Matter Development

About Matter Development

Matter Development is a real estate operator headquartered in Wauwatosa, WI. Matter Development operates in Green Bay-Appleton, Wisconsin and Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Its investment focus is on Affordable Housing, Multifamily - Ground-up and Senior Housing.

Established in 2018, Matter Development is a real estate development firm based in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. The company was founded by Aaron Matter, who brings over 10 years of experience in developing and operating senior housing with major providers Vi Living and Capri Senior Communities. The leadership team reports more than 50 years of combined experience in complex projects featuring sophisticated financial and ownership structures. In 2023, Wayne Rappold — with over 25 years in real estate, including large‑scale assemblage and redevelopment projects — joined as partner to expand the firm’s senior housing, multifamily, and commercial sectors.

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Markets and themes

Markets Matter Development operates in

• Green Bay-Appleton, Wisconsin
• Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Investment themes at Matter Development

• Affordable Housing
• Multifamily - Ground-up
• Senior Housing
• Single-Family Homes

Capabilities

• Construction Management
• Custom Homes
• Economic Development
• Mixed Use
• Site Development
• Sustainability
• Technology-forward

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Frequently asked questions about Matter Development

What does Matter Development do?

Established in 2018, Matter Development is a real estate development firm based in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin.

Where is Matter Development based?

Matter Development is headquartered in Wauwatosa, WI.

What markets does Matter Development operate in?

Matter Development is active in Green Bay-Appleton, Wisconsin and Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

How many employees does Matter Development have?

Matter Development has 2–10 employees.