Cedar Ridge Apartments in West Bend, WI

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Pros

• The community is a great place to live.
• The grounds and living quarters are beautiful.
• The apartments are elderly-friendly, spacious, and very clean.
• The Cedar Ridge Homes are nicely designed with two bedrooms, open-concept living space, a laundry room, and a large basement.
• Residents enjoy nature and nearby trails, and the kindness and friendliness of everyone they encounter.
• The staff are friendly and attentive, making residents feel welcome.
• Top of the Ridge offers excellent food at reasonable prices, with a great staff and a comfortable environment.
• The facility features a wide range of amenities, including a fitness center, swimming pool, model railroad shop, wood shop, and craft shop.

Cons

• The corridors require too much walking, and residents would need a personal electric scooter to get around.
• The staff make residents feel unwanted.
• The facility is very expensive and the food and care are not very good.
• Wait times are ridiculous.
• In the last stage of living there, residents may not be washed in the morning and smell when visitors come.
• Donations are not refunded and residents are forced to donate, financially draining them.
• The food looks awful.
• They do not care about their employees.

Review

Cedar Ridge Apartments in West Bend, WI is best suited for active, independent seniors who want a self-contained campus with abundant amenities, strong outdoor access, and a robust social calendar. It rewards residents who value spacious, elderly-friendly apartments, open layouts, and on-site conveniences like a restaurant, fitness center, indoor pool, and varied activity spaces. The community thrives for those who enjoy nature and trails and who are comfortable navigating a larger campus where walking or scooter-assisted mobility is common. For couples or individuals who want easy access to social events, clubs, and a sense of family within a well-maintained setting, Cedar Ridge offers a compelling match.

That said, potential residents should consider alternatives if care needs are substantial or if budget predictability is critical. Some reviewers flag steep costs as care levels rise, and questions linger about the consistency of care and dining quality at different stages. For seniors who require frequent, hands-on assistance or round-the-clock medical oversight, a smaller, more focused assisted living or memory-care option with transparent pricing and guaranteed staffing may be more appropriate. Families who prize a uniformly high standard of daily care and lower financial surprises may wish to explore communities with a tighter emphasis on predictable, all-inclusive pricing.

The most persuasive pros center on experience-rich living. The grounds are described as beautiful, with direct access to trails and outdoor spaces that encourage walking, bird-watching, and easy outdoor recreation. Inside, the campus features multiple living options, apartments, cottages, and homes, along with a top-tier restaurant, a comprehensive fitness suite, and an indoor pool, all contributing to a resort-like atmosphere without sacrificing the comfort of a familiar neighborhood. A long-tenured staff, a sense of continuity, and genuine warmth from many employees create a welcoming, family-like vibe that resonates with residents and their families, reinforcing social connectedness and participation in a wide menu of activities.

However, multiple reviews signal meaningful caveats. A significant concern is the cost structure, which can escalate as residents move to higher levels of care, sometimes with limited perceived value in what is delivered at each tier. Perceived inconsistencies in meals and overall care quality also surface, ranging from highly praised dining and service to remarks about variability that leaves some families questioning value. Accessibility and comfort can further hinge on personal mobility; while the campus supports seniors who need assistance, long corridors and the physical layout may pose challenges for those with limited mobility or those using mobility devices for extended distances between amenities.

Those evaluating Cedar Ridge should bring a clear, disciplined checklist to the process. Ask for a detailed, tiered care plan that links services to exact monthly costs, and insist on a transparent explanation of what triggers price changes over time. Visit during peak activity hours to gauge staff responsiveness and talk to several residents about their experiences with meals, housekeeping, and activities. Probe the dining program’s consistency across days and seasons, and request examples of how care is coordinated if a move to higher-support options becomes necessary. Finally, verify the financial terms, refund policies, reserves, and any donation or optional fees, to avoid unpleasant surprises.

In the end, Cedar Ridge stands out for independence-forward seniors who want a rich, engaged lifestyle inside a spacious, amenity-dense community. The combination of beautiful grounds, accessible trails, a top-tier restaurant, and a culture of friendly, long-term staff creates undeniable appeal for those who prize social vitality and outdoor access. Yet the very strengths also illuminate the trade-offs: higher costs with rising care needs, variable perceived care and dining quality, and layout challenges that may not suit every mobility profile. For families prioritizing a strong social milieu and comprehensive on-site amenities, Cedar Ridge is a strong contender; for others, especially where budget predictability or unconditional high-level care is non-negotiable, exploring alternatives remains prudent.

Parks

• Ridge Run County Park (0.4 miles)
• Rolf Dog Park (1.3 miles)
• Decorah Hills Park (1.7 miles)
• Regner Park (2 miles)
• Kilbourn Street Park (2.4 miles)
• Ziegler Park (2.5 miles)
• Lac Lawrann Conservancy (2.9 miles)

Physicians

• Aurora Advanced Healthcare (0.6 miles)
• General Clinic (0.6 miles)
• Henry N Ambrookian Jr DD (1.6 miles)
• West Bend Clinic (1.7 miles)
• Mielnicki Daniel Froedtert And The Medical College Of Wisconsin West Bend Health Center West Bend (1.7 miles)
• Froedtert West Bend Surgery Center (1.7 miles)
• West Bend Open Mri (2.2 miles)

Restaurants

• Culver's (1 miles)
• Little Caesars Pizza (1.6 miles)
• Silver Lake Country Inn (1.7 miles)
• Toucan Food & Custard (2.1 miles)
• Casa Tequila (2.1 miles)
• George Webb Restaurants (2.1 miles)
• Qdoba Mexican Eats (2.1 miles)

Pharmacies

• Walgreens (1.4 miles)
• West Bend Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
• Walmart Pharmacy (1.8 miles)
• Shopko Pharmacy (2.3 miles)
• Walgreens (2.5 miles)
• Home Town Pharmacy (6.6 miles)
• Aurora Pharmacy (6.7 miles)

Hospitals

• St Joseph's Community Hospital (1.5 miles)
• St Joseph's Hospital (1.6 miles)
• Froedtert West Bend Health Center (1.7 miles)
• Froedtert Jackson Health Center (6.6 miles)
• Integrated Repair & Information Services (6.9 miles)
• Aurora Medical Center (9.7 miles)
• Hartford Memorial Hospital (9.7 miles)

Transportation

• West Bend Taxi (1.6 miles)
• Hertz Rent A Car (2.1 miles)
• Train Tracks (6 miles)

Places of Worship

• Immanuel United Church of Christ (2.1 miles)
• New Life Church (3.8 miles)
• Peace United Church of Christ (7.3 miles)

Cafes

• Panera Bread (2.3 miles)
• Starbucks (2.4 miles)
• Starbucks (9.4 miles)