Washburn, La Crosse, WI

Washburn Neighborhood Guide La Crosse, WI

About

Washburn is a charming neighborhood in La Crosse, Wisconsin, known for its peaceful atmosphere and tree-lined streets. It's located near the Mississippi River and bounded by Jackson Street (State Road 33) to the north and West Avenue to the east. Washburn is also conveniently located near the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, making it a vibrant mix of students and resident families.

What You Will Love About Washburn, la crosse, wisconsin

  • The neighborhood's close proximity to the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse brings a lively, intellectual vibe to the area.
  • Its location next to the Mississippi River provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking and fishing.
  • Washburn is known for its quiet, residential streets that provide a peaceful living environment.

What’s Nearby

Washburn is conveniently located near downtown La Crosse, offering easy access to dining, shopping, and nightlife options. The neighborhood is also just a short drive away from the beautiful Myrick Park and the Riverside Museum, which provides insight into the region's history and culture.

Lifestyle

The lifestyle in Washburn is laid-back with a touch of academic vibrancy thanks to the nearby university. Residents enjoy easy access to outdoor activities along the Mississippi River, as well as a variety of cultural experiences, thanks to the neighborhood's proximity to downtown La Crosse.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 146 restaurants, 8 grocery stores, and 14 parks within a mile of the Washburn neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    La Crosse Olive Oil Company

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.4 miles

    515 Main St

  • GROCERY
    Cheddarheads

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Cheese Store, Grocery Store / Supermarket

    0.6 miles

    215 Pearl St

  • SHOPPING
    Noelke Distributors

    Retail, Warehouse or Wholesale Store

    0.7 miles

    425 Nelson Pl

  • GROCERY
    Indochinese Grocery Store

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.8 miles

    704 La Crosse St

  • GROCERY
    Quillins Quality

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.9 miles

    700 3rd St N

  • GROCERY
    Quillin's Central Office

    Retail, Drugstore, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    0.9 miles

    700 3rd St N

Washburn Apartments and Rentals

51 Rental properties in Washburn, La Crosse, WI.

  • Wedgewood Commons property

    $1,240+

    Wedgewood Commons

    Studio–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    267–1250 Sqft

    Available 10/1

  • 2219 Lofts property

    Contact for Price

    2219 Lofts

    1–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    Not Available

  • 612 7th St S property

    $1,100

    612 7th St S

    2 Beds • 1 Bath

    750 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 709 7th St S property

    $2,500

    709 7th St S

    4 Beds • 1.5 Baths

    1200 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 714 7th St S property

    $1,025

    714 7th St S

    2 Beds • 1 Bath

    820 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • 614 9th St S property

    $840

    614 9th St S

    2 Beds • 1 Bath

    1 Unit Available

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
10.7%
5%
utilities
6.4%
2.4%
food
1.6%
2.1%
transportation
2.4%
0.9%
healthcare
2.5%
4.2%

Washburn Demographics

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Washburn Reviews

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  • Busy Streets

    No

    Say 2 of 3 renters

  • Area Has Kids Play Outside

    Yes

    Say 2 of 3 renters

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 2 of 3 renters

  • Area Has Litter

    No

    Say 2 of 3 renters

  • Mostly Older Buildings

    No

    Say 2 of 3 renters

  • Near Grocery Stores

    Yes

    Say 2 of 3 renters

Washburn Transportation

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Very Walkable

82/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Very Bikeable

79/100
Bike Score®

Some Transit

39/100
1 bus stop 1 other stop

Bus Station

Bus Stop

314 Jay St

La Crosse Municipal Transit

Other

2000 Marco Dr

Source: foursquare.com

Washburn Schools

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