High visibility location
Perfect for Office and Retail
The location provides high visibility – over 13,800 cars/day on Pleasant Street – and is in proximity to both highways and downtown Milwaukee, with easy access to numerous public transit routes and the planned streetcar expansion. The Fortress is conveniently located a block from the award-winning Milwaukee Riverwalk and Schlitz Park. Major entertainment destinations are a short walk or drive away, including Brady Street, downtown Milwaukee, the new Bucks Arena, the BMO Harris Bradley Center and more.
- Adjacent to Schlitz Park and the historic Brewers Hill neighborhood
- Easy access to Interstate 43 and West Fond Du Lac Avenue
- Proximity to many public transit routes
- One block from award-winning Milwaukee Riverwalk
- Three blocks from planned streetcar expansion
Downtown Milwaukee presence
Thriving Neighborhood and Amenities
The Fortress is located just north of downtown Milwaukee and adjacent to the Brewers Hill neighborhood – a thriving community dedicated to the excitement of diverse, urban living. Originally built in 1892 and home to the F. Mayer Boot and Shoe Company, the commercial spaces are imbued with historic character, including exposed brick walls, heavy timber ceilings, and expansive restored windows, while providing all the modern conveniences your business deserves.
- Unique space filled with historic character and modern amenities
- Wide array of building amenities: expansive roof deck, fitness center, theater room, DIY room, club room, private courtyard with grilling stations, dog run, and more
- Downtown Milwaukee presence to attract new talent and clientele
- Traffic counts: 13,800+ vehicles per day
- Ready customers with 132 upper-level residential units
High visibility
Unique Historic Character
With high visibility and unique historic character, The Fortress is ideal for retail users. Building signage will assist in raising awareness for building tenants. The historic rehabilitation has given the building a fresh appeal to passersby. In addition, the adjacent Schlitz Park and Brewers Hill neighborhoods, combined with the proximity to the Milwaukee Riverwalk and downtown Milwaukee, will ensure a constant flow of new visitors to the site.
- Ample shared lot parking is available
- Perfect fit for retail users seeking 2,700 to 11,300 square feet
- Building signage is available
- Stunning common areas
- Build-to-suit development capability
Surrounded by historic character
With All The Modern Conveniences
Surrounded by historic character to draw inspiration from, and a wide variety of building amenities to match all interests, The Fortress is ideal for office users. The rehabilitated exterior and stunning common areas ensure the best possible first impression upon clients. Custom build-outs are implemented to suit individual businesses and assist in achieving long-term goals.
- Ample shared lot parking is available
- Perfect fit for retail users seeking 2,700 to 11,300 square feet
- Building signage is available
- Stunning common areas
- Build-to-suit development capability
