The Silvernail Senior Apartments

    2451 Silvernail Rd, Pewaukee, WI, 53072
    3.7 · 17 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    AnonymousLoved one of resident
    4.0

    Friendly staff, safe, active community

    I toured this beautiful, well-kept senior community and my opinion improved after meeting new manager Michelle - staff are friendly, helpful, and the building is clean, safe, and active with on-site services and meals. Apartments are nice but not very large and there are no private balconies/patios. Management has had problems in the past (pestering residents, strict rules, and once restricted parking that kept my caregiver from picking up my mom), though the current team seems much more proactive and respectful. Great location near shopping, reasonable rent, plenty of activities - I added my grandmother to the waiting list.

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    3.71 · 17 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      3.7
    • Staff

      3.4
    • Meals

      3.7
    • Amenities

      3.7
    • Value

      3.5

    Pros

    • Kind, helpful and respectful staff
    • Staff teamwork and above-and-beyond assistance
    • Attentive leasing consultant and resident services coordinator
    • Homelike, friendly community atmosphere
    • Clean, well-maintained and attractive building
    • Safety features (emergency pull cords, general safety focus)
    • Engaging and appropriate resident activities
    • On-site services (visiting beautician, visiting physician)
    • Meals available on-site via a community kitchen
    • Good location near shopping, groceries and dining
    • Reasonable/affordable rent noted by some reviewers
    • Large or nicely appointed apartments reported by some residents
    • Professional property management (reported by several reviewers)
    • Recent positive management changes (new manager praised)

    Cons

    • Inconsistent management behavior — multiple reports of a 'mean' or difficult manager
    • Serious communication problems reported (denied visitation, false letters)
    • Reports of incorrect homestead paperwork and administrative errors
    • Allegations of attorney misrepresentation in at least one dispute
    • Management frequently pestering residents about trivial matters
    • Limited private outdoor options (no first-floor private patios; no balconies)
    • Some units have small kitchens or smaller living quarters
    • Occasional restrictions on parking or caregiver access reported
    • Mixed impressions on cost—some find it expensive or constrained by affordability

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the reviews is predominantly positive about daily life and the physical environment at The Silvernail Senior Apartments, with recurring praise for staff, cleanliness, safety, services and the building’s location. Multiple reviewers emphasize that staff are kind, respectful and willing to go above and beyond. Teamwork among staff, an attentive leasing consultant, and an active resident services coordinator are repeatedly called out as strengths. Residents and visitors describe the community as homelike and friendly, with staff who are cordial and informative during tours and interactions.

    The physical plant and amenities receive strong compliments: the complex is described as clean, well-kept and beautiful, with many reviewers noting that the building is in excellent condition. Safety features such as emergency pull cords are present and noted positively. Activities are characterized as appropriate and engaging, and several reviewers appreciate on-site services including a visiting beautician and visiting physician, plus meal availability through a community kitchen. The location is a consistent plus — convenient to shopping, groceries and dining — and rent is described as reasonable by some, though opinions on affordability vary.

    Despite the many positives, a clear and significant theme in the reviews is inconsistent management behavior and problematic communications. Several reviews use the phrase “mean manager” and describe management that pesters residents about trivial matters. More serious complaints include denied visitation, alleged false letters or communications, and at least one report referring to attorney misrepresentation. Administrative mistakes such as incorrect homestead paperwork were mentioned. These issues range from annoying (frequent nagging about small matters) to severe (denied visitation and disputed legal communications), and they create notable concern for prospective residents and families.

    There is also evidence of change over time: some negative reviews appear to reference a prior manager, while multiple more recent comments single out a new manager, Michelle, as having improved the situation—being proactive, genuine, and caring. One reviewer explicitly said the new manager changed their opinion and even added a family member to the waiting list. Other operational notes include pending maintenance (hallway carpet replacement) and mixed feedback about apartment sizes — some reviewers say units are large and nicely appointed, while others say living quarters or kitchens are not very large.

    Several practical limitations are repeatedly mentioned and should be considered by prospective residents: there are no private first-floor patios or balcony options, which mattered to at least one person who chose not to move in; outdoor seating options appear limited. A few reviews cite issues with parking access for caregivers, including an incident where a caregiver was restricted from picking up a resident for a doctor visit. Cost impressions are mixed — while some find rent reasonable, a few indicate affordability could be a constraint.

    In summary, The Silvernail Senior Apartments offer a well-maintained, safe and friendly living environment with engaged staff, useful on-site services, regular activities and a convenient location. These operational and amenity strengths make it an attractive choice for many seniors. However, potential residents and families should pay particular attention to management consistency and communication practices: several reviewers reported troubling administrative and visitation issues under prior management, though there are multiple positive remarks about a new manager who appears to have improved resident experiences. Before deciding, visitors should ask about current management policies (especially visitation and parking/caregiver access), confirm how paperwork and homestead issues are handled, verify the unit layout and kitchen size, and inspect outdoor access options to ensure the community meets their practical and interpersonal expectations.

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    About The Silvernail Senior Apartments

    The Silvernail Senior Apartments sits about 2.5 miles outside Pewaukee at 2451 Silvernail Rd, offering independent living for seniors who want a comfortable and engaging environment, and it has 90 units managed by Wimmer Communities, which means there's usually a range of neighbors who enjoy social connections and privacy. Residents choose between one- or two-bedroom apartments, with sizes from 679 to 961 square feet, and the apartments feature contemporary kitchens with all the needed appliances, extensive woodwork, walk-in closets, and layouts designed for ease and convenience, plus there are also some studio room layouts available. The rent for two-bedroom units ranges from $339 to $751, while one-bedroom units cost from $845 to $971, offering some flexibility. The Silvernail Senior Apartments focuses on independent living, so people can get support with self-care and medication management when needed without losing their freedom.

    Amenities aim to keep things simple and make life easier, with indoor and outdoor common areas, a central gathering room for group activities, a library, a theater, a chapel, a fitness room, a wellness center, a computer center, and a hobby center, so residents aren't short of options if they want to be social or active. You'll find a beauty/barber shop, a country store, a bank, and complimentary transportation, and there's resident parking as well as easy access to public transit for those who want to get out and about. Dogs and cats under a certain weight are welcome, which is good for those who want the company of a pet. The community offers on-site recreational and devotional activities, aiming to help residents keep up with socialization and a healthy lifestyle as much or as little as they prefer.

    Healthcare services cover essentials like medication management, and the property provides beautician services if residents want a haircut or other grooming. The Silvernail Senior Apartments gets a 6.9 out of 10 in community reviews, and with an average rating of 3.3 from 3 reviews, it's received mixed feedback over time, so residents and families can look into visit options online or talk directly to the property manager to check for any current availability or details. All in all, this community serves seniors who want comfort, companionship, and access to daily needs, with a clear focus on keeping life straightforward and manageable.

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