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1551 N Water St, Milwaukee

The North End — Community Life in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

1551 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI, 53202

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Community Score
30
out of 100

What it's like to live at The North End

The North End is an apartment community in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with a Community Score of 30 out of 100. Residents in this building actively connect through events, interest groups, and neighbor conversations tracked on the Cobu platform. Community activity data is based on real, anonymized resident participation.

  • 70% of residents actively participate in the community
  • 1 community events held in the last 90 days
  • 12 active resident interest groups

Community Activity

Based on verified resident participation inside the building.

Participation
70%
of Cobu users engage regularly
Events
1
events in the past 90 days
Groups
12
resident interest groups

What Residents Are Talking About

Live community activity verified by Cobu

Events and Gatherings

2 people attending

Drag Queen Bingo at Lakefront Brewery

TUE, FEB 10, 2026, 7:00 PM

Don’t miss one of our longest-running, most entertaining nights we have the pleasure of hosting! Nominated for Best 2021 & 2022 Drag Show by the Milwaukee Shepherd Express, Winner in 2025, and Runner-Up for the 2023 Journal Sentinel’s Top Choice Award for Milwaukee Event, it’s Drag Queen Bingo with Ester Flonaze! All seating is first come, first served and bingo is free to play! Starts at 7pm and goes until closing at 9pm Everyone will receive 10 bingo sheets for the 10 games played. Each sheet will have 3 bingo cards to play on per game. • Prizes will be awarded for each game (10 games). • Drinks are available from our main bar, and food from our food counter. Ester isn’t for the faint of heart, it’s a raunchy night, be prepared!

Community Conversations

R
Resident

Just moved from Michigan for work! Nice to meet you!

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S
Resident

Hey, Hunter! I just moved from Michigan, too! (Ferndale/Royal Oak)! Nice to meet you!

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H
Resident

Nice! I’m from Bay City! And my Husband is actually from Scotland. Hope to see you around! 😄

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M
Resident

Welcome!

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S
Resident

Hope to meet you, too! 😊 Which building are you in?

H
Resident

We are in the One apartments.

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S
Resident

We're in Portrait. We'll have to make this happen. 😊

R
Resident

Anyone know a good spot to work at?

C
Resident

As in not the work areas in the building?

J
Resident

I didn’t know there were work areas in the building unless your talking about the lobby area

C
Resident

Aperture has one near the lobby. I assume all buildings have one. I know at least 1 other has a work room

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A
Resident

Most of the lobbies have one. Aperture has the nicest one that has its own room near the lobby.

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R
Resident

Someone dropped this outside Vignette by the lower parking garage. I set it by the mail room.

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A
Resident

It’s not mine but you’re a real one for this 🙏

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C
Resident

Figured it could’ve been a Christmas gift!

R
Resident

"Happy Thanksgiving, neighbors! We hope today brings you a moment to slow down, enjoy good food, connect with people you care about, or simply recharge in your own way. Whether you’re hosting, visiting family, celebrating with friends, working today, or spending the day relaxing at home — we’re grateful to have you as part of this community. What’s one small thing you’re thankful for this week? Share it below and spread a little kindness with your neighbors.

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R
Resident

Hello! Found a black sweater lying on the corridor floor; left in on the couch by the elevators. 5th floor. 😊

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M
Resident

Thank you!! I realized I dropped this on my way to work today!

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R
Resident

Someone lose their lower garage remote? I found it on the floor by the elevators.

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M
Resident

That's mine, it must've fallen out of my pocket when I took my key fob out.

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Groups in the Community

Marketplace

529 members

This group is a convenient destination for residents to discover, buy and sell items in your building. Post items or inquire about items in the discussions.

Pickleballers

18 members

Group to find partners or groups to play pickleball with.

Cocktails & Beer Meetup Group

205 members

Form groups with other residents at The North End to go get cocktails and beer around town!

Single’s Group

54 members

Group for singles to connect and meet new friends!

Running Club

69 members

For anyone with any amount of interest in running! Who's ready for a run? This group will be focused on getting neighbors together who share a passion for the time honored and endorphin packed sport of running. If you're just starting out, love a casual jog on the weekends or just signed up for your 5th marathon, join us! All skill levels welcome 🏃‍♀️ 🏃

Dog Group

76 members

Here, doggy! In this group, we and our canine companions will get together regularly to do fun activities like walks in the neighborhood, trips to the dog park, and puppy play dates. What to bring? This will vary by gathering so always be sure to check the gathering's description for details or ask in the discussion section. When in doubt, don't forget your leash, ball, & some poop bags! Have an idea for our next puppy play date? Schedule a gathering!

Cooking ideas or food groups.

23 members

Either share meals that you created in North End with images and recipes. Maybe even offer the opportunity to meet up and cook together. Or there could be a group of suggested restaurants to try in the area, including food trucks and fast food.

Seniors - if you remember life well before the internet, cellphones and never ending apps, this is the group for you.

2 members

This group will meet and plan some events for the over 50 crowd, depending on interests of group. Among the possibilities are walks, book clubs, card and/or board games,

Book Club

52 members

Book of the month to read, review, and discuss over wine and appetizers

Cat Owners/Cat Sitting

74 members

Calling all cat owners and people who need cat sitters at The North End! Join here to schedule kitty playdates, request/offer cat-sitting services, and share cute kitty pics!

Board Game Group!

65 members

Group for people who enjoy playing board games!

The North End

435 members

What's one thing we all have in common? We all live at The North End! Use this group for general resident discussions, see upcoming events, and post your gatherings outside of current existing groups.

Marketplace Activity

R
Resident

Could anyone use two wardrobe boxes for moving or a picture/mirror/small TV vox?

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D
Resident

I could expand my bunny cardboard castle. With that very sold looking piece.

R
Resident

Red light lamp $10 Yoga block $5

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R
Resident

Need some random gift ideas? I have a brand new corkcicle set with a wine canteen and 4 wine tumblers all turquoise. A 30oz yeti (also turquoise) and plastic color changing tumblers. Hoping to get around $70 for the corkcicle set, $30 for the yeti, and $15 for the color changing tumblers. Otherwise best offer.

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T
Resident

How much

C
Resident

Prices are in the description

T
Resident

Is it only one or do you have two of them?

T
Resident

Of the color changing tumblers

C
Resident

It’s one set of 12 tumblers

T
Resident

Are these still available?

C
Resident

Yes

T
Resident

Is today a good time to pick them up

C
Resident

Sorry I’m not home today but I’ll be back tomorrow

T
Resident

Okay sounds good!

R
Resident

New iPhone 15 pro max case, free, left it between elevators and coffee in ONE

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R
Resident

55” Curved Samsung Smart TV - $50

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A
Resident

I’ll take it

A
Resident

Is this still available?

K
Resident

Yes!

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