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Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes

3940 W Lisbon Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53208

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  • Monthly Rent

    $650 - $1,200

  • Bedrooms

    2 - 3 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 2.5 ba

  • Square Feet

    306 - 2,000 sq ft

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**ATTENTION: Now Accepting Applications, Income Restrictions May Apply**

Majority of housing options are units with 50% county median income restrictions, with a smaller number of 60% average median income units: 50% Income Maximums: 1 person: $35,570 2 people: $40,850 3 people: $45,950 4 people: $51,050 5 people: $55,150 6 people: $59,250 60% Income Maximums: 1 person: $42,900 2 people: $49,020 3 people: $55,140 4 people: $61,260 5 people: $66,180 6 people: $71,100 Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes is now accepting (and encouraging) applications on all unit types. We provide affordable living spaces for Renters by honoring the income restrictions noted in the "About Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes" section and "Income Restrictions Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes" section of this listing. Please check your eligibility and call our office with questions or for additional details.

Highlights

  • Planned Social Activities
  • Controlled Access
  • Day Care
  • Elevator
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Business Center

Pricing & Floor Plans

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Parkview Apartment - 2 $650 – $700 Available Soon
2 Beds 1 Bath 306 – 458 Sq Ft
Grandview Apartment -2 $825 – $900 Available Soon
2 Beds 1 Bath 828 Sq Ft
Parkview Apartment - 3 $750 – $800 Available Soon
3 Beds 1 Bath 603 – 616 Sq Ft
Grandview Apartment - 3 $925 – $1,050 Available Soon
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,060 – 1,086 Sq Ft $805 Deposit
Washington Park Apartment $975 – $1,100 Available Soon
3 Beds 2 Baths 904 – 1,110 Sq Ft
Townhome $1,050 – $1,200 Available Soon
3 Beds 2.5 Baths 1,450 – 2,000 Sq Ft
Parkview Apartment - 2 $650 – $700 Available Soon
2 Beds 1 Bath 306 – 458 Sq Ft
Grandview Apartment -2 $825 – $900 Available Soon
2 Beds 1 Bath 828 Sq Ft
Parkview Apartment - 3 $750 – $800 Available Soon
3 Beds 1 Bath 603 – 616 Sq Ft
Grandview Apartment - 3 $925 – $1,050 Available Soon
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,060 – 1,086 Sq Ft $805 Deposit
Washington Park Apartment $975 – $1,100 Available Soon
3 Beds 2 Baths 904 – 1,110 Sq Ft
Townhome $1,050 – $1,200 Available Soon
3 Beds 2.5 Baths 1,450 – 2,000 Sq Ft
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $50

No Pets Allowed

  • Garage Lot
    Garage parking is included with all Townhomes.
  • Street Parking
    Street parking is available for all Residents of Parkview Apartments.
  • Surface Lot
    Surface Lot parking is available for all Residents of Washington Park Apartments & Grandview Apartments.

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Details

Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Sewer

Lease Options

  • 12 mo, then month to month
  • Short term lease

Property Information

  • Built in 2012
  • 72 units/4 stories

Specialty Housing Details

  • This property is intended and operated in accordance with the Housing for Older Persons provisions of the Fair Housing Act.

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About Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes

Come join our community! Ideal for families seeking high-quality housing, Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes are located at 38th/39th and Lisbon Avenue just 1-2 blocks away from beautiful Washington Park. Majority of housing options are units with 50% county median income restrictions, with a smaller number of 60% average median income units: 50% Income Maximums: 1 person: $35,000 2 people: $40,000 3 people: $45,000 4 people: $49,950 5 people: $53,950 6 people: $57,950 60% Income Maximums: 1 person: $42,000 2 people: $48,000 3 people: $54,000 4 people: $59,940 5 people: $64,740 6 people: $69,540 Apartments are either two or three-bedroom units, while all townhomes have three bedrooms. Founded in 1962, Rooted & Rising - Washington Park (formerly UMCS) is a nonprofit community organization dedicated to promoting the health, wellness and dignity of all people, and we are proud to directly manage our seventy-two units of housing. In addition to having an onsite property manager and maintenance team to respond to the needs of our resident families, Rooted & Rising - Washington Park also operates a state-licensed childcare, emergency food pantry and community engagement programming. All residents have access to a computer facility, fitness center, lounge and meeting spaces. Accepting waiting list applications please contact property for availability.

Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes is an apartment community located in Milwaukee County and the 53208 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Milwaukee attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Mini-blinds
  • Central Air Conditioning
  • Energy Efficient Appliances
  • Large Closets
  • Onsite State Licensed Childcare
  • Community Engagement Program
  • 24-hour Emergency Maintenance
  • Emergency Food Pantry

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  • Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm
  • Saturday & Sunday, Closed
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Community Amenities

Fitness Center

Laundry Facilities

Elevator

Controlled Access

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Day Care
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Planned Social Activities
  • Elevator
  • Business Center
  • Lounge
  • Storage Space
  • Conference Rooms
  • Fitness Center

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Pantry
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Family Room
  • Window Coverings

Income Restrictions

Income restrictions apply to some or all residents. Contact the community for more information.

How To Qualify

Based on the size of your household, your Maximum Annual Income must be equal to or less than the amount listed in this chart.
# Persons
60 % Income Limit
50 % Income Limit
1
$42,684
$35,570
2
$49,020
$40,850
3
$55,140
$45,950
4
$61,260
$51,050
5
$66,180
$55,150
6
$71,100
$59,250
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Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Day Care
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Planned Social Activities
  • Elevator
  • Business Center
  • Lounge
  • Storage Space
  • Conference Rooms
  • Fitness Center
  • Mini-blinds
  • Central Air Conditioning
  • Energy Efficient Appliances
  • Large Closets
  • Onsite State Licensed Childcare
  • Community Engagement Program
  • 24-hour Emergency Maintenance
  • Emergency Food Pantry
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Pantry
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Family Room
  • Window Coverings
Expenses
Utilities Included
Water, Sewer Included
Office Hours
Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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City - Milwaukee

Known as the Brew City, Milwaukee is home to some of the nation’s best breweries, a trend that’s spreading nationwide. Along with an abundance of craft beer, you’ll find picturesque views of Lake Michigan, a thriving local economy, and a world-class collection of museums and galleries. Throughout the summer months, the community celebrates its diverse heritage through a series of festivals connected to the city’s differing cultures.

These fun-filled festivals include the African World Fest, German Fest, Irish Fest, Indian Summer Festival, and Feta Italiana. The annual Summerfest is the largest music festival in the world, and has been since 1999, featuring more than 800 acts over the course of 11 days. With a low cost of living and a wide range of affordable apartments, condos, and houses for rent, living in Milwaukee is within reach for any anyone.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Milwaukee Tech., Downtown
Drive: 7 min 2.8 mi
Marquette University
Drive: 8 min 2.9 mi
Milwaukee Sch. of Engineering
Drive: 8 min 3.3 mi
Milwaukee Tech., West Allis
Drive: 9 min 4.6 mi
Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes is within 8 minutes or 2.9 miles from Marquette University. It is also near Milwaukee Tech., Downtown and Milwaukee Sch. of Engineering.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Bethune Academy
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
549 Students
Nearby
Property Identified
Starms Early Childhood Center
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-K
251 Students
Attendance Zone
Roosevelt Middle School of the Arts
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
309 Students
Attendance Zone
Lincoln Center of the Arts
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
374 Students
Attendance Zone
Washington High School of Information Technology
Public High School
Grades 9-12
417 Students
Attendance Zone
Milwaukee High School of the Arts
Public High School
Grades 9-12
989 Students
Attendance Zone
Mount Olive Lutheran School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
141 Students
Nearby
St. Coletta Day School of Milwaukee
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades 3-12
31 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes is near General Mitchell International, located 10.1 miles or 20 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Milwaukee
Drive: 9 min 5.0 mi
General Mitchell Intl. Airport Amtrak Station
Drive: 21 min 10.2 mi
Sturtevant Amtrak Station
Drive: 39 min 28.1 mi
Kenosha Station
Drive: 58 min 41.0 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
General Mitchell International
Drive: 20 min 10.1 mi
Very Walkable
74
Walk Score®
Out of 100
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Good Transit
52
Transit Score®
Out of 100
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
Bikeable
56
Bike Score®
Out of 100
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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Time and distance from Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Westside Marketplace
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
Plaza 35
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
Milwaukee Landmark Mall
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes has 3 shopping centers within 1.8 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Urban Ecology Center-Washington Park
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Hank Aaron State Trail
Drive: 7 min 2.5 mi
The Pabst Theater
Drive: 8 min 3.4 mi
Urban Ecology Center--Menomonee Valley
Drive: 7 min 3.8 mi
Milwaukee Public Museum
Drive: 9 min 5.1 mi
Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes has 5 parks within 5.1 miles, including Urban Ecology Center-Washington Park, Urban Ecology Center--Menomonee Valley, and Hank Aaron State Trail.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Wheaton Franciscan St Joseph
Drive: 4 min 1.7 mi
Aurora Psychiatric Hospital
Drive: 9 min 3.2 mi
Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division
Drive: 11 min 6.6 mi
Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes has 3 hospitals within 6.6 miles, the nearest is Wheaton Franciscan St Joseph which is 1.7 miles away and a 4 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
US Air Force Reserve
Drive: 24 min 11.2 mi
Great Lakes Naval Training Center
Drive: 70 min 57.1 mi
Rooted & Rising Apartments & Townhomes is 11.2 miles from US Air Force Reserve, and is convenient to other military bases, including Great Lakes Naval Training Center.
 
 

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This property has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.

What utilities are included in rent at this property?

Select utilities are included in rent at this property, including water and sewer. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.

Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

This property has two to three bedrooms with rent ranges from $650/mo. to $1,200/mo.

Is this property pet-friendly?

This property does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

How much income do I need to rent at this property?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $650 for a two bedrooms, you would need to earn about $23,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.

Does this property have move-in specials?

This property is offering Specials for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $650.

Does this property offer Matterport 3D tours?

Yes! this property offers 2 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.

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