Located on the historic site of Pfister & Vogel Leather Company, River Place Lofts pays homage to its rich industrial heritage while offering a contemporary living experience.

In 1848, Pfister & Vogel established its tanning operations on this historic riverfront, eventually growing to become the world’s largest tannery by 1913. The buildings were completed in 1871. At its peak the tannery complex had 41 buildings totaling approximately 1,500,000 square feet. Due to a decline in demand for leather, the turbulent 1920’s and subsequent economic despair, Pfister & Vogel ceased operations on December 31, 1930. Several smaller tanneries emerged and occupied the buildings until 1990, at which point the building went dormant.

However, in 2015, RPL opened our first building, the Beam House. Since then, we've transformed the site into a vibrant community featuring four distinct buildings: Beam House, Docks Building, Finishing House, and Power House. Our Beam House, Docks Building, and Finishing House are the oldest historic remodeled buildings in Milwaukee.

Our newly renovated apartments have unique studio, 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom layouts that blend modern comforts with historic charm; each unit offers a one-of-a-kind living experience.

The comfort of RPL goes beyond our apartments. Step onto our sprawling 3,000 square-foot rooftop patio and immerse yourself into downtown Milwaukee. Stay active in our state-of-the-art Fitness Center, or host gatherings in one of our four common rooms. Challenge friends to a round of golf on our cutting-edge Golf Simulator, take our resident pontoon boats out on the river, or enjoy a game of paddle tennis on our court.

We are a fully gated access-controlled property with full-time on-site security personnel. At River Place Lofts, every detail is designed to enhance your lifestyle and elevate your living experience. Secure your spot at River Place Lofts today!