Business Details
34 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Commercial Real Estate Solutions
Founded in 1992, Wangard Partners has established itself as a community-focused real estate developer and property management company. Our mission centers on creating sustainable communities through multifamily, industrial, retail, and office property development and management. With a team of highly skilled specialists, we deliver tailored solutions for complex real estate opportunities while maintaining a strong commitment to environmental sustainability and local community engagement. Our expertise spans 32 years of successful investments totaling $2.5 billion in transacted value, supported by institutional-scale access to Midwest markets.We combine an ownership mindset with a team-based approach to ensure long-term value creation for investors and tenants. Our track record includes over 2,000 completed units and 3.3 million square feet of commercial space under management, backed by IREM's Accredited Management Organization certification. We maintain a 24/7 emergency response system for property management and have received multiple industry recognitions, including being named Best Developer for four consecutive years. Our strategic focus on Midwest markets positions us to deliver 8% preferred returns and 14-17% targeted IRR for our investment partners.
Services
Property Management
Multifamily Development
Industrial Development
Sale-Leaseback Financing
Commercial Real Estate
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 32 years of proven success with average IRR exceeding 24%.
- Our team includes property management specialists with 150+ combined years of experience.
- We maintain IREM's Accredited Management Organization certification for excellence.
- Our ownership mindset ensures alignment with client investment goals.
- We provide 24/7 emergency property management services across our portfolio.
Associations and certifications
- IREM Accredited Management Organization
What people say
Exceptionally responsive
Strategic solutions
Cost-efficient building solutions
Great communicators
Strong reputation
Services
Property Management
Our comprehensive property management solutions combine a team-based approach with an ownership mindset to maximize asset value. We provide 24/7 emergency response, preventive maintenance, capital improvement project management, and financial oversight through our Yardi platform. Our services cater to commercial and multifamily properties, focusing on tenant satisfaction, operational efficiency, and long-term value creation through strategic planning and execution.
Multifamily Development
We specialize in developing Class A and B multifamily properties across the Midwest with a focus on sustainable design and community integration. Our development process includes site selection, entitlements, construction management, and lease-up strategies. We target first and second-ring suburbs in primary and secondary markets to deliver 8% preferred returns and 14-17% targeted IRR for investors through strategic asset positioning and market expertise.
Industrial Development
Our industrial development capabilities include brownfield remediation, build-to-suit facilities, and large-scale business park creation. We focus on strategic Midwest locations with strong transportation infrastructure, offering customized solutions for logistics, manufacturing, and distribution clients. Our expertise extends to repurposing contaminated sites while maintaining environmental sustainability standards throughout the development lifecycle.
Sale-Leaseback Financing
This financial strategy allows businesses to convert owned real estate into capital while maintaining operational control through long-term triple-net leases. We structure transactions that generate 100% market value liquidity versus traditional 65-70% loan-to-value options, with typical 10-20 year lease terms and tax advantages through 100% rent expense deductions.
Commercial Real Estate
We offer institutional-scale access to Midwest commercial real estate opportunities through our $60 million targeted fund. Our services include property acquisition, asset management, and strategic exits for office, retail, and industrial properties. With a proven track record of 24% average annual returns since 1992, we provide investors with diversified portfolios in prime Milwaukee-area locations and secondary markets.
People
Stewart Wangard
Founder & Executive Chairman
Stewart Wangard founded Wangard Partners in 1992 with a vision to create a community-focused real estate company. He leads strategic initiatives and maintains oversight of development projects, leveraging his extensive industry experience to drive sustainable growth and community development.
Burton Metz
Acquisition Inquiries
Burton Metz manages acquisition opportunities for Wangard Partners, utilizing his market expertise to identify and evaluate potential investment properties across the Midwest. He works closely with brokers and lenders to source strategic real estate opportunities that align with investor objectives.
Nicholas Ganos
Director of Investor Relations
Nicholas Ganos oversees investor relations for Wangard Partners, managing communication with investment partners and providing market insights. With deep knowledge of Midwest real estate dynamics, he helps investors understand opportunities in multifamily and commercial property markets.
Tim Voeller
Legal Inquiries
Tim Voeller handles legal matters for Wangard Partners, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and managing contractual agreements. His expertise supports the company's development and property management operations while maintaining legal standards across all business activities.
Jamie Wolski
Property Management
Jamie Wolski leads property management operations at Wangard Partners, overseeing day-to-day management of commercial and multifamily assets. With extensive experience in real estate operations, they ensure high standards of maintenance, tenant satisfaction, and financial performance across the portfolio.
Questions
What commercial real estate services does Wangard Partners offer?
We provide property management, multifamily and industrial development, sale-leaseback financing, and investment management services across the Midwest.
How does Wangard's sale-leaseback financing work?
We help businesses convert owned real estate into capital through sale-leaseback transactions that provide 100% market value liquidity while maintaining operational control through long-term leases.
What markets does Wangard focus on?
We specialize in Midwest United States markets, particularly Wisconsin, with expertise in Milwaukee, Oconomowoc, and Waukesha County locations.
What property types does Wangard manage?
We manage multifamily apartments, industrial facilities, office buildings, and retail properties across Wisconsin and the broader Midwest region.
How experienced is Wangard's team?
Our team has 32 years of combined experience with $2.5 billion in transacted value and maintains IREM's Accredited Management Organization certification for excellence.
Does Wangard offer emergency property services?
Yes, our properties are monitored 24/7 with immediate emergency response available through our skilled building engineering team.
