Pewaukee Neighborhood

Lake Country Living in Pewaukee

Located in the heart of Lake Country, Pewaukee offers residents a tranquil suburban lifestyle within a 20-minute drive of bustling Milwaukee. Meadow Ridge Apartments sits along Five Fields Road — a quiet residential setting surrounded by mature trees, open green space, and the kind of natural beauty that defines Waukesha County’s lake communities.

Pewaukee is home to the largest lake in Waukesha County, Pewaukee Lake, where residents and guests can go swimming, boating, paddle boarding, fishing, kayaking, and enjoy beautiful views. The lakefront area anchors the community with seasonal events and waterfront dining.

Shopping & Dining

Everyday essentials are close at hand. Pick ‘n Save and Meijer are both within two miles, and Costco is just 1.5 miles away on Pewaukee Road. For a broader selection, Brookfield Square Mall and The Corners of Brookfield are a short drive east on I-94.

Pewaukee’s dining scene reflects its lakeside character. Curly’s Waterfront serves burgers and drinks right on Pewaukee Lake, while the Butler Inn has been a local steakhouse favorite for over 35 years. Machine Shed Restaurant brings award-winning Midwest comfort food, and unique boutiques are strewn throughout the village alongside casual restaurants and cafés.

Parks & Recreation

The outdoors is a defining feature of life in Pewaukee. Simmons Woods Park — a 50-acre nature preserve just one mile away — offers a 1.5-mile loop trail and boardwalk through mature hardwood forest. The 16-mile Bugline Trail connects Pewaukee to Menomonee Falls along a paved rail-trail perfect for biking and running. The Lake Country Recreation Trail extends the network even further.

Naga-Waukee Park, a 414-acre county park nestled between Pewaukee Lake and Nagawicka Lake, offers golf, hiking, and year-round recreation. For indoor adventure, the expansive Adventure Rock climbing gym welcomes all skill levels.

Schools

Meadow Ridge is served by the Pewaukee School District, a compact and highly regarded district where all schools share a single 85-acre campus:

• Pewaukee Lake Elementary (PK–2)
• Horizon Elementary (3–5)
• Asa Clark Middle School (6–8)
• Pewaukee High School (9–12)

Over 55% of Pewaukee adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, reflecting the community’s strong emphasis on education.

Higher Education

Several colleges and universities are nearby:

• Waukesha County Technical College — 5 min (2.0 mi)
• Carroll University — 15 min (5.0 mi)

Community Life

A host of annual events foster a sense of community in Pewaukee. The Waterfront Wednesday Concert Series draws crowds to the lakefront throughout the summer. The Pewaukee Multisport Weekend brings athletes and spectators together, and the Pewaukee Kiwanis Beach Party and Lake Country Water Festival is a summer highlight for families.

Scenic parks, lush golf courses, and the natural beauty of Pewaukee Lake itself provide a backdrop that makes this community genuinely special — close enough to the city for convenience, far enough for peace.

Getting Around

Commuting and traveling from Pewaukee is a breeze with direct I-94 access and Waukesha County Airport nearby:

• Downtown Milwaukee — 20 min
• Waukesha — 10 min
• Brookfield — 15 min
• Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) — 30 min
• Waukesha County Airport — 10 min