't feel like a place I'd feel comfortable walking the dog/running at. 4) Some minor cons: utilities would probably be ridiculous at JHL because of the huge windows/very large size of the unit we were interested in, electric range instead of gas range (as someone who cooks almost every night, that was something I really wasn't looking forward to), stand up showers instead of bathtubs. All that being said, the unit we were wanting to rent was incredible. 18-foot ceilings, tons of natural sunlight, great views, incredible warehouse character -- all concrete, exposed ductwork, expansive loft windows. It had in-unit laundry and a dishwasher, both of which are non-negotiables for me at this point in my life. Shaina, the person who represented JHL and showed us the space, was incredibly kind, prompt in her responses, and wonderful to work with. She was also flexible when we were trying to negotiate rent based on being willing to sign a longer lease. After we changed our minds, she returned half of our application fee, even though it was pretty clear at the time we paid it we would not be getting it back if we were approved and decided not to live there. She waited for me to move and then mailed it to my new address. I was really impressed with that customer service. I'm still sort of sad we didn't live there even though I love our new place. Our new place is brand new with awesome amenities and I really love the neighborhood, but there's just something about the character of a loft.

Great affordable clean apartment building with phenomenal views Great for long term tenants…read more Can't beat the location !

I am still living here so this might be a bit bias. I love it, so far. The fixtures in the…read morekitchen arn't the best, but they are reasonable. I would like it alot better if the range was gas instead of electric. However, this place has a great bang for your buck. Awesome view, cool neighbors, great location, reasonable price. We haven't had any maintenance issues yet, but I will update this after I have lived here for more than 3 months. However, so far so good. P.S. the view is SICK!

I have lived here for 13 years. Owner is very forthright and responsive. Problems repaired quickly…read more Locked lobby & floors and underground parking (but waitlisted) with on-site storage and laundry. Heat from radiators, bring your own air conditioner. Small kitchens and dinettes, medium 1-Bedroom apartments and 1 Studio apartment on each of 3 floors. Quiet neighbors, no riff-raff, druggies or wild partiers. Allows cats, but not big dogs.

Howell Apartments was the perfect fit for me. Every morning I could easily walk for a morning…read morecoffee in the new Collectivo shop. Toly rented me a one bedroom and bathroom unit. It was newly renovated and nicely up-kept. The building features a heated parking garage with storage spaces and an on-site laundry room. Toly, the manager, was prompt with any issues or requests. The neighborhood is very close to the lake and has plenty of restaurants and shops within walking distance. I truly enjoyed the Bayview Area, thank you!

I cannot rave about this place more…read more Modern, Scandinavian feel, with GIANT windows, in a great location, that are big, new appliances, very clean. Common amenities include: trash chute, work out room, and suite/lounge area you can rent out. They've tried to keep as much of the history as they can, and there are beautiful staircases that showcase that. The units are extremely quiet neighbor to neighbor, I can tell when the upstairs unit is walking around in heels or moving furniture, but I have never heard a sound from either side. One thing to be mindful of. You are in the heart of Milwaukee's urban downtown. Street noise is a thing if you have windows overlooking Wisconsin or Plankinton (obviously). Sirens, busses, people leaving the riverside. To me it is extremely manageable but some of the neighbors have been bothered by it. Not a negative for me, but something to keep in mind. Lastly, I have to rave about management. I have never lived in a place with such kind and understanding apartment management. Most recently there had been a billing error on their end and they handled it with poise, professionalism, and were fair about the solution. The lobby areas are spotless, no problems with packages being delivered, and they're pet friendly!

Although I'm not officially moved there yet Nicole has been more than helpful and offers only the…read morebest customer service possible. I'm both happy and proud that I will be able to call myself a MKE resident in October. Thank you so much Nicole for keeping good communication with me throughout the whole process. You're the best!!

We have lived here for just over a month, and I can't imagine a better place to rent in the city of…read moreMilwaukee. After reviewing and analyzing hundreds of rentals all over the Milwaukee area, I chose River Place Lofts sight unseen from the confines of our place in Seattle, Washington. I even created comparison charts. Yet, one never knows about a choice made from the internet. For once, I was right on! River Place Lofts aren't perfect, but what is? For our needs, RPL is close. The buildings stay true to their historical origins. We reside in the original, Beams House, a renovation that has been awarded architectural prizes. Our two bedroom, two bathroom apartment has original cream city brick walls, wooden ceiling beams, and charming accouterments from the turn of the twentieth century. Friends ask how we found such a cool place, and they ask if we hired a designer. No, that creativity came with the unit. The spaces are large, windows thick, and I just wish we weren't on the first floor. Some views at RPL are wonderful. Ours stink, but ya can't have it all. River Place Lofts has the best location in the city, and that's not hyperbole. We are a five minute walk from the excitement of Walker's Point. Second and First Avenues restaurant/bar/gallery quarter is to the East, and just a short walk over the Sixth Avenue Bridge is Milwaukee's Zocalo plus distillaries and breweries. I have a ten minute walk to the Third Ward and the Public Market. The Menomonee River runs along the complex and I can have a kayak in the water in two minutes. Yet, the coup de gras is RPL is private and exclusive, residing on a dead end street, and enclosed within a gated enclave. We have no worries walking our dog late at night on the designated grassy areas. The next door neighbor on our dead end is the brand new Rite-Hite headquarters and showpiece, designed with lovely walkways and places to sit and relax. It's a green oasis surrounded by industrial chic. Truly, RPL has its private space within the city of Milwaukee. My photos tell a decent story. There are some issues. I need to be honest. The A.C. could be stronger. Lighting isn't great in our unit. Construction on the fourth building is still continuing, and is annoying. We can hear our upstairs neighbors clearly through the floor joists, and the kitchen is not designed for a chef. Appliances are builder grade, but the resident demographic doesn't cook much with hundreds of restaurants ten minutes away. These are all minor compared to what's great about RPL. Sean, the manager, takes great pride in what RPL has accomplished. He wants each tenant to appreciate what went into creating this place, and Sean wants everyone to be as happy as he is. When we need something fixed, Ricardo is here the same day we wrote our ticket! BTW, I forgot to mention there is a fully equipped gym, a cigar room, a party space, a wine vault, and a pontoon boat at your dispoasal. Are you kidding me! A pontoon boat! I'm in. Even with several buildings, RPL is always quiet, and we rarely run into anyone. The buildings are not constructed to shove as many apartments into the spaces as possible. Thus, the population of the complex is quite manageable. I know this reads as if I'm gushing, but after moving to Milwaukee from a penthouse condo in Seattle, I never thought we would find such a great place to live. We are very happy. Now, if we could just get a place at RPL with a better view.............................

I have lived here 2 years, and just signed a new 3 year contract. Awesome attention to details…read moreamenities and a great location. Double gates and a security guard from sun down to sun up. Generally good professional tenants as well. If you seek a clean, trendy loft, this may be your next home.

As I am apartment searching for our new place in CA, I keep thinking about how I wish I could find…read morea place exactly like the Boston Lofts in our new location. This was absolutely the best apartment we have ever lived in. The management was very nice and attentive, I loved the rooftop deck with patio furniture and grills, and I miss the time my husband and I spent by the fireplace in the clubhouse with the complimentary coffee and tea. They also have a gym, which is small, but wasn't heavily used so I rarely had to wait for a machine I wanted. They had fun resident parties, as well. The location is amazing in downtown Milwaukee. You only have to walk half a block to get into the skywalk system. If you want to take transit, almost all of the bus lines stop along Wisconsin Ave. within a block or two. I worked in Mequon and took the Ozaukee County express to work. My husband was a graduate student at UWM and took the express bus to school. Also, the underground parking was an incredible asset to us, because we started our family here and could go from underground parking to underground parking in the winter without having to bundle our baby. Our apartment had an amazing view of downtown and the lake! The high ceilings made the space feel very spacious and open. We never heard our neighbors, but we were on the 9th (top) floor. You may want to pay attention to where your unit is, because some people complained about construction noise from the parking garage across 4th st. However, it is probably over by now because that was over a year ago. The appliances were basic, but we mostly ate out anyway. I think you can get units with upgraded appliances if you want it.

My boyfriend and I recently moved to Milwaukee and we did lots of apt. hunting in the process…read more Jessi at Boston Lofts did a fantastic job of supporting us in our search and giving us a comfortable, inviting tour of the place! The Boston Lofts were undoubtedly our #1 downtown choice based on location, amenities and price. We ended up going with another apartment choice because of our work situations, but we won't forget the great help Jessi was to us!! If downtown ever becomes our ideal location, there's no question we'll be pushing to live in BL :)

I've loved living here. It's quiet but centrally located, and situated right along the Milwaukee…read moreriver. There are three grocery stores nearby (Pick n Save, Fresh Thyme, and Whole Foods in increasing order of expensive). I lived in a 2 bedroom apartment while attending graduate school in the city and I had plenty of space to host gatherings and out of town friends. The best part of my apartment was the floor to ceiling windows facing the park - my partner and I called it "the dog window" because in the warm months of the year, everyone walks their dog along the path. Lakefront Brewery being right next door means the street gets pretty busy on the weekends, so make sure to have underground parking. I wish I could stay here forever.

I've lived here for the past 4yrs. Excellent location being between all the main-veins of…read moreMilwaukee downtown. Quick walk to Brady, Water, or North. No one can build across the street so all the street-facing units have unobstructed views of Kadish park and privacy. The 1-bedroom unit looks small on paper but my wife and I have been very comfortable as the floor plan is wide open, with tons of storage in the basement. Overall I'm sad that I have to move out of the state ONLY because I love my condo so much.

Very pleased with everything thus far since moving in. I would describe the apartment building as…read moreclean and of high quality. Great central location for getting around town no matter the mode of transportation. The fitness center is nice as well. In closing I want to give a shout-out to maintenance, they were very responsive and Steven was professional and timely addressing my concerns. Truly a great place to live

I've lived at Library Hill for 9 months and so far it has been great! Miesha and the rest of the…read moremanagement staff have been beyond helpful and attentive to any need that we might have - on top of that, they are so friendly and I feel like they truly care about our experience at the complex. The amenities are really nice - my personal favorites are the free printing and coffee which always come in handy. Everyone that lives here is very respectful and I've never had any issues with my neighbors regarding noise or anything like that. It's also in a great location!! I cant stress that enough. Easy walk to the Fiserv Area and I've walked to the Third Ward and the lake in probably 20 minutes. I would suggest this to anyone!

I am filing a complaint regarding The Reserve at Wauwatosa Village Apartments due to concerns of…read moredisability-related housing discrimination and failure to comply with Fair Housing Act requirements. During the application/approval process, management and/or their third-party screening provider refused to appropriately accept and process valid Emotional Support Animal (ESA) documentation, despite ESA accommodation letters being legally protected under the Fair Housing Act. I provided additional supporting documentation as requested; however, the documentation continued to be questioned and improperly rejected in a manner that appears discriminatory. I contacted the company directly to address the issue, but they stated that the matter was not their responsibility because the process was outsourced to a third-party provider. This response is unacceptable, as the property remains responsible for the actions of any third-party vendors they hire to act on their behalf. Additionally, I attempted to follow up with office staff, including Taylor Gaw, but no meaningful assistance or resolution was provided. Due to the continued refusal to comply with legal accommodation standards and the discriminatory handling of the ESA request, we were ultimately forced to withdraw. I am requesting that this matter be formally reviewed and that The Reserve at Wauwatosa Village Apartments be held accountable for discriminatory practices and failure to follow Fair Housing Act accommodation requirements

Towing cars without giving people a notice is unacceptable. If you told people that their cars were…read morenot registered and you would tow it, most people would rather pay you than the $300 to get out of the lot. Towing those who didn't pay after you gave them a final reminder is more reasonable.

I am filing a complaint regarding The Reserve at Wauwatosa Village Apartments due to concerns of…read moredisability-related housing discrimination and failure to comply with Fair Housing Act requirements. During the application/approval process, management and/or their third-party screening provider refused to appropriately accept and process valid Emotional Support Animal (ESA) documentation, despite ESA accommodation letters being legally protected under the Fair Housing Act. I provided additional supporting documentation as requested; however, the documentation continued to be questioned and improperly rejected in a manner that appears discriminatory and is not backed in a scope based as the fair housing law states. I contacted the company directly to address the issue, but they stated that the matter was not their responsibility because the process was outsourced to a third-party provider. This response is unacceptable, as the property remains responsible for the actions of any third-party vendors they hire to act on their behalf. Additionally, I attempted to follow up with office staff, including Taylor Gaw, but no meaningful assistance or resolution was provided. Due to the continued refusal to comply with legal accommodation standards and the discriminatory handling of the ESA request, we were ultimately forced to withdraw. I am requesting that this matter be formally reviewed and that The Reserve at Wauwatosa Village Apartments be held accountable for discriminatory practices and failure to follow Fair Housing Act accommodation requirements

I have waited to write this review as I wanted to give management some time to address the issues…read moreafter numerous conversations with the inept Property Manager, Hayden. Unfortunately, the issues have not improved after 6 months. This complex has a vast number of dogs and the amount of dog waste littered throughout the grounds and dog park is frankly disgusting. They advertise taking DNA swabs from dogs so offenders who don't pick up after them are fined, but that does absolutely no good when you charge tenants $50 for the service and then never collect samples to register them. A community email was sent out months ago letting tenants know that they would be using a new company for testing dog DNA and this has yet to be implemented. If you enjoy never knowing when you'll step on a dog waste landmine then this is the complex for you! Do you enjoy having your dog contract giardia and other communicable health issues? If so, this is the complex for you! The pet waste stations throughout the property are nice but they are consistently overflowing with dog waste and often times there are no dog waste bags at the stations either. In the summer months you can enjoy trash scattered throughout the property which typically doesn't get picked up for months. The turnover of maintenance technicians and staff is absolutely incredible. You'll get to see a new face every few months when you walk into the leasing office or submit a work order that often takes weeks to complete. Good luck trying to have a respectful conversation with Hayden the property manager who will continually talk over you, make promises he can't deliver, and placate and minimize your concerns. If you enjoy being talked to like a child and feeling like none of your concerns matter, you'll love living here.