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1726 N 1st St, Milwaukee, WI 53212

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Fortress

1726 N 1st St
Milwaukee, WI 53212
(414) 296-3250
Fortress in Milwaukee, WI - Building Photo
  • 1–2 Bedrooms
  • $1,463-$3,350 Pricing
  • 478–1,589 Square Feet

About Fortress

This is where historic character meets modern convenience. One of Milwaukee’s most prominent buildings underwent major restoration, creating historic apartments with a wide array of amenities to match a multitude of interests. Apartments are imbued with historic character, including exposed brick walls, heavy-timber ceilings and expansive windows with stunning views of downtown. In addition to the classic amenities such as a clubroom, fitness center and roof deck, Fortress offers a studio for virtual fitness classes, fenced-in dog run for off-leash time with your best friend, and maker space to bring Pinterest projects to life. Enjoy proximity to a unique mix of dining and entertainment options in the heart of downtown. Experience pet-friendly living with no breed, age or weight restrictions- all best friends are welcome!

Fortress is located in the Brewer's Hill Neighborhood and 53212 Zip code of Milwaukee, WI. This community is professionally managed by The Alexander Company

Unique Features and Amenities

  • 24/7 Dry Cleaning And Laundry Services
  • Bike Parking
  • Community Room
  • DIY Room
  • Dog Run
  • Expansive Roof Deck With Skyline Views
  • Fenced In Dog Run With Doggy Bubbler
  • High-Speed Internet Ready
  • Individual Climate Control
  • In-Unit Washer And Dryer
  • Maker Space For Pinterest Projects
  • No Breed Or Weight Restrictions
  • Parcel Room With 24/7 Video Surveillance
  • Pet Spa
  • Private Tenant Storage
  • Proximity To Brady Street
  • Proximity To Downtown Milwaukee
  • Proximity To The Lower East Side
  • Proximity To Water Street
  • Restored Historical Elements
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Spacious Private Outdoor Courtyard
  • Storage Lockers
  • Streaming Wi-Fi In All Social Spaces
  • Studio Space For Group Fitness
  • Surface Parking
  • Unique Floor Plans
  • Walk-In Closets In Select Units
  • Wide Variety Of Finish Types Available
  • Yoga Room

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Property Contact Info

Office Hours

Monday8:30 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday8:30 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday8:30 am–5:00 pm
Thursday8:30 am–5:00 pm
Friday8:30 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Fortress offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,463 and having 478–1,589 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    Vine 21-24

    From $1,650

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 577-585 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,775Available Now805578
    $1,830Available Now705577
    $1,650 October 27, 2026524578

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,650 - $1,830

    Deposit

    • $825 deposit

    Unit 805 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,775

    Deposit

    • $825 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,650 - $1,830

    Unit 705 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,830

    Deposit

    • $825 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,650 - $1,830

    Unit 524 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,650

    Deposit

    • $825 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,650 - $1,830

    Vine 26

    From $1,650

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 635 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $1,800Available Now807635
    $1,650 September 18, 2026607635

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,650 - $1,800

    Deposit

    • $862 deposit

    Unit 807 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,800

    Deposit

    • $862 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,650 - $1,800

    Unit 607 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,650

    Deposit

    • $862 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,650 - $1,800

    Style 12

    $1,850

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 742-757 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,850Available Now512755

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 512 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,850

    Deposit

    • $838 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,850

    Apt 107

    $2,050

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 962 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,050Available Now107962

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 107 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,050

    Deposit

    • $900 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,050

    Vine 22-23

    $1,567

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 670-684 sq ft
    Available Oct 3
    Cheapest 1 BedroomThis is the cheapest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,567 October 3, 2026222682

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 222 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,567

    Deposit

    • $850 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,567

    Style 11

    $1,828

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 756-776 sq ft
    Available Oct 9

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,828 October 9, 2026211756

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 211 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $1,828

    Deposit

    • $825 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $1,828

    Apt 219

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 478 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $1,463Available SoonApt 219478 sq ft$625

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,463

    Deposit

    • $625 deposit

    Style 17

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 524-539 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    From $1,605Available SoonStyle 17524-539 sq ft$712

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,605 - $1,705

    Deposit

    • $712 deposit

    Style 18

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 582-618 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    From $1,625Available SoonStyle 18582-618 sq ft$762

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,625 - $1,675

    Deposit

    • $762 deposit

    Floorplan ADA

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 609-643 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $1,597Available SoonADA609-643 sq ft$725

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,597

    Deposit

    • $725 deposit

    Palmer 03

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 634-656 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    From $1,627Available SoonPalmer 03634-656 sq ft$800

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,627 - $1,730

    Deposit

    • $800 deposit

    Style 16

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 640-651 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    From $1,622Available SoonStyle 16640-651 sq ft$738

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,622 - $1,627

    Deposit

    • $738 deposit

    Floorplan A20

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 691-694 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    From $1,725Available SoonA20691-694 sq ft$840

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,725 - $1,865

    Deposit

    • $840 deposit

    Apt 506

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 693-938 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    From $1,730Available SoonApt 506693-938 sq ft$925

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,730 - $2,015

    Deposit

    • $925 deposit

    Apt 509

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 693 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $1,750Available SoonApt 509693 sq ft$812

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,750

    Deposit

    • $812 deposit

    1B+Den

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 731-856 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    From $1,910Available Soon1B+Den731-856 sq ft$862

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,910 - $1,915

    Deposit

    • $862 deposit

    Palmer 02

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 758-785 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    From $1,750Available SoonPalmer 02758-785 sq ft$825

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,750 - $1,833

    Deposit

    • $825 deposit

    Style 08

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 823-843 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    From $1,790Available SoonStyle 08823-843 sq ft$825

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $1,790 - $1,884

    Deposit

    • $825 deposit

    Apt 103

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 1048 sq ft
    Available Soon
    Largest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $2,180Available SoonApt 1031048 sq ft$925

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $2,180

    Deposit

    • $925 deposit
  • 2 Bedrooms

    Style 14

    $2,225

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 803-816 sq ft
    Available Now
    Cheapest 2 BedroomThis is the cheapest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,225Available Now214807

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 214 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,225

    Deposit

    • $975 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,225

    Palmer 01

    From $2,270

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 938 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $2,270Available Now401910
    $2,270Available Now301912
    $2,300Available Now501938

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,270 - $2,300

    Deposit

    • $1,050 deposit

    Unit 401 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,270

    Deposit

    • $1,050 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,270 - $2,300

    Unit 301 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,270

    Deposit

    • $1,050 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,270 - $2,300

    Unit 501 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,300

    Deposit

    • $1,050 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,270 - $2,300

    Style 09

    $2,730

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1207-1245 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,730Available Now5111245

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 511 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,730

    Deposit

    • $1,300 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,730

    Vine 25

    $2,450

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 976-977 sq ft
    Available Nov 4

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,450 November 4, 2026606977

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 606 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,450

    Deposit

    • $1,250 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,450

    Palmer 05

    From $2,450

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 993-1036 sq ft
    Available Sep 18

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $2,450 September 18, 20265051036
    $2,500 December 3, 2026205993

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,450 - $2,500

    Deposit

    • $1,175 deposit

    Unit 505 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,450

    Deposit

    • $1,175 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,450 - $2,500

    Unit 205 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,500

    Deposit

    • $1,175 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,450 - $2,500

    Style 07

    $2,395

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1057 sq ft
    Available Oct 3

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $2,395 October 3, 20264071057

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Unit 407 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $2,395

    Deposit

    • $1,138 deposit

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $2,395

    Palmer 15

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 956-984 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    From $2,250Available SoonPalmer 15956-984 sq ft$1,112

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,250 - $2,355

    Deposit

    • $1,112 deposit

    Style 19

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 979 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    From $2,065Available SoonStyle 19979 sq ft$1,075

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,065 - $2,400

    Deposit

    • $1,075 deposit

    2B2B

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 963 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    From $2,270Available Soon2B2B963 sq ft$1,100

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,270 - $2,400

    Deposit

    • $1,100 deposit

    Palmer 04

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1086 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    From $2,280Available SoonPalmer 041086 sq ft$1,110

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,280 - $2,373

    Deposit

    • $1,110 deposit

    Style 10

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1097-1127 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    From $2,450Available SoonStyle 101097-1127 sq ft$1,162

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $2,450 - $2,530

    Deposit

    • $1,162 deposit

    Apt 104

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1131 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $2,385Available SoonApt 1041131 sq ft$962

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $2,385

    Deposit

    • $962 deposit

    Apt 102

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1210 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $2,280Available SoonApt 1021210 sq ft$975

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $2,280

    Deposit

    • $975 deposit

    Penthouse

    2 Beds, 2.5 Baths, 1589 sq ft
    Available Soon
    Largest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $3,350Available SoonPenthouse1589 sq ft$1,600

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Satellite TV
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Breakfast Nook
    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Eat-in Kitchen
    • Freezer
    • Granite Countertops
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $3,350

    Deposit

    • $1,600 deposit
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.

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Property Information

  • Renovated In Jan 2019
  • 132 Units
  • 8 Stories
  • Built in 1892
  • Furnished

Lease Terms

  • 3, 6, 9, 12, 14 - 16, 19, 24 mo
  • Short Term Lease Options

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

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Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$30.00
Due at Move-In
Administrative FeeiCharged per unit.$200.00

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Fish
Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 1. Charged Per Pet.$25.00/mo
Comments:

Max of 1.

Cats
  • 2 Pet Limit
Restrictions:

No breed, age or weight restrictions! Up to two dogs or one dog and two cats are allowed per apartment. Pet fees are $25 per month per pet. Fish tanks are permitted up to 20 gallons. Other caged animals considered.

Dogs
  • 2 Pet Limit
Restrictions:

No breed, age or weight restrictions! Up to two dogs or one dog and two cats are allowed per apartment. Pet fees are $25 per month per pet. Fish tanks are permitted up to 20 gallons. Other caged animals considered.

Parking Fees

Street
Parking DepositiCharged per vehicle.$0.00
Comments:

Please call our leasing office for complete parking policy information.

Surface Lot
Parking DepositiCharged per vehicle.$0.00
Parking FeeiCharged Per Vehicle.$75.00/mo
Comments:

Please call our leasing office for complete parking policy information.

Storage Fees

Storage Unit
Storage RentiCharged per rentable item.$30.00/mo

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.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Dry Cleaning Service
  • Maintenance On Site
  • Planned Social Activities
  • Property Manager On Site
  • Pet Play Area
  • Recycling
  • Laundry Service
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Video Patrol
  • Online Services
  • Pet Washing Station
  • Package Service
  • Garden

Community Features

  • Disposal Chutes
  • Conference Rooms
  • Multi Use Room
  • Lounge
  • Vintage Building
  • Corporate Housing
  • Clubhouse
  • Elevator

Outdoor Features

  • Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Roof Terrace
  • Sundeck
  • Courtyard
  • Fenced Lot
  • Yard

Recreation and Fitness

  • Fitness Center
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Spa
  • Gameroom

Interior Features

  • Security System
  • Storage Space
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Sprinkler System
  • Tub/Shower
  • Heating
  • Intercom
  • Satellite Tv
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Cable Ready
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Wi Fi
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
  • Smoke Free

Kitchen Amenities

  • Eat In Kitchen
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Breakfast Nook
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Island Kitchen
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Disposal
  • Granite Countertops

Living Area Features

  • Walk In Closets
  • Den
  • Dining Room
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Carpet
  • Linen Closet
  • Views
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Window Coverings
  • Tile Floors
  • Hardwood Floors
Google Map

Map

1726 N 1st St, Milwaukee, WI 53212

Getting Around

  • 80 / 100 Very Walkable

    Most day-to-day needs are within a few minutes' walk

  • 50 / 100 Some public transit

    Transit is available for most trips

  • 80 / 100 Very Bikeable

    Highly suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 60 / 100 Moderately car friendly

    Good access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a low chance of parking problems

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Getting to Know the Area

  • 90 / 100 Restaurants

    Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Cafes

    Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Nightlife

    Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes

  • 80 / 100 Shopping

    Wide variety of shops within a few minutes

  • 80 / 100 Parks

    Very large amount of park space within a few minutes

  • 90 / 100 Noise Level

    Virtually no sources of noise nearby

Scores provided by Local Logic

Frequently Asked Questions about Fortress

Where is Fortress located?

Fortress is located at 1726 N 1st St near the Brewer's Hill area of Milwaukee, WI

What is the current rent range at Fortress?

1 Bedroom to 2 Bedroom Apartments at Fortress currently range from $1,463 to $3,350

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Fortress are
  • Monday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.0

    The Fortress Apartments are 18.1% cheaper than the average apartment in the Brewer's Hill area, and 5.75% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Brewer's Hill Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,463$1,803-$340-18.9%
    2 Bedroom$2,065$2,497-$432-17.3%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Milwaukee

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$1,463$1,638-$175-10.7%
    2 Bedroom$2,065$2,082-$17-0.8%

    Methodology: On 09/15/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 1211 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Fortress (Brewer's Hill), and 3918 other apartment communities in Milwaukee using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 09/15/2026

  • Pet Friendly 4.0

    Top Pet Friendly apartments have specified that they accept pets and feature a number pet friendly amenities for renters with furry friends.

    Rating Factors

    This 4.0-star Pet Friendly rating is based on the following features:

    • Fenced Lot(s)
    • Hardwood Floors
    • Pet Play Area
    • Elevator(s)
    • Tile Floors
    • Pet Washing Station
    • Courtyard
    • Heating
    • Air Conditioning
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  • Family Friendly 4.0

    Family Friendly apartments feature the best community amenities for larger families like larger floorplans, playgrounds and day care options.

    Rating Factors

    This 4.0-star Family Friendly rating is based on the following features:

    • Hardwood Floors
    • Fitness Center
    • Fenced Lot(s)
    • Smoke Free Options
    • Washer/Dryer In Unit
    • Video Patrol
    • Dishwashers
    • Gameroom
    • Bicycle Storage
    • Eat in Kitchen or Dining Rooms
    • Roof Terrace
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Elevator(s)
    • Multi-Use Room
    • Large Bedrooms
    • Garden Style
    • Package Service
    • Pet Washing Station
    • Tile Floors
    • Pet Play Area
    • Maintenance on site
    • Dry Cleaning Service
    • Wheelchair Access
    • Freezers
    • Hi Speed Internet/Wi-Fi
    • Kitchens
    • Breakfast Nooks
    • Island Kitchens
    • Disposals
    • Granite Countertops
    • Dens
    • Dining Rooms
    • Vaulted Ceilings
    • Double Pane Windows
    • Views
    • Window Coverings
    • Yards
    • Planned Social Activities
    • Property Manager on Site
    • Laundry Service
    • 24 Hour Access
    • Disposal Chutes
    • Lounge
    • Grill(s)
    • Picnic Area
    • Sundeck(s)
    • Courtyard
    • Whirlpool/Spa/Sauna
    • Security Systems
    • Storage Spaces
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Sprinkler System
    • Tub/Showers
    • Heating
    • Intercoms
    • Satellite TVs
    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
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  • Transit Friendly 3.2

    Transit Friendly apartments feature a fantastic location and great access to local mass transit.

    See the best Milwaukee apartments for Access to Transit
  • Outdoors 3.6

    The Outdoors rating shows the apartment listings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com with the top amenities and features for renters who love the outdoor lifestyle.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.6-star Outdoors rating is based on the following features:

    • Fenced Lot(s)
    • Garden Style
    • Pet Play Area
    • Picnic Area
    • Roof Terrace
    • Bicycle Storage
    • Storage Spaces
    • Yards
    • Pet Washing Station
    • Grill(s)
    • Sundeck(s)
    • Courtyard
    • Whirlpool/Spa/Sauna
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  • Student Living 4.0

    Rentals that are highly rated for the Student Living Lifestyle rating have top features and amenities that benefit students and others who enjoy living the student lifestyle.

    Rating Factors

    This 4.0-star Student Living rating is based on the following features:

    • Fenced Lot(s)
    • Hi Speed Internet/Wi-Fi
    • Washer/Dryer In Unit
    • Gameroom
    • Package Service
    • Fitness Center
    • Bicycle Storage
    • Sundeck(s)
    • Roof Terrace
    • Elevator(s)
    • Storage Spaces
    • Multi-Use Room
    • Smoke Free Options
    • 24 Hour Access
    • Vaulted Ceilings
    • Views
    • Property Manager on Site
    • Window Coverings
    • Eat in Kitchen or Dining Rooms
    • Kitchens
    • Wheelchair Access
    • Stainless Steel Appliances
    • Air Conditioning
    • Breakfast Nooks
    • Dishwashers
    • Ranges
    • Refrigerators
    • Ovens
    • Disposals
    • Granite Countertops
    • Dens
    • Dining Rooms
    • Large Bedrooms
    • Yards
    • Dry Cleaning Service
    • Maintenance on site
    • Planned Social Activities
    • Pet Play Area
    • Recycling
    • Laundry Service
    • Pet Washing Station
    • Garden Style
    • Disposal Chutes
    • Lounge
    • Clubhouse
    • Grill(s)
    • Picnic Area
    • Whirlpool/Spa/Sauna
    • Security Systems
    • Tub/Showers
    • Heating
    • Intercoms
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Courtyard
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Satellite TVs
    • Cable Ready
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  • Work From Home 3.2

    Apartments and Homes with top Work From Home Lifestyle ratings have displayed the best amenities and community features that support the remote working from home lifestyle.

    Rating Factors

    This 3.2-star Work From Home rating is based on the following features:

    • Conference Rooms
    • Multi-Use Room
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Hi Speed Internet/Wi-Fi
    • Corporate Housing
    • Yards
    • Dining Rooms
    • Dens
    • Disposals
    • Dishwashers
    • Air Conditioning
    • Intercoms
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Storage Spaces
    • Fitness Center
    • Package Service
    • 24 Hour Access
    • Dry Cleaning Service
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Renters Reviews and Ratings

2.8
10 Renters Reviews

have a car? DONT DO IT

October 3, 2021 - Review from Apartments.com
I have been at Fortress for two months, great space love the warm brick and community spaces. The issue with Fortress is with parking … there have been numerous car break ins with little acknowledgement from management and the police. If you live here and have a car, it will get broken into.

Lots of positives, not without flaws

August 31, 2021 - Review from Apartments.com
The building is great, and the view of the city from the rooftop and certain units is one of the best I've seen. Gym, common areas, appliances, and finishes are nice. I've genuinely been happy calling this place home for the last 1.5 years. Walls between units don't transfer noise in my experience (8th floor), but you can hear people walking down the hallway pretty clearly. The a/c unit on the roof is loud, so I had a great view of the city but never really wanted my windows open because of the ...
noise starting and stopping. I found the lack of overhead lighting in my unit odd (kitchen lights only), but lamps are an easy fix. Unfortunately, there have been car break-ins and missing packages, but those aren't unique to this building. They seem to happen regardless of street parking or lot parking.
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Cars Aren’t Safe!

August 5, 2021 - Review from Apartments.com
I used to love this apartment, I have met some amazing neighbors and the building is beautiful, but now it has become so unsafe that no amount of exposed brick can make up for it. In the past 2 days, there have been 9+ car break ins. There is smashed glass all over the parking lots from shattered windows. When a car got stolen, Fortress said the cameras “were not working” that night. So disappointing.

I do not feel safe. Too many break ins.

March 23, 2021 - Review from Apartments.com
I am sad to say that this property is letting me down. I was so excited to live in such a beautiful historical building. However, since moving in, there have been more car break ins than I can count. It has become a daily issue. I worry every morning when I go outside to leave for work if it'll be my day AGAIN to have a broken window. There needs to be change FAST or tenants will be desperately trying to break leases, if they aren't already. Maybe brighter lights in the parking lot with a ...
security guard consistently patrolling the lots. Something is better than cameras that are deemed useless when you cannot see license plates or identifying features of these criminals.
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Run as fast as you can

May 27, 2020 - Review from Apartments.com
Stuck in a building with a company that doesn’t care about their residents along with car break-ins, missing packages, backed up trash and paper thin walls. Biggest mistake of my life.

Refurbished piece of Milwaukee history

January 26, 2020 - Review from Apartments.com
I’ve lived here for about 6 months now and have really liked it. The property managers are very quick to respond and friendly. This is the most dog friendly building and my goldendoodle loves to play in the puppy park. There have been some finishing touches that needed to be completed since the building opened (they needed to add a support beam to my ceiling). The buildings community spaces are kept very clean. They gym space is amazing! I do wish there was covered parking.

Great apartment lacking community feel

December 22, 2019 - Review from Apartments.com
The fortress is a beautiful apartment with your basic amenities. My car was broken into during my first month after moving here, but since then roving security guards were hired and there’s been no more break ins. The only thing this apartment lacks is the community feel to it. There’s a few nice people here but most are cold to you and typically mind their own business. I assume this is caused by the lack of opportunities to meet residents here, which is directly attributed to management failing ...
at setting up appropriate events in a timely manner. The focus seems to be wine and cheese at 4:30pm on a Thursday or catered breakfast at 10:30am, with notices posted in the elevator less than a week before the event. The management seems to not realize we live in Milwaukee and have professional sports teams, so why not a bus ride to a brewery tour or a packers/bucks game in the common area to bring residents together? The fortress has been open for a full year and there’s been maybe four “community events”. In previous apartments that I enjoyed living at, residents paid a $15 monthly fee for community events held every month and they were well worth the $15 spent. Hopefully the fortress takes a similar route moving forward.
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Almost 5/5

December 11, 2019 - Review from Apartments.com
Living here has been a very positive experience. The management and maintenance crews are very nice and actually get to know you. We get so many compliments on the cool look of the exposed brick and how big the kitchen is. My favorite part, however, is the amenities. We grill out in the court yard, hang out on the rooftop and were able to cancel our gym memberships because everything you'd need is here. And since I’ve been here they have upped their security with it being closer to a tougher ...
neighborhood. Would recommend!
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Great apartment with a city-living feel!

December 11, 2019 - Review from Apartments.com
I've lived at the Fortress now for almost 10 months and I must say I'm a very pleased tenant! The aesthetic of the building is really what got me at first, but now I can say the best features of the Fortress are how dog friendly the building is, how close proximity it is to downtown and it has a great mix of tenants. Everyone is very friendly and the property managers are great as well. Any request/question I may have, they get back to me right away which is so important. The dog park and other ...
amenities are awesome too. I highly recommend the Fortress to anyone that is looking for an industrial apartment-feel being close to downtown!
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Safety concerns

June 17, 2019 - Review from Apartments.com
This building is beautiful but it has a long way to go to be safe for the residents. They have no security on property or anyone to monitor the cameras. Frequently the building has trespassers that enter the building and sleep in the stairwells and hallways - the kitchens are super small and the building is very expensive for what you get - no closet space in most of the units, no lights in closets nor the bedrooms, they are having a bad issue with the mail system there and tenants aren't able to ...
get their mail delivered. Dogs are often off leash - they accept all breads so this is an issue if the owner is unable to control their dog. Trash receptacle is not in a convenient location.
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Property Manager Responded

June 17, 2019
We truly are sorry to see your review, and wish your experience at Fortress would have been more positive for you. It’s difficult to address your review given our records reflect a somewhat different account; however, we can agree this didn’t seem to be the best fit for you. We are saddened that you’ve decided to fulfill your threat of leaving poor reviews in that our options to break your lease were not to your liking, but wish you all the best going forward. If you, or anyone reading this review, have any additional questions or concerns please don’t hesitate to contact us at social@alexandercompany.com.

Nearby Schools

Carver Academy

Milwaukee School District
1900 North 1st Street
Public School - Grades PK-8 (324 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away
4/10

Golda Meir School

Milwaukee School District
1615 North Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Drive
Public School - Grades K-12 (1192 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.2 miles away
8/10

Lincoln Center of the Arts

Milwaukee School District
820 East Knapp Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (309 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away
3/10

Milwaukee High School of the Arts

Milwaukee School District
2300 West Highland Avenue
Public School - Grades 9-12 (959 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.7 miles away
3/10

Roosevelt Middle School of the Arts

Milwaukee School District
800 West Walnut Street
Public School - Grades 6-8 (270 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
3/10

Riverside University High School

Milwaukee School District
1615 East Locust Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1240 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.6 miles away
4/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Fortress.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Milwaukee Repertory Theatre

108 East Wells Street
1 minute drive / 0.64 miles away

Oriental Theater

2230 North Farwell Avenue
4 minute drive / 1.39 miles away

Pabst Mansion

2000 West Wisconsin Avenue
4 minute drive / 1.61 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

2826 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Dr
4 minute drive / 1.38 miles away

Autozone

4227 W Orchard St
8 minute drive / 3.77 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Milwaukee School of Engineering

1025 N Broadway
1 minute drive / 0.42 miles away

Milwaukee Area Technical College - Downtown Milwaukee Campus

700 West State Street
1 minute drive / 0.64 miles away

Marquette University

1250 W Wisconsin Avenue
3 minute drive / 1.29 miles away

Groceries

Whole Foods

2305 N Prospect Ave
4 minute drive / 1.49 miles away

Sendik's Food Market

8616 W North Ave
12 minute drive / 5.61 miles away

Aldi

6825 N Port Washington Rd
13 minute drive / 6.36 miles away

Hospitals

Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital Milwaukee

2323 N Lake Dr
5 minute drive / 1.75 miles away

Orthopaedic Hospital Of Wisconsin

475 W River Woods Pkwy
7 minute drive / 3.34 miles away

Wheaton Franciscan St Joseph

5000 W Chambers St
7 minute drive / 3.71 miles away

Military Bases

Wisconsin Air National Guard

16 minute drive / 7.62 miles away

US Air Force Reserve

17 minute drive / 8.03 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Mitchell Park Conservatory

524 S. Layton Blvd.
5 minute drive / 2.54 miles away

Lake Park

3233 E. Kenwood Blvd.
5 minute drive / 2.66 miles away

Havenwoods State Forest

6141 N. Hopkins Street
13 minute drive / 6.18 miles away

Fortress has 5 parks within 9.9 miles, including Mitchell Park Conservatory, Lake Park, Havenwoods State Forest, Brown Deer Park, and Boerner Botanical Gardens.

Shopping Centers

Pleasant Street Center

306-C W Pleasant St
1 minute drive / 0.29 miles away

East Pointe Marketplace

605 E Lyon St
1 minute drive / 0.31 miles away

Juneau Village

1028-1112 N Jackson St
1 minute drive / 0.47 miles away

Fortress has 5 shopping centers within 1.4 miles.

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Milwaukee Studio Apartments $1,363$675$4,709
Milwaukee 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,638$486$10,000+
Milwaukee 2 Bedroom Apartments $2,082$592$8,295
Milwaukee 3 Bedroom Apartments $2,565$799$10,000+
Milwaukee 4 Bedroom Apartments $4,053$1,095$10,000+
Milwaukee 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,650$700$5,400

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