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Local haunts and walkability in Northwest Wausau
Northwest Wasua is a blend of commercial and residential property that dates back to the late 19th century but is still growing today. With Route 51 running along the neighborhood's west side, the Wisconsin River to the east, and Downtown Wasau 2 miles south, residents can take advantage of the city's amenities and attend events along the river. Within the neighborhood, local dining spots and parks are a source of pride and identity, and walkable schools and local pools foster community and comfort.
A century’s worth of homes
Constructed between 1884 and 2021, homes in Northwest represent the city's exponential growth over the last century. Traditional architecture neighbors midcentury ranch-style builds, bilevels and modern Cape Cods with modest yards. New and old-growth trees shade the sidewalks out front, and paved driveways lead to a mix of attached and detached garages. Closer to the Wisconsin River, lot sizes are smaller, but sidewalks run through the area, and some homes have private docks. These waterfront homes are more susceptible to flooding. Additionally, Northwest is home to the Wausau Water Treatment Facility and Regal Rexnord manufacturing company, visible from many backyards. Overall, prices are below average for Wausau, ranging from $75,000 for homes needing repairs to $320,000 for move-in-ready.
Cap Cod style homes are a popular choice in Northwest.
Some Northwest homes date back to the 19th century, like this home built in 1884.
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Colorful murals at Westsider Diner & Lounge
Westsider Diner & Lounge is located on the west side of the neighborhood. Identifiable by its colorful murals of Angus Young, Slash, Ice Cube and Elvis Presley overlooking 3rd Street, the community-focused restaurant sources ingredients from local vendors, such as Zillman’s Meat Market, sells local artwork, and sets up outdoor seating for the annual Labor Day Parade. Blue Willow Café at the intersection of 4th and Merrill Avenue offers a more family-style diner atmosphere. Its menu of comfort foods includes meatloaf and chicken dumpling soup. Groceries are available along Route 51 at Festival Foods and County Market and closer to Central Bridge at Pick ‘n Save.
Westsider Diner & Lounge serves up three meals a day until midnight near Northwest.
Northwest residents love the American fare served at Blue Willow Restaurant.
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From Jefferson Elementary School to Northcentral Technical College
Students attend the Wausau School District, beginning at Thomas Jefferson Elementary. The school, within walking distance of many homes, has a four-year-old kindergarten and early childhood center on campus. John Muir Middle provides after-school programming, including community service, arts and STEM activities. Both schools earn a B-plus from Niche. Wausau West High School earns an A-minus. Its career center facilitates summer employment opportunities, apprenticeships and career exploration. The school also promotes dual enrollment with Northcentral Technical College, located less than a mile west of most homes. The public community college promotes more than 190 program offerings, along with individual courses, conferences, seminars and workshops for the community.
The Hobbit house at Monk Botanical Gardens
The neighborhood has several recreation options and more within a few miles. Schulenburg Pool is one of three aquatic centers in Wasau and walkable distance for Northwest residents. Schulenburg has tennis courts and a pool with sprayground. Farther east, Schofield Park borders the Wisconsin River. Walking paths connect the park's baseball diamonds and playground to a fishing pier and boat launch. Monk Botanical Gardens offers a more laid-back experience. The 30-acre property is home to storybook gardens, where trails weave between floral exhibits and the resident Hobbit House, a popular spot for photo ops. Across the water, Athletic Park stadium is home to the Wausau Woodchucks, a local baseball team in the Northwoods collegiate summer league. With a capacity of over 1,000 seats, the venue transforms into a sea of white, blue and green t-shirts throughout the season—the Woodchucks' team colors.
Take a relaxing bike ride through Schofield Park.
Take on summer at Schulenburg Pool in Wausau.
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Live music along the Wisconsin River
Seasonal events occur in and around Northwest. Monk Botanical Gardens’ Blossom of Lights is held from September to October. The walk-through light show boasts theme nights, including Sip & Stroll, Pet Night and Trick-or-Treating for Halloween. Two miles south in Downtown Wausau, the acre-wide 400 Block hosts Concerts on the Square each Wednesday from June through August. The free event features live performances by local musicians and street dining. The series overlaps with Fern Island’s Big Bull Falls Blues Fest, a two-day music festival in mid-August featuring national blues musicians and a variety of food vendors. Autumn ushers in Wausau’s ARTrageous Weekend, where art exhibits and performances spread across various locations throughout the city. Those following the circuit are even granted free bus fare to each spot, including the Woodson Art Museum and Center for the Visual Arts.
Blossom Of Lights has a lot of fun interactive installations people can enjoy.
Northwest residents can visit Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum to enjoy art depicting nature.
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Catching the bus to Downtown Wausau
Though Northwest residents are largely car-dependent, there are walkable Metro Ride bus stops scattered throughout the community, primarily along Randolph Drive and Campus Street. Few bike lanes exist, but cyclists can cross Central Bridge to ride freely along the River Edge Parkway. This paved path runs parallel to the Wisconsin River’s eastern waterfront and heads a mile south into Downtown Wausau. The nearest emergency room is Aspirus Wausau Hospital, 2 miles south via Bridge Street. Commuters can rely on State Route 29 for the 98-mile drive to Green Bay, while those heading out of state typically fly out of Central Wisconsin Airport, 17 miles south on Route 51.
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Parks in this Area
Schofield Park
Monk Botanical Gardens
Schulenburg Pool
Transit
Airport
Central Wisconsin
23 min drive
Northwest Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northwest, Wausau sell after 68 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Northwest, Wausau over the last 12 months is $610,000, up 79% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Enjoy life in this adorable 3-bedroom home nestled just minutes from Schofield Park, the Wisconsin River, Blue Willow Cafe, Sylvan Hill Park, and Northcentral Technical College. Step inside to a warm and inviting living room that flows seamlessly into the dining area, featuring beautiful hardwood floors and a custom-built bookshelf (2024). The kitchen includes both upper and lower cabinetry,
Move-in ready ranch-style home nestled in a desirable Wausau West neighborhood, just down the road from the boat landing at Schofield Park on the Wisconsin River. This beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features an appealing layout filled with natural light. The walk-out lower level adds even more space with a large family room, rec room, office/bonus room which has a pocket door for
This Wausau West Bi-level is new on the market. Located close to NTC, Fleet Farm, Kwik Trip and has fairly easy access to HWY 39/51 North and South close by. This home features 4 bedrooms with 1 1⁄2 baths and sits on just under a quarter of an acre. There is access to the lower level of the home from the two- car attached garage. The upper level has 2- bedroom, full bath, kitchen and living
This 1600 sq foot 4BR/2BA home will meet all of your needs. Interior has been completely renovated with new kitchen cabinets and flooring, new furnaces, and water heaters in late 2023, and new vinyl siding in May 2025. Currently setup as a duplex, it can very easily be converted back to a single family home. The massive city lot is 97 feet wide by 300 feet deep and features a very private
Wausau Columns Apartments offer gracious open concept 1 & 2 bedroom apartments in a quiet residential neighborhood. Whatever your needs are, we hope you will look at what we have to offer and find your new home with us! Electric and Heat are the only utilities you pay! We now accept EFT payments, and we have just enrolled in an online management software allowing our tenants a more in depth
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,292
Median Age
38
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$62,894
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$61,677
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.3%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
32.2%
Advanced Degrees
8.5%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
40/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
40/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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