Your guide to Oconomowoc
What’s happening around town, places worth knowing and homes for sale now, from Heather Henry, local broker and owner.
Oconomowoc at a glance
- Lakes in town
- Lac La Belle and Fowler Lake, with city beaches and boat launches
- Getting around
- On I-94, about 35 miles (40 minutes) to Milwaukee and about 50 miles (under an hour) to Madison
- Population
- 18,203 in the 2020 Census, about 20,100 by 2025 estimates
- County
- Waukesha County, in the heart of Lake Country
What’s going on
Please check with the organizer before you go, since details can change. Last checked November 8, 2026.
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A move is about more than a house. It’s also about what’s going on this weekend, where to take a walk, and how a place feels day to day.
I put this guide together to keep those things in one place. If you ever have a question about a home or a neighborhood, I’m always happy to help. No pressure. No obligation.
Heather Henry
Broker and Owner, more than 25 years in real estate
Where the waters meet
That’s what Oconomowoc’s name is often said to mean. By the late 1800s, the lakes had made it a resort town, with summer homes built by wealthy families.
On the water
City Beach
Oz Plaza
The ballpark
Fowler LakeThe everyday stuff
Shopping
Beyond downtown, look to Whitman Park on Summit Avenue, Prairie Creek off Brown Street, and Pabst Farms near I-94. Costco is at 1855 Kirkland Way and Fleet Farm is at 1555 Town Centre Way.
Hospitals
ProHealth Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital is at 791 Summit Ave. Aurora Medical Center – Summit, at 36500 Aurora Dr., has 24/7 emergency services.
Schools and library
Oconomowoc Public Library is at 200 W. South St. For schools, see which school serves a home below.
Selling a home is rarely just a transaction. It’s a transition.
Start with a free estimate, then I’ll give you my own opinion of the price, based on what similar homes actually sold for nearby. Some moves take extra care, like leaving a longtime home or selling a loved one’s. I help with those too.
“As first time home buyers we needed an agent with the heart of a teacher. And we found that in Heather!”Christopher and Kelly S.
“We have bought and sold homes 3 times over the last 13 years with Heather Henry. She is a fantastic agent that puts her clients needs first.”Jake S.
“She took the time to understand exactly the kind of selling experience and the amount of help we needed in selling the house.”Ellen K.
Questions people ask
What lakes are in Oconomowoc?
Two lakes sit right in the city: Lac La Belle and Fowler Lake. The city calls Oconomowoc the “Heart of Lake Country” and runs beaches and boat launches on both. See the city’s beaches and boating page, or our guide to the water.
How far is Oconomowoc from Milwaukee?
About 35 miles, or roughly 40 minutes on I-94 without traffic. Madison is about 50 miles west, just under an hour.
Which school district serves Oconomowoc?
The main district is the Oconomowoc Area School District. Which school serves a home depends on its exact address. Check the district’s boundary map, and call Student Services at 262-560-2155 to be sure, since the district says the map may not be exact in newer neighborhoods.
What do homes cost in Oconomowoc right now?
Here’s the current list of Oconomowoc homes for sale. For recent sales and average prices, see our Oconomowoc home values and market report. And for a price on your own home, start with a free home value estimate.
In September 2026, the median sale price for a single-family home in Oconomowoc was $641,300. Homes sold for about 99.8% of their asking price, after a median of 38 days on the market. With about 3.8 months’ supply of homes for sale, RPR rated it a seller’s market. Source: Realtors Property Resource (RPR), based on MLS listings.
Let’s talk
262-617-2725Call or text. You work directly with me, from the first consultation to closing day.
Local details checked November 1–8, 2026, using the U.S. Census Bureau, the German Christmas Market, Oconomowoc Arts Center, Oconomowoc Historical Society, Visit Oconomowoc, the Oconomowoc Area Chamber of Commerce, Oconomowoc Public Library, the Wisconsin DNR, Aurora Health Care and the Oconomowoc Area School District. Drive times are estimates without traffic. Lake and town photos © 2026 Henry Real Estate Company. Please ask before using them.