Overview of New Berlin

The city of New Berlin is just 50 years old, making it one of the Milwaukee metro's newest suburban communities. Home to 39,669 people, New Berlin considers itself a close-knit community of families, seniors and young professionals. New Berlin residents enjoy a forested landscape and rural scenery while living just 20 miles from downtown Milwaukee. The city's safe and family-friendly setting makes it an ideal location to live, work and play.

The city's recent town center development established a site for community gathering, and residents enjoy numerous town gatherings throughout the year. Those searching for New Berlin apartments for rent should be able to find the comforts of home in this warm and welcoming community, and will enjoy semi-rural amenities such as proximity to forests, country vistas and ample yard space. New Berlin residents love the fact that they can enjoy the pleasures of semi-rural living while being just a short drive from urban Milwaukee.

Living in New Berlin, WI

New Berlin is a city for people from many walks of life, and its housing inventory reflects its cohesive vibe. From single-family homes to apartments and condos, a variety of family lifestyles are available throughout the city. New Berlin's 845 acres of parks make it easy to play, jog, picnic and enjoy the Wisconsin outdoors, while features like a community center, a golf course, picnic shelters and playgrounds allow for diverse use of the city's natural spaces.

New Berlin is a very family-friendly city. About 70 percent of the area's households are comprised of families, and nearly 30 percent contain children younger than 18. However, this Milwaukee suburb can be a great option for singles and young professionals, as well. About 25 percent of all households are comprised of singles who likely enjoy New Berlin's semi-rural charms and easy access to employment.

New Berlin Work and Study

New Berlin is not home to any major colleges or universities. However, Carroll University, Waukesha County Technical College, Marquette University, Milwaukee Area Technical College, Milwaukee School of Engineering and University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee are located less than 15 miles from New Berlin.

New Berlin contains 1,872 acres of industrial park space, allowing for numerous retail and employment opportunities. This industrial park is the result of a successful campaign to establish New Berlin as a thriving work area, rather than a rural suburb. Within the industrial space, 599 businesses and 13,000 employees get to work every day.

Rentals in New Berlin, WI and Cost of Living

According to city-data.com, the cost of living index in New Berlin is 101, which is almost even with the U.S. average of 100. Citizens will want to factor commuting and driving costs into their monthly budgets, as the city is largely car-dependent.

People  searching for New Berlin rentals may want to search for homes ahead of time, as the city's rental rate is not particularly high; about 23 percent of homes in the area are renter-occupied. The median gross rent in New Berlin is $1,007 per month.

New Berlin Attractions and Special Events

Although no major attractions are located in New Berlin, the city offers numerous community events for residents and visitors. The New Berlin farmers market runs from May through October, allowing residents to purchase locally raised produce and food supplies. Other community events include concerts in the park, tree contests, movies in the park and more.

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