MCW – Milwaukee 2015
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Student Housing Information
MCW – Milwaukee Campus 2015
Welcome!
Congratulations on your acceptance to the Medical College of Wisconsin! We are
thrilled to welcome you into the MCW family, and hope you are excited to begin your
journey into medical school.
This document will provide you with information gathered from current MCW –
Milwaukee students for the 2014-2015 academic year. Results are from a variety of
students, ranging from first to fourth years, and include specific costs, utilities, and
other valuable information from the most common areas that students live.
Happy home hunting!
Table of Contents
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Overview – General Housing, The Search
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Wauwatosa
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Milwaukee – North West
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Milwaukee – Downtown
10 West Allis
12 Additional Information – Internet/Cable, Exercise Facilities
13 Student Advice
14 Closing Remarks, Contact Information
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Overview:
General Housing
Wauwatosa
129
MCW – Milwaukee students live in a
number of cities surrounding the Medical
Milwaukee - North West
College of Wisconsin. Of the 187 students
Other
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Milwaukee - Downtown
11
who answered the survey, the most
common location to live is within
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Wauwatosa, and the second most popular
West Allis
location is the nearby Milwaukee North
West area. The medical college is a short
walk from most homes within Wauwatosa.
Real estate agent
2%
Brookfield
MCW Housing
Book
Facebook 3%
6%
Drove around
the area
8%
Craigslist
35%
Through
family/friends
8%
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The Search
The hunt for a house or apartment may
seem like a daunting task, but current
students have used a variety of resources
to aid in their search. Most utilized more
than one of these methods when finding a
place to live. A great place to start is the
MCW class Facebook page! If you are
local, or will be in the area for Second
Internet
17%
Rent.com
21%
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Look Day, touring the neighborhoods is a
fantastic way to find houses or apartments
for rent that may not be listed online.
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Wauwatosa
The city of Wauwatosa is home to the Medical College of Wisconsin – Milwaukee campus. A majority of MCW
students live in this town, and most houses and apartments are a short walk or drive to school or Tosa Village.
Approximately 55% of students who live in Wauwatosa drive to school, 40% walk, and 5% ride a bike. The
average commute time to MCW is 5-10 minutes.
Housing
Most students rent in Wauwatosa, with 9 students owning either a house or condo. The majority of students rent 2
bedroom, 1.5 bathroom apartments, while most rented houses are 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms.
The following charts display the housing type, [average price students pay per type], and the number of students
at each residence. Additionally, information is provided on the right for average number of bedrooms at a
student’s residence.
Apartment [$400 – 599]
Condo [$600 – 799]
63
3
Duplex House [$400 – 599]
27
House [$400 – 599]
Multi-Unit Complex [$600 – 799]
22
14
Studio
3
4 Bedrooms
4
3 Bedrooms
24
2 Bedrooms
71
1 Bedroom
27
Utilities
Students often pay for additional utilities not covered by
Internet/Cable
monthly rent. Internet, cable, and electricity are the most Garbage/Recycling
common utilities not included, and prices for each can
vary. The following chart displays the number of
students, from the 129 Wauwatosa residents, who pay for
additional utilities. Please note, most students pay for
Water
Gas
Electric
119
10
42
77
124
more than one additional utility.
On average, students pay approximately $50 – 100 for gas/electric/water during the summer months, and $100 –
150 during the winter months.
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Wauwatosa
Amenities
Parking - Street
Apartment complexes or houses often include certain
Parking - Garage/lot
amenities for residents. Of the 129 students living in
Wauwatosa, 71% have parking included, and 60%
37
92
Laundry - No Cost
78
Laundry - Coin Operated
have laundry available at no additional cost.
Dishwasher
Fitness Center
Student Comments
51
Pool/Spa
89
41
30
The following are quotes about current experiences living in the Wauwatosa area:
“I love being so close to school! I like studying at school late so it's nice to be able to just walk home. I had a
roommate all throughout college and thought I would be able to concentrate best if I lived alone. Though I
pay a lot for rent, I think it's worth it, for the location alone.”
“Traffic in Tosa in the morning is very unpredictable due to construction.”
“Really close to school! I love walking to school and not having to worry about driving/parking. Close to
downtown Tosa also which is great - I walk to go out to dinner or drinks.”
“Would rather live in the city, but the trade off would be a farther commute, and a complicated commute in
the winter.”
“Great location near North Ave in a quiet, friendly neighborhood. Within biking distance to school. Rent is
reasonable and our landlord is wonderful.”
Popular Apartment Complexes
Wilshire Manor - 7930 Harwood Ave, Wauwatosa, WI 53213
The Overlook - 7439 Harwood Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53213
The Enclave - 1200 N 62nd St, Wauwatosa, WI 53213
The Reserve at Wauwatosa Village - 6100 W State St, Milwaukee, WI 53213
Serafino Square Apartments - 9993 W North Ave # 131, Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Bluemound Village Apartments - 9102 W Dixon St, Milwaukee, WI 53214
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Milwaukee –
North West
North West Milwaukee is located between Wauwatosa and downtown Milwaukee. This area is home to many MCW
students, and is a great midway point between the Medical College of Wisconsin and the city. Approximately 80%
of students who live in North West Milwaukee drive to school, 10% walk, and 10% ride a bike. The average
commute time to MCW is 10-15 minutes.
Housing
Of the 24 students who answered the survey, 20 rent either an apartment or house in North West Milwaukee and 4
students own a house. The majority of students rent 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartments, while most houses are 3
bedrooms, 2 bathrooms.
The following charts display the housing type, [average price students pay per type], and the number of students
at each residence. Additionally, information is provided on the right for average number of bedrooms at a
student’s residence.
Apartment [$400 – 599]
Condo [N/A]
Duplex House [$800 - 999]
10
4 Bedrooms
0
8
3
0
1
3 Bedrooms
3
House [$400 – 599]
Multi-Unit Complex [$400 – 599]
Studio
10
2 Bedrooms
11
1 Bedroom
2
Utilities
Similar to other areas, students pay for additional utilities
in addition to monthly rent. Internet, cable, and
electricity are the most common utilities not included,
and prices for each can vary. The following chart
displays the number of students who pay for additional
utilities. Please note, most students pay for more than one
Internet/Cable
Garbage/Recycling
Water
Gas
Electric
16
5
12
17
24
additional utility.
On average, students pay approximately $100 – 150 for gas/electric/water during the summer months, and $150 –
199 during the winter months.
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Milwaukee – North West
Amenities
Apartment complexes or houses often include certain
amenities for residents. Of the 24 students living in
North West Milwaukee, 63% have parking included,
and 58% have laundry available at no additional cost.
Parking - Street
9
Parking - Garage/lot
15
Laundry - No Cost
14
Laundry - Coin Operated
10
Dishwasher
17
Fitness Center
Student Comments
Pool/Spa
4
0
The following are quotes about current experiences living in the North West Milwaukee area:
“Our apartment is very spacious for a low price. Underground parking is pretty cheap at $35/month or
street parking is free. We don't pay for heat, which is also a huge money-saver. The staff at the complex is
pretty helpful.”
“If traffic is bad then the commute can get longer. Especially since I have to drive through school to get to
the student parking lot. Far away from the bars.”
“Close to school but far away enough that it feels like I am leaving campus and get a break.”
“Far from downtown Wauwatosa.”
“I can have my dog at my house, and my husband and I have the space needed to both do work in our
home.”
“I own my place, so when I graduate, I can sell it and recover some of the cost. I can also take on renters,
which makes the rent REALLY cheap comparatively.”
Popular Apartment Complexes
Mayfair Manor Apartments – 11040 W Meinecke Ave, Milwaukee WI 53226
Normandy Village Apartments – 2540 N 124th St, Milwaukee, WI 53226
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Milwaukee –
Downtown
Downtown Milwaukee is a great place for students to live who enjoy the upbeat city life, while still being able to
make the commute to MCW. Students enjoy living in a variety of neighborhoods, with the Historic Third Ward and
Riverwest being the two most common areas. All of the students who live downtown drive to school with an
approximate 15-20 minute commute.
Housing
Eleven students answered that they live downtown. Of these students, 10 rent either an apartment or condo and 1
student owns a condo. The majority of students rent 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartments, while most condos are 2
bedrooms, 2 bathrooms.
The following charts display the housing type, [average price students pay per type], and the number of students
at each residence. Additionally, information is provided on the right for average number of bedrooms at a
student’s residence.
Apartment [$1,000 - 1,199]
7
Condo [over $1600]
3
Studio
0
4 Bedrooms
0
Duplex House [N/A]
0
3 Bedrooms
House [N/A]
0
2 Bedrooms
Multi-Unit Complex [$600 - 799]
1
1
7
1 Bedroom
3
Utilities
Students pay for additional utilities in addition to monthly
Internet/Cable
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rent such as Internet, cable, and electricity. The following Garbage/Recycling
chart displays the number of students who pay for
additional utilities. Please note, most students pay for
more than one additional utility.
Water
Gas
Electric
2
1
3
10
On average, students pay approximately $50 – 100 for gas/electric/water during the summer months, and $100 –
149 during the winter months.
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Milwaukee – Downtown
Amenities
Parking - Street
The apartments and condos of Downtown Milwaukee
Parking - Garage/lot
include a variety of amenities for residents. Of the 11
Laundry - No Cost
students living downtown, 55% have parking included,
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6
5
Laundry - Coin Operated
6
Dishwasher
6
and 45% have laundry available at no additional cost.
Fitness Center
Student Comments
Pool/Spa
4
0
The following are quotes about current experiences living in the Downtown Milwaukee area:
“Fun night life and close to everything, can walk or bike to the lake as well as festivals during the summer.”
“Distance from school, can keep me out of the loop for what other med students are up to.”
“Close access to all downtown amenities including Lake Michigan, great restaurants, bars (Water
Street/Third Ward/Brady Street) and many more.”
“When there are construction projects between my home and MCW it can take up to 45 minutes to get to
school (usually 20). It's not a bad commute, but this does get annoying on early mornings and during bad
weather.”
“Living downtown is great. It has really allowed me to enjoy the city of Milwaukee. I moved downtown after
M1 year and have not regretted it. The commute is about 15-20 min each way, but it seems quicker. Traffic
really isn't bad. Also, it’s great when I have time off to just walk to a local restaurant or bar downtown. I've
also saved a lot of money by eliminating frequent cab trips from Tosa to downtown on the weekends.”
Popular Apartment Complexes
Corcoran Lofts – 453 E Corcoran St, Milwaukee WI 53202
Brewer’s Point Apartments – 1858 N Commerce Street, Milwaukee WI 53212
Lake Crest Apartments – 1732 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee WI 53202
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West Allis
West Allis is located directly south of the Medical College of Wisconsin and is home to the West Allis Farmer’s
Market and the Wisconsin State Fair Park. Eight students who answered the survey live in West Allis. All students
drive to school with an average commute time of 10-15 minutes.
Housing
All students who live in West Allis rent their apartment or house. The majority of students rent 1 bedroom, 1
bathroom apartments, while most rented houses are 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms.
The following charts display the housing type, [average price students pay per type], and the number of students
at each residence. Additionally, information is provided on the right for average number of bedrooms at a
student’s residence.
Apartment [$600 – 799]
6
Studio
Condo [N/A]
0
4 Bedrooms
Duplex House [ N/A]
0
3 Bedrooms
House [$400 – 599]
Multi-Unit Complex [N/A]
2
0
2 Bedrooms
1 Bedroom
0
1
0
3
4
Utilities
Students in West Allis pay for additional utilities not
covered by monthly rent, as do most students who
answered the survey. Internet, cable, and electricity are
the most common utilities not included, and prices for
Internet/Cable
Garbage/Recycling
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0
Water
each can vary. The following chart displays the number
Gas
of students who pay for additional utilities. Please note,
Electric
7
0
7
most students pay for more than one additional utility.
On average, students pay approximately less than $50 for electric/water during the summer months, and $50 – 100
during the winter months.
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West Allis
Amenities
Parking - Street
Apartment complexes or houses often include certain
Parking - Garage/lot
amenities for residents. Of the 8 students living in West
Allis, 100% have parking included, and 50% have
laundry available at no additional cost.
0
8
Laundry - No Cost
4
Laundry - Coin Operated
4
Dishwasher
6
Fitness Center
Student Comments
Pool/Spa
3
1
The following are quotes about current experiences living in the West Allis area:
“Quiet neighborhood, central location to clerkship sites, free laundry, free garage parking, responsive
landlords, backyard space.”
“ Far from school and no other students living in the complex.”
Popular Apartment Complexes
Six Points Apartments – 6516 W National Ave, Milwaukee WI 53214
Berkshire West Allis – 1414 S 65th St, Milwaukee WI 53214
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Additional Information
General
When searching for a roommate, medical students have taken many different approaches. About one quarter of the
MCW students live alone and another quarter live with their spouse or family. The remaining students live with
medical students or friends outside of MCW. The most popular place to find a roommate is through Facebook or at
Second Look Day.
Internet/Cable
Most students pay for Internet and cable in addition to
AT&T, 56
their monthly rent. The most common service students
utilize is Time Warner, at approximately $36/month.
Time
Warner, 124
AT&T is also popular, at approximately $50/month.
DirecTV, 5
Outside
80
Home
66
Wisconsin Athletic Club…
57
Tonken's Center
45
Other
Xperience Fitness
Anytime Fitness
N/A
15
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Exercise Facilities
Many MCW students are active in their free time.
Students exercise indoors at the nearby Wisconsin
Athletic Club (WAC) or at the on campus Tonken’s
Center. The WAC is $50/month, and Tonken’s is free.
In addition to exercising indoors, Wauwatosa and the
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surrounding communities have great parks and trails
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for running, walking, and biking.
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Student Advice
Current students of MCW have provided some tips and tricks for finding a place to live in Milwaukee, as well as some
comments regarding their time so far at MCW:
“Be bold. Look at River West and Bayview as viable options. They're cool places to live.”
“If you don't know any potential roommates before coming to Milwaukee, and you don't want to live alone, MCW has
a great resource for finding roommates. I would recommend starting to look for housing and a roommate in the
Spring or early Summer, at the latest, before you are starting classes. As far as housing, if you don't mind living a
little farther away from school, the commute from downtown to MCW is normally 15-20 minutes. I love living
downtown and I would definitely recommend it to incoming students. Most of the nightlife and activities to do in
Milwaukee are located downtown, which is great for weekends. With that said, most students live in the suburbs
surrounding MCW.”
“Walk around the school. People put up ads on the cork boards in the stairwells as well as in the cafeteria by the
booths.”
“I like living in downtown Milwaukee, but I thought I would have more time to explore and take advantage of the
amenities offered in the area. Next year I will live closer to campus because of this and I can use the time I save on
the commute to have a little bit more free time. I do really like downtown Milwaukee though and would recommend
students explore the area, but know the time sacrifices required.”
“I'm one of the few that doesn't have a car, but I've made it work. I walk to school and the gym. To buy groceries, the
bus system is easily accessible albeit a little expensive. Otherwise I get rides from friends. In the future I hope to
save up for a car, but not having one is doable.”
“I live across the street from school and I love it! The time I save gets utilized for studying, socializing, and
relaxation.”
“Keep checking posts on the class Facebook page and call renters as soon as possible when you see a place you're
interested in.”
“Talk with your roommate a fair amount before choosing one. Drive around to find other apartments/houses for rent,
and try to get one within walking distance. You save on gas and can easily get to school in any weather.”
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Once again, congratulations and good luck on your
journey! We know that this is an exciting, and intimidating,
time in many applicants’ lives. Please reach out to your
fellow students on the class Facebook page and to current
MCW students. The Orientation Committee is comprised
of current M1 students (class of 2018) who are more than
happy to help you with any questions you may have.
Housing Committee members’ contact information is listed
below for your convenience.
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Medical College of Wisconsin
8701 W Watertown Plank Rd
Milwaukee, WI 53226
Housing Committee – Orientation 2015
Conny Joel – [email protected]
Jasmine Neeno – [email protected]
References to any properties or neighborhoods in this
publication simply reflect the results of the 2015 MCW
Student Housing Survey and in no way represent an
endorsement by the Medical College of Wisconsin.
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