Oconomowoc

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Oconomowoc, WI Area Guide

Let life come naturally in this historic lakeside city

Suburban Family-Friendly Scenic Lakeside Historic Active Convenient Charming

Located in the heart of Wisconsin’s Lake Country, Oconomowoc is a city whose name comes from the translation of “where the waters meet” in the Potawatomi language. The area’s many lakes continue to define life in Oconomowoc, from serving as a scenic backdrop to ornate 19th-century houses to providing opportunities for a broad range of outdoor activities and events.

Outdoor recreation abounds on the lakes and land all year in Oconomowoc, from swimming to sledding and everything in between. Oconomowoc boasts a strong sense of community and a healthy appreciation for the arts, with art festivals held year round, including the annual Oconomowoc Festival of the Arts. The Oconomowoc Arts Center also hosts plenty of special events, programs, and show series. Street dances, a weekly farmer’s market, Gallery Night, Badgerland Water Skiing team shows, Free Moonlit Movies, and holiday parades bond the community on a regular basis.

The historic downtown area on Wisconsin Avenue contributes to Oconomowoc’s small-town charm, featuring an array of restaurants, specialty shops, bars, and more. Milwaukee is just a 30-minute drive away, should you crave the big-city bustle.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Oconomowoc, WI is $1,259 for a studio, $1,442 for one bedroom, $1,890 for two bedrooms, and $2,363 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Oconomowoc has decreased by -0.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,442/month
768 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Oconomowoc, WI is for everyday living.

Car-Dependent

41 / 100

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

Somewhat Bikeable

44 / 100

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Park Lawn Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

Greenland Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

Stone Bank Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

Meadow View Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

Stone Bank Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

Nature Hill Intermediate

Public

Grades K-8

Oconomowoc High

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

Top Apartments in Oconomowoc

Houses for Rent in Oconomowoc

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.