Local developers turn high school into 75 homes for seniors [Video]

You don’t need a hall pass to walk through the halls of Edison School on Milwaukee’s north side anymore. The historic building is being transformed into affordable housing for local seniors. One resident shared how the new development has improved her life and how it’s benefiting the community.

Martha Smith, a Milwaukee native and new resident at Edison School Senior Housing, said, “Nice! When my grandkids are here, they have a little park area I can take them to, and it’s very quiet!”

Smith is thrilled with her new living situation, especially the size of the apartments. “I love the fact they have two bedrooms. I only have a one-bedroom because I didn’t need that much space,” she explained.

The former classrooms have been converted into living spaces as the school, built over a century ago, has been repurposed …