Ansay Development

What Ansay Development does

Ansay Development Corporation is a third-generation, family-owned real estate development and management firm headquartered in Port Washington, Wisconsin. Founded by Mike Ansay in 1994 and building on his father Adolph Ansay's earlier real estate business dating to the mid-20th century, the company specializes in the acquisition, development, and management of residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural real estate across Ozaukee County. Over its history it has delivered more than $350 million in cumulative development value, and it is currently building out Northern Gateway, a 99-acre, 620+ unit mixed-use master-planned community in Saukville scheduled for completion by 2027. The firm operates as an integrated platform spanning residential home sales, residential and commercial rentals, full-service property management with 24/7 emergency support, and large-scale master-planned community development.

The company's core operating assets include a portfolio of residential and commercial rental properties concentrated in Port Washington's Grand Avenue corridor and Newport Shores, residential units across Ozaukee County (Binsfeld Street, First Street, Peter Thein Avenue, Burton Farmhouse, New Luxembourg), and multiple subdivisions including New Luxembourg in Belgium, Matthaeus Farms (33 eco-conscious single-family homes completed in 2020), Harbor Square, Lake Harbor Lofts, Loyal's Landing, and Mel's Village. Construction emphasizes energy efficiency via Focus on Energy-certified appliances, metal roofs, modern insulation, and Nest thermostat integration in select subdivisions. The firm also operates The Venue at Newport Shores (a lakefront events space) and Gateway Sports Academy (a multi-court recreational facility inside Northern Gateway), with residential sales executed through a partnership with Suzanne Powers Realty Group where Nick Ansay serves as realtor of record.

Revenue is generated through one-time residential home and townhome sales, recurring monthly rental income from residential and commercial properties, property management fees, and development returns from large master-planned projects. Strategic partners include Three Leaf Partners (co-developer on Northern Gateway), Mel's Charities and Balance, Inc. (inclusive IDD community), and American Orthodontics (Northern Gateway anchor tenant). The customer base spans families and individuals buying or renting homes, small-to-mid-market commercial tenants across healthcare, legal, food & beverage, and recreation, plus enterprise development partners. Leadership succession is underway, with Mike Ansay's children Kate Ansay (VP Strategy & Acquisition), Nick Ansay (Chief Real Estate Officer), and Rachel Neva (VP Operations) plus Kate's husband Ian McCain (VP Development) occupying executive roles in the third generation.

Name

Ansay Development

Legal name

Ansay Development Corporation

Website

https://ansaydevelopment.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Ansay Development Corporation is a third-generation, family-owned real estate firm in Port Washington, Wisconsin, developing, owning, and managing residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties across Ozaukee County, with over $350M in cumulative development and a 99-acre master-planned community in progress.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Real Estate Development

NAICS

New Housing For-Sale Builders (236117), New Multifamily Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders) (236116), New Single-Family Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders) (236115), Land Subdivision (2372), Residential Building Construction (23611)

SIC

Operative Builders (1531), Land Subdividers & Developers (No Cemeteries) (6552), General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520)

akta.pro primary industry

Multi-Family Residential Construction (Apartments, Condos, Townhomes) (IMAFABAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Single-Family Home Construction (Detached Homes) (IMAFABAA), Residential Land Development & Subdivision Homebuilding (Build-to-Sell Communities) (IMAFABAL)

Keywords

• Residential real estate development
• Commercial property management
• Mixed-use development
• Home construction services
• Property rental management

Headquarters

HQ city

Port Washington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Residential Property Sales: Sale of single-family homes, townhomes, and condominiums to buyers. Revenue generated from completed home sales through real estate transactions. Sales handled via Suzanne Powers Realty Group with Nick Ansay as the realtor of record.
2. Residential Rentals: Monthly rental income from apartments and condominiums throughout Ozaukee County. Properties include units at Binsfeld Street, First Street, Peter Thein Ave, and various other locations. Tenants pay rent based on unit size and amenities.
3. Commercial Space Rentals: Rental income from commercial properties including retail, office, and mixed-use spaces in Port Washington. Properties include 1317 W Grand Avenue, 101 E Grand Avenue, 1329 Grand Avenue, and Newport Shores building. Rent is based on square footage.
4. Property Management Services: Property management services for residential and commercial tenants. Includes 24/7 emergency service, maintenance, and tenant support.
5. Real Estate Development: Development fees and returns from large-scale mixed-use projects including Northern Gateway (99-acre, 620+ units) and New Luxembourg residential community. Co-development partnerships with land owners and strategic partners.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Ansay Development Corporation is a third-generation family-owned real estate development and property management firm that builds and sells single-family homes, townhomes, and condominiums in master-planned communities; rents residential apartments and commercial office/retail spaces; and provides full-service property management with 24/7 emergency support. The company also executes large-scale mixed-use development projects such as the 99-acre Northern Gateway community in Saukville, Wisconsin, and develops inclusive housing through the Mel's Village initiative for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Product overview

Ansay Development Corporation is a family-owned real estate development and property management company based in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin. The company operates as a unified platform offering residential home sales, commercial rentals, residential rentals, and property management services. Their core residential development products include single-family homes through New Luxembourg and Northern Gateway (Paape Family Farms) developments, with townhomes at Loyal's Landing. For rentals, they offer commercial spaces in Port Washington and residential apartments/condos throughout Ozaukee County. Property management supports both rental segments with 24/7 maintenance. Major development projects include Northern Gateway (a 99-acre mixed-use community featuring Mel's Village for IDD individuals) and completed projects such as Newport Shores (luxury condos with The Venue events space), Matthaeus Farms (eco-conscious subdivision), Harbor Square (waterfront revitalization), and Lake Harbor Lofts (marina district condos). The company was founded by Mike Ansay in 1994 and spans three generations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Venue at Newport Shores: High-end events venue located in Port Washington's Newport Shores building, featuring lakefront views and sky deck.
• Newport Shores
• Gateway Sports Academy

Products and services

• Residential Home Sales Construction and sale of single-family homes, townhomes, and condominiums in master-planned communities throughout Ozaukee County, including New Luxembourg, Matthaeus Farms, Loyal's Landing, Paape Family Farms, and Northern Gateway. Home models include The Nolan, The Myles, The Charlotte, The Asheville, The Gatlinburg, The Jackson, and The Prescott, ranging from ranch to two-story designs with 3-4 bedrooms and 2-2.5 bathrooms. Targeted at families and individuals seeking quality, energy-efficient homes with modern design and premium amenities.
• Commercial Rentals Well-maintained commercial office and retail spaces for lease in Port Washington, Wisconsin, including properties at 1317 W Grand Avenue (1,910 sq ft available), 101 E Grand Avenue (1,780 sq ft with lakefront views), 1329 Grand Avenue (2,159 sq ft secure space), and Newport Shores. Tenant Improvement Allowance available for qualified tenants; rent based on square footage with direct access and signage opportunities. Targets businesses of all sizes including professional services firms, healthcare practices, and retail operators.
• Residential Rentals Modern, energy-efficient condominiums and apartments for rent throughout Ozaukee County, including units at Binsfeld Street, First Street Apartments, Peter Thein Avenue, Burton Farmhouse, and New Luxembourg Phase properties. Unit sizes range from 1,062 to 1,613 sq ft with 2-3 bedroom configurations. Features include 24/7 emergency service, newer units under 10 years old, energy efficiency, and pet-friendly policies (up to 2 pets under 75 lbs).
• Property Management Services Full-service property management for both commercial and residential tenants, providing 24/7 on-call emergency service, ongoing maintenance, tenant support, and top-tier property maintenance. Supports Ansay Development's own rental portfolio as well as partnered properties.
• Gateway Sports Academy State-of-the-art recreation center in Saukville, Wisconsin, featuring 4 basketball courts, 6 volleyball courts, 12 pickleball courts, and 9 basketball shooting cages. Home to Chapman-North Basketball Academy, Chapman Basketball Academy (80+ AAU teams), and Premier Volleyball Club. Offers adult leagues, open gym, birthday parties, youth court rentals, tournaments, and summer camps for athletes of all ages.
• The Venue at Newport Shores

Named customers14 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and minor.

• American OrthodonticsmajorOthers · 1 January 2025Anchor tenant at Northern Gateway development. First major business to open at Northern Gateway with plans to eventually employ hundreds of staff.
• Three Leaf PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-development partner for Northern Gateway project - a 99-acre mixed-use development in Saukville. Three Leaf Partners collaborates with Ansay Development on the design and execution of this inclusive, vibrant community.
• Mel's CharitiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOzaukee County nonprofit providing close guidance on Mel's Village development - an inclusive community for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Mel's Charities' vision shapes the unique community concept.
• Suzanne Powers Realty GroupcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorReal estate partner handling sales of all Ansay Development Corporation's residential properties. Nick Ansay serves as the realtor of record through this partnership.
• Balance, Inc.majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit organization that will manage 25% of the multi-family and townhome units at Mel's Village, designated for adults with disabilities.
• Luxembourg American Cultural Society (LACS)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNew Luxembourg residents receive complimentary memberships to LACS, an international society dedicated to preserving Luxembourg heritage. LACS operates the cultural center in Belgium's Village Square.
• Gateway Sports Academy (Joe Chapman)majorOthersState-of-the-art sports facility operator at Mel's Village. First business to open in Mel's Village area with basketball, volleyball, pickleball courts and shooting cages. Committed to inclusive atmosphere.
• Chapman-North Basketball AcademyminorOthersHome to Gateway Sports Academy. Has more than 80 AAU basketball teams utilizing the facility for year-round programming.
• Premier Volleyball ClubminorOthersYear-round volleyball programming tenant at Gateway Sports Academy providing sports and fitness programming for all ages.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves15 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Irgens: Milwaukee-based commercial real estate developer and manager with deep Wisconsin roots. Comparable to Ansay on the commercial property management and Wisconsin-located real estate development activity.
• VJS Construction Services: Wisconsin-based general contractor and developer active in residential and commercial projects across the Milwaukee metro. Comparable to Ansay on the residential construction and local development activity, though broader in scope.
• Halstatt Real Estate: Private, family-influenced real estate investment and development firm based in Florida but active across multiple U.S. markets. Comparable to Ansay as a multi-generational private developer pursuing mixed-use projects, though at a different scale and geography.

Others

• The Bonduel-based Hometown Advantage / Wisconsin Housing Development Partners: Wisconsin-focused affordable and inclusive housing developers and partners. Comparable to Ansay on the inclusive-housing and community-development angle represented by Mel's Village, though primarily adjacent rather than directly competitive.

Direct peers

• Veridian Homes: Wisconsin-based residential homebuilder operating across the greater Milwaukee region including Waukesha and Washington counties. Closest comparable to Ansay as a regional for-sale homebuilder with overlapping suburban Wisconsin footprint and similar product mix of single-family homes and townhomes.
• Wangard Partners: Wisconsin-based real estate developer active in mixed-use and master-planned communities in the Milwaukee metro. Comparable to Ansay on the Northern Gateway-style master-planned development model with mixed residential, retail, and commercial components.
• Bielinski Homes: Family-owned Wisconsin homebuilder with decades of operation in Waukesha and surrounding counties. Closely mirrors Ansay's family-owned, community-rooted positioning and for-sale single-family product strategy.

Broad incumbents

• M/I Homes: National publicly traded homebuilder with operations across the Midwest and Southeast. Comparable to Ansay as a for-sale residential builder with energy-efficiency and design-forward product positioning, though at far larger scale.
• D.R. Horton: Largest U.S. homebuilder by volume, with nationwide for-sale residential operations. Relevant as a broad incumbent competing in the same product category as Ansay, though at substantially greater scale and geographic reach.
• Lennar Corporation: One of the largest U.S. homebuilders, operating for-sale single-family and multifamily construction nationally. Comparable as a broad incumbent in residential development, though vastly larger and operating in different geographic markets than Ansay.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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