Cedarburg, Wisconsin Real Estate

Cedarburg, Wisconsin is a city prized for its beautiful architecture, expansive park areas and multiple nostalgic nods to the past. Cedarburg is home to 11,412 people and is located just 30 minutes north of Milwaukee. Cedarburg has a thriving business and industrial community and is known throughout Wisconsin as a bustling, historic town with incredible modern amenities to supplement its variety of properties.

Cedarburg Real Estate

Homes for sale in Cedarburg exist in a wide variety of styles and price points. There are beautiful, historic, stone farmhouses for sale in Cedarburg with sprawling acreage. There are also modern Cedarburg neighborhoods with beautiful, brand new homes as well as many apartments, condos and duplexes for sale or rent. If you’d prefer to build your own house, Cedarburg has plenty of space surrounded by rolling hills, woods and wildlife to make your real estate dream come to life.

Living in Cedarburg

Cedarburg, Wisconsin has many stunning parks in addition to one of the first and largest nature centers in Southeastern Wisconsin, the Riveredge Nature Center. The center has hands-on environmental education through a variety of special events, weekend programs and summer camps – all at no charge! Cedarburg’s rural feel is evident along the winding Cedar Creek. Along the banks of this scenic creek, you just may come across one of the last covered bridges in Wisconsin, a favorite spot for keepsake photographs. Bring a pole and see if you can catch dinner off the banks!

For a fun date night, start with dinner outside, right along Cedar Creek, at the Anvil Pub. After dinner, stop in at The Chocolate Factory, Cedarburg’s nostalgic soda fountain with incredible Wisconsin ice cream. Catch a movie at the Rivoli, Tuesdays offer discounted admission, or try a craft beer or classic blonde root beer at Cedarburg’s Silver Creek Brewing Company. Top off the night with something sweet at Amy’s Candy Kitchen, recognized as home to the “Best Overall Caramel Apple” by The Wall Street Journal. The Turtle Caramel Apples are a decadent treat.

Family fun abounds in Cedarburg, Wisconsin. Check out the Cedarburg Toy Company for Story Time under the Gnome Tree three mornings a week as well as locally crafted toys. Cedarburg offers a Farmer’s Market every Friday from June to October in addition to many pumpkin patches and apple orchards for fall excursions. The Cedarburg General Store Museum offers an interesting peek into the past with its collection of antique packaging and advertising art as well as its vintage candy counter.

Cedarburg, Wisconsin Culture

Cedarburg’s nostalgic feel is highlighted by the wide variety of family friendly cultural events available. The Cedarburg Cultural Center provides music, art, theater and historical education to Cedarburg residents. From giggle-inducing children’s theater performances to the charming “Seniors Got Talent” 55+ open mic night, The Cedarburg Cultural center is the heart of the Cedarburg community. Don’t miss Cedarburg’s Maxwell Street Days! Four days out of the year, Cedarburg’s Firemen’s Park is transformed into a market of street vendors selling personal treasures, vintage finds, homemade trinkets and so much more.

If you prefer the hustle and bustle of a big city, Milwaukee is a quick 30-minute drive away and offers incredible sports teams, museums and other attractions. Be sure to get seats at a Brewers Baseball game and check out Summerfest, Milwaukee’s annual music festival that draws over 700 bands and nearly one million guests yearly. Take a look at everything Milwaukee as to offer here.

Cedarburg, Wisconsin is home to some incredible festivals of its own, as well. During the colder months, check out Winter Festival with its Ice Carving Contest, Chili Cook Off, and Pancake Breakfast, among other fun activities.  Cedarburg also has a charming holiday tradition known as A Cedarburg Christmas. The beautiful historic architecture of downtown Cedarburg is draped with stunning decorations and lights. During the fall months, Cedarburg hosts Wine and Harvest Festival, complete with grape stomping and hayrides, as well as Oktoberfest, a celebration of Cedarburg’s German heritage. Both events are completely family friendly! Strawberry Festival is Cedarburg’s own summer festival full of arts and crafts shows, live music and all things strawberry! At the end of July, stop over at Firemen’s Park in Cedarburg for the Ozaukee County Fair, one of the last free fairs in the Midwest. The Ozaukee County Fair offers a unique blend of classic carnival rides, live music and Wisconsin’s beloved fried cheese curds, among many other attractions!

Cedarburg Schools

As summer winds down and tans fade, Cedarburg’s schools are top rated both academically and athletically. The Cedarburg School District proudly maintains a 99% graduation rate and boasts that their students’ average ACT score (25.2) far exceeds both the national and state average. Nearby Milwaukee is host to many well-known colleges and universities such as University of Wisconsin— Milwaukee, Marquette University, Milwaukee School of Engineering and Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design.

History of Cedarburg

Cedarburg, Wisconsin was first recognized in the 1840s. After one visit to this gorgeous, historic town (especially in the autumn when the leaves change), you’ll know why it was named Cedarburg. The abundance of trees and forests throughout the city are almost as mesmerizing as the wealth of historic architecture and nostalgic amenities. The city of Cedarburg was recognized by former First Lady Laura Bush as a Preserve America City in recognition of its commitment to preserving America’s cultural and natural heritage.

City of Cedarburg

Cedarburg Chamber of Commerce

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