Location
& Community
Lake Mills, Wisconsin, is located on Rock Lake in scenic Jefferson County. Lake Mills is a small community of around 6,200 residents, offering a fantastic quality of life for all of our future residents.
Lake Mills’ location means the big-city amenities of Madison and Milwaukee are just a short drive away. The east side of Madison is a 20-minute drive from Summer Ridge, making for an easy commute on I-94. Headed to Milwaukee for a festival? You can reach the western suburbs in around a half hour on I-94, and reach downtown Milwaukee in less than an hour.
At Summer Ridge apartments, you’re right in the middle of everything that makes Lake Mills a special place to call home, including:
Schools
Lake Mills is home to top-rated elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as pre-schools and daycare centers.
Youth Activities
The city of Lake Mills is home to a variety of year-round activities and community groups for kids and teens, from recreational athletics to educational enrichment programs.
Restaurants
Enjoy a quick drive from Summer Ridge to a variety of restaurants, cafes, bars and breweries in downtown Lake Mills.
Shopping
Summer Ridge is just minutes away from a variety of grocery stores, pharmacies, and specialty boutiques.
Outdoor Recreation
Hop on your bike or take a quick walk to Wallace Park, with baseball fields, soccer fields, a picnic area, and a playground. Summer Ridge is also located a short distance from Glacial Drumlin Trail, which runs between the Madison and Milwaukee metropolitan areas and offers a scenic path for walking, biking, running, in-line skating, and winter activities.
Lake Access
Summer Ridge is located just a short car or bike ride away from beautiful Rock Lake, where you can enjoy swimming, boating, paddleboarding, or just relaxing at Sandy Beach or Bartel’s Beach.
Community Events
Enjoy a variety of activities put on by the city of Lake Mills, including the Knickerbocker Ice Festival, the farmers and artisan market from May through October, the Lake Mills Art Festival, and more.
