Greendale, Wis., is located 11 miles south of Milwaukee in the state's beautiful southeastern region. With a unique mix of lush green space, community organizations and small town charm, Greendale makes a perfect home for families of all ages. The town's 14,000 residents celebrate the community's rich heritage and work to help the town continue developing in the 21st century. Search for Greendale apartments for rent, and find a new home in the Badger State.
Greendale was established in 1936 as part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Greenbelt town construction project. The farming community developed with a downtown business district as settlers moved into the area to take advantage of new opportunities. Today, Greendale is still surrounded by the thick wooded areas, beautiful ponds and gently rolling hills that one would expect in the upper Midwest. As a town with many buildings registered in the Nation and State Registers of Historic Places, Greendale takes local heritage very seriously and many residents volunteer their time to maintain the integrity of the community. With the excitement of Milwaukee in close proximity, Greendale apartments are home to many residents looking for a more laid-back living environment that is close to entertainment and great public services.
Trimborn Farm is located in Greendale and invites visitors to take a step back in time. Run by the Milwaukee County Historical Society, the farm brings the Victorian era to life and offers a glimpse at what life was like centuries ago. Boerner Botanical Gardens is also here, and gives local residents a place to enjoy the beauty of nature. With guided garden tours, dining options and scenic flower-lined trails, the garden offers a peaceful escape from the fast-paced nature of everyday life. Greendale residents also enjoy a number of local events throughout the year, including Hay Days Fall Festival, A Dickens of a Christmas and Greendale Village Days.
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