Rent prices are changing thanks to 'apartment-building boom' – what renters should expect

Rent prices are evolving – potentially for the better – in 2024 thanks to an “apartment-building boom," according to Redfin chief economist Daryl Fairweather. Here’s what renters should know.

Milwaukee Open Housing Marches; markers to commemorate movement

One of the Civil Rights Movement’s most dramatic stories, the Milwaukee Open Housing Marches will be commemorates with historical markers.

Milwaukee Housing Authority residents protest living conditions

Hundreds of people who live in properties managed by the Milwaukee Housing Authority held a protest on Wednesday, Feb. 14.

Milwaukee affordable housing, Harambee project breaks ground

Five Points Lofts, an affordable housing project in Milwaukee's Harambee neighborhood, broke ground on King Drive on Friday, Feb. 9.

Housing is expensive for a record half of American renters, study shows

A new Harvard analysis reveals soaring housing costs put a financial strain on millions of renters, with prices spiking during the pandemic.

Study suggests people are leaving some U.S. neighborhoods because of flood risks

A recent study implies that flood risk and climate change are compelling people to move from their homes to places where the threat isn’t as high.

Milwaukee fire at Cambridge Apartments; Red Cross steps in

A Sunday night fire damaged a senior citizen high rise apartment building, injuring three people and leaving dozens left without a home.

Milwaukee public housing residents; nonprofit helping renters

Since March, the nonprofit Common Ground has campaigned for reform within the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee.

Waukesha Horizon West condo demolition begins, case still in court

Demolition of Waukesha's Horizon West Condominium building began Thursday. Crews are removing sections piece by piece because of asbestos.

Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity Harambee project, 38 lots for $1 each

The Milwaukee Common Council and Habitat for Humanity locked down a deal for a Harambee affordable housing program Tuesday, Oct. 31.

US housing market needs 1M more homes to satisfy demand

National Association of Realtors Chief Economist Lawrence Yun argued that policy changes could boost housing supply. The shortage of homes is keeping upward pressure on prices.

Housing Milwaukee County's homeless, leaders respond to growing need

Milwaukee County Housing Services said a big push is underway to get people experiencing homelessness indoors as the weather gets colder.

Milwaukee apartment complex TCE settlement, tenants find relief

Residents of Milwaukee's Community Within The Corridor apartment complex, forced to evacuate due to a chemical concern, reached a settlement.

Milwaukee affordable housing grant; Habitat, Wells Fargo partner

Building a Habitat for Humanity home in Milwaukee, the Wells Fargo Foundation announced a $100,000 grant for affordable housing in the city.

Holt Avenue Park and Ride homeless concerns
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Milwaukee's Holt Avenue Park and Ride was the subject of a contentious meeting Wednesday night aimed at brainstorming solutions as people without shelter camp at the site.