Grandview Emerson's historic homes surrounded by nature and culture
Just east of downtown La Crosse and the Mississippi River, Grandview Emerson has been a popular area since the turn of the century. Some streets retain their original red brick, and many homes trace back to the neighborhood's earliest days. "The stone foundations of some of the more prominent properties were actually quarried [at Grandad Bluff]," says Dan Stacey of RE/MAX Results Eden Prarie, a Realtor born and raised in this city. Grandad Bluff is the highest peak in La Crosse and a key part of its diverse topography, which includes marshland and ravines. One of the city's most popular parks, Myrick Park, and the University of Wisconsin is in Grandview Emerson.
Grandview Emerson is filled with historic homes nestled near the bluffs of La Crosse.
The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse campus is located in the Grandview Emerson neighborhood.
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Stately homes and small cottages near the park and university
"[The neighborhood] offers larger scale historic homes. Some are [on the national register], some are not. There's an interesting blend from craftsman-style to Tudor-[Revivals] to Colonial-[Revivals]," Stacey says. "There are some 1920s bungalows through there as well." Prices range from around $143,000 upwards of $600,000 as square footage increases. A few stately homes in Romanesque and Neoclassical styles range from $995,000 to over $1 million. Another small handful are condos and multifamily properties, ranging from around $155,000 to $555,000. Sidewalks wrap around modest lots, and mature oaks create shade. Homes near Myrick Park have been affected by flash floods in the past. Stacey says student housing is limited, maintaining a quiet neighborhood feeling.
A variety of home styles line the streets of Grandview Emerson.
Large homes with enclosed front porches is a common sight in the south western portions of Grandview Emerson.
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Swimming, fishing and boating and miles of trails keep people active
Myrick Park has a lake with a fishing pier for local anglers. Surrounded by marsh and bluffs, people also head there to play tennis, bring their kids to the playground and run, bike and hike the trails connecting to Hixon Forest. The forest's trails lead to Grandad Bluff and its expansive city view, as well as the public Forest Hills Golf Course. They're also used for cross-country skiing in the winter. Veteran's Memorial Pool is a local spot to splash in the summer. People also swim and take their boats out into the river from Black River Beach, around 3 miles away. Riverside Park is closer, roughly 2 miles west, at the confluence of the city's three rivers. The park is known for its international friendship garden and hosts longstanding events, including Riverfest, held annually in July since 1983.
Hixon Forest is a popular park for those who enjoy being active.
Take a walk down to the lookout atop Grandad Park.
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School choice and student options
School choice keeps options open to facilities within the La Crosse School District. Some students start at Emerson Elementary, which earns a B on Niche before filtering into the C-plus-rated Logan Middle School or the C-minus-rated Longfellow Middle School. Logan High School earns a B rating and offers an apprenticeship program teaching on-the-job skills. Nearby private schools include Aquinas High School, Aquinas Middle School and Blessed Sacrament School. Blessed Sacrament is in the neighborhood, just across from its namesake catholic church, and unrated by Niche. Aquinas High and Aquinas Middle, just outside Grandview Emerson. The high school earns an A minus and the middle school is unrated.
Logan Middle School is part of the La Crosse School District.
Logan High School has an 11 to 1 student-teacher ratio.
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The flood risk in La Crosse
There is a flood risk in La Crosse as a whole, with some of the last major incidences occurring in 2001, 2019 and 2024.
Commuter options
Wisconsin Highway 16 passes through the heart of Grandview Emerson, and Wisconsin Highway 35 runs along its western side. Bus stops through Municipal Transit dot the neighborhood creating commuter options.
Dining within walking distance and a short drive downtown
"The Campbell Road [and State Street] area [in Grandview Emerson] offers some interesting dining options and there's also a fun art gallery tucked in there," Stacey says. The gallery is between Super Street Tacos La Crosse and Global Grounds Coffee. A spot for Thai food, baked goods and a comfort food restaurant called Restore Public House are also located here. Bluffside Tavern, one of the oldest pubs in the city that also served locally-made pizza, is less than a mile from Grandview Emerson. "The bartender knows your drink and your name as soon as you walk in," says Annie Weigel, the co-owner. People's Food Co-op — selling locally sourced organic produce, deli and bakery items — is less than 2 miles away in downtown La Crosse where there are over 100 small businesses, including jewelry and clothing stores and fine dining. Locals can also grab groceries at Festival Foods, around a mile and a half away.
Super Street Tacos La Crosse has the best tacos in Grandview Emerson.
Downtown La Crosse music lovers can head to Deaf Ear Records and Leithold Music.
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Parks in this Area
Grandad Park
Riverside Park
Myrick Park
Bluffview Park
Hixon Forest
Transit
Airport
La Crosse Regional
17 min drive
Bus
Health Science Center
Bus
23rd St S & Main St
Bus
Uwl Campus
Bus
Lsw
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Grandview Emerson
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Grandview Emerson Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Grandview Emerson, La Crosse sell after 12 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Grandview Emerson, La Crosse over the last 12 months is $320,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
6,923
Median Age
25
Population under 18
20%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
7.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$40,926
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$76,875
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.5%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
36.8%
Advanced Degrees
17.9%
% Population in Labor Force
55.2%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
80/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
55/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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