Summit Woods in Waukesha, WI

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  • Interior

    Cozy living room with a fireplace and comfortable seating.

  • Outdoors

    A cozy porch filled with vibrant flowers and lush greenery in hanging baskets.

  • Decor

    A cozy bedroom with warm lighting and elegant decor.

  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a sofa, coffee table, and lamp, accented by artwork on the walls.

  • Building

    The entrance to Summit Woods featuring brick architecture and landscaped details.

  • Architecture

    The front entrance of the Summit Woods residential building, featuring a brick facade and peaked roof design.

  • Bedroom

    A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, decorative pillows, and elegant lighting.

  • Trees

    A brick building surrounded by a lush green lawn and trees.

  • Landscaping

    A concrete pathway lined with shrubs and trees alongside a brick building.

  • Seating Area

    A cozy lobby with seating and natural lighting.

Summit Woods in Waukesha, WI

Summit Woods is an assisted living community in Waukesha, WI.

Information last verified:

2501 Summit Avenue, Waukesha, WI 53188

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.2 from 31 reviews
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Summit Woods Costs & Pricing

Summit Woods offers competitive pricing for its residential units compared to broader regional and state averages. For instance, a one-bedroom apartment at Summit Woods is priced at $940 per month, which is significantly lower than the average cost of $2,752 in Waukesha County and $3,412 across Wisconsin. Similarly, a two-bedroom unit at Summit Woods costs $1,135 per month, again undercutting the average rates of $2,524 in Waukesha County and $3,111 statewide. This favorable pricing positions Summit Woods as an attractive option for those seeking affordable living while still enjoying the amenities and community benefits that come with residing in this area.

Floor plansSummit WoodsWaukesha CountyWisconsin
1 Bedroom$940$2,752$3,412
2 Bedrooms$1,135$2,524$3,111

Overall Review of Summit Woods

differentiator 4 reviews mention this

Meals are a mixed bag

Dining is a noticeable strength, even with recurring complaints.

Several residents say the food is varied and good, with balanced meals and menus they can review. Others describe the food as lacking in choice or having an unappealing presentation. Residents also mention diabetes-friendly options, which aligns with the dietary services offered. Overall, opinions on dining quality are split, but meals are clearly part of day-to-day life.

common 10 reviews mention this

Staff are friendly, but uneven

Residents consistently describe staff as warm and personable.

Many reviews describe staff as welcoming, friendly, and attentive to residents’ needs. Some residents also praise specific roles—care staff, dietary, housekeeping, maintenance, and activities—as people who “truly care.” A separate review raises concerns about kitchen and dining-room cleanliness and says certain staff behavior was not appropriate, along with a lack of follow-through from management. Taken together, the reviews suggest a generally caring culture with noticeable service gaps for some residents.

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Cleanliness draws strong contrast

Cleanliness is praised often, but some residents report ongoing issues.

Multiple residents say the building is very clean and well kept, and they mention a clean dining space and overall appearance. Another review, however, describes dirty floors with crumbs and spilled drinks, bugs and cobwebs by windows and exits, and kitchen hygiene concerns. That same review credits some cleanliness and staffing issues to the kitchen and cleaning team, while another resident still highlights cleanliness positively. Overall, residents’ cleanliness experiences vary.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Repairs can take a while

Maintenance responsiveness is inconsistent for repairs.

One resident reports it takes weeks to get a handyman to fix things. Another review describes maintenance as slow and behind. A third separate issue mentions a disconnected downspout that had been reported for many months without being corrected. For residents who rely on timely fixes, these complaints suggest delays can happen.

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Activities keep residents busy

Residents repeatedly mention an active schedule of things to do.

Reviews describe frequent activities such as trivia, bingo, live entertainment, and religious services. Residents also mention trips and outings, exercise classes, and programs led by a dedicated activities coordinator. Even residents who are evaluating the community on the tour highlight the range of events and exercise opportunities. The common theme across reviews is that there is enough happening to stay engaged.

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Features

Housing

  • 52 resident community capacity 52 resident community capacity
  • 1-bedroom apartments 1-bedroom apartments
  • 2-bedroom apartments 2-bedroom apartments

Types of Care

  • Active Adult Communities (55+) Active Adult Communities (55+)
  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Respite Care Respite Care

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Full kitchen Full kitchen
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Laundry Laundry
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Party space Party space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Resident parking Resident parking
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • General Mitchell International (19 miles away) General Mitchell International (19 miles away)
  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation & parking Transportation & parking
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Art classes Art classes
  • Brain fitness Brain fitness
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Religious services Religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Languages Spoken

  • English English

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Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Waukesha, Wisconsin, offers a convenient and vibrant community for senior living. With several parks nearby such as Glacier Cone Park and Fox Brook Park, residents can enjoy leisurely outdoor activities. Access to pharmacies like Walgreens and CVS ensures easy access to medical supplies. Additionally, there are various dining options available including Culver's and Panera Bread, providing a variety of choices for meals. Hospitals such as Waukesha Memorial Hospital and Ascension Wisconsin Hospital are within close proximity, offering peace of mind in case of medical emergencies. Places of worship like First Congregational Church cater to spiritual needs, while theaters like Silverspot Cinema provide entertainment options. Overall, this area combines essential amenities with recreational facilities to create a comfortable living environment for seniors.

Parks

  • Glacier Cone Park (0.9 miles)
  • Waukesha Parks Rec & Forestry (1.6 miles)
  • Rivers Crossing Park (4.3 miles)
  • Wagner Park (4.8 miles)
  • Lake Park Park (5.8 miles)
  • Fox Brook Park (6.2 miles)
  • Kettle Moraine State Forest - Lapham Peak Unit (6.9 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.5 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (1.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.7 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (3.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (2.2 miles)
  • Mama D's Coffee (2.3 miles)
  • Black Canyon Coffee (5.5 miles)
  • Panera Bread (5.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (5.7 miles)
  • Starbucks (7.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Waukesha Memorial Hospital (1.4 miles)
  • Ascension Wisconsin Hospital - Waukesha Campus (6.1 miles)
  • Waukesha Memorial Hospital (6.4 miles)

Physicians

  • Moreland Ear Nose & Throat (1.4 miles)
  • ProHealth Care Building (3.1 miles)
  • Orthopaedic Associates Wisconsin (3.1 miles)
  • Prohealth Care Medical Associates (3.7 miles)
  • Wheaton Franciscan Medical GRP (4.6 miles)
  • West Suburban Center For Arthritis (5.2 miles)
  • Aurora Wilkinson Medical Clinic (5.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Culver's (1.5 miles)
  • Taco Bell (1.5 miles)
  • The Blue Ribbon Of Waukesha (1.5 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.6 miles)
  • Arby's (1.6 miles)
  • Wendy's (1.6 miles)
  • Denny's (1.7 miles)

Places of Worship

  • First Congregational Church (2.2 miles)
  • Riverglen Christian Church (5.1 miles)

Theaters

  • Silverspot Cinema - The Corners of Brookfield (5.4 miles)
  • Hillside Cinema Delafield, Wi (5.5 miles)

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