A Great Place to Locate a Business
Opening a business in the charming and historic City of Cedarburg offers a unique opportunity to blend modern entrepreneurship with a rich historical ambiance. Cedarburg's vibrant community, steady flow of tourists, and supportive local government create a fertile ground for business growth. The town’s picturesque setting, with well-preserved 19th-century architecture and scenic landscapes, attracts both locals and visitors, ensuring a loyal customer base and continuous foot traffic. Additionally, Cedarburg's emphasis on local businesses fosters a collaborative environment, enhancing the potential for success.
Cedarburg is the ideal location for your business, and the Economic Development Office is ready to assist you with your new venture! We are proud of our beautiful city and we are ready to welcome your business! Here are just a few of the reasons to do business in the City of Cedarburg:
- Historic Downtown Cedarburg is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places with over 100 buildings (many made of limestone and Cream City brick) considered historically significant.
- Cedarburg was voted Wisconsin's Best Shopping Town and Wisconsin’s Most Distinctive Architecture by 2008 Wonders of Wisconsin.
- The City of Cedarburg was named in the prestigious Forbes Magazine Top 11 list of Prettiest Towns in America for 2011.
- M Magazine, Milwaukee's Lifestyle Magazine, named the City of Cedarburg as one of Metro Milwaukee's BEST neighborhoods in their August 2011 edition.
- Cedarburg Chamber of Commerce is a thriving organization that offers great value to local businesses and for new businesses looking to open or relocate to Cedarburg.
- Thriving arts community with many artists in residence; two unique venues showcasing live entertainment - the Cedarburg Cultural Center and the Cedarburg Performing Arts Center.
- Cedarburg Festivals and other events - Each year thousands of people come to Cedarburg for our annual festivals, including Winter Festival, Strawberry Festival, German Festival, Wine and Harvest Festival and Oktoberfest.
- Visitor Destination - Many people travel from out of town to stay at our two historic Bed & Breakfast Inns, to shop downtown, tour the Cedar Creek Winery and enjoy the Festivals and Art events.
- Cedarburg is located 30 minutes north of downtown Milwaukee, just off Interstate 43.
- The City is designated as a Tree City USA.
The mission of Cedarburg's Economic Development Office is to encourage new business, as well as retention and expansion of existing businesses in Cedarburg. Our goal is to strengthen and enhance Cedarburg's image as a charming, accessible, historic city that offers great shopping, dining, and unique venues to enjoy the arts.
Become part of a thriving downtown business community - join us in Cedarburg!
Are you interested in opening a new business in Cedarburg? Do you have an existing business that you have been thinking about relocating or expanding? Do you know someone who wants to open a business, but needs help finding a location in Cedarburg and working through the requirements to start a small business?
Checklist for opening a business in Cedarburg
Click here for a listing of available commercial space.
Available incentives and programs for businesses in Cedarburg
Contact: Mikko Hilvo, City Administrator, for more information or Maggie Dobson, Chamber Executive, for information on the Chamber.