Westies Home for Rent

Westies, a neighborhood in Wausau, features a mix of 19th-century American Foursquare and Colonial Revival homes alongside 1950s bungalows and ranch-style houses. Most homes range from $100,000 to $300,000, with some properties requiring renovation and newer builds exceeding 5,000 square feet. The area is shaded by green ash trees and includes both attached and detached garages. Marathon County Park, a 78-acre space with ball courts, bike racks, and walking paths, is a walkable destination, hosting the Wisconsin Valley Fair. The River Edge Parkway offers a mile-long cycling trail along the Wisconsin River, connecting to parks like Barkers Island and Riverlife Park, which features a climbing playground, splash pad, and seasonal ice cream parlor. North 3rd Avenue, a major thoroughfare, is lined with local businesses such as Sugar ‘n Spice Cheesecakes & Coffee and Westsider Diner & Lounge. Jerry's Music has been a local hub since 1958. Groceries are available at Pick ‘n Save, County Market, and Festival Foods. Annual events include the Wisconsin Valley Fair and Wausau’s Labor Day Parade. Commuting is facilitated by Metro Ride bus stops and proximity to major employers like Aspirus Wausau Hospital, 2 miles away, and the Wausau Business Campus, 7 miles away. Central Wisconsin Airport is 15 miles south. Schools in the area include the highly rated Wausau West High School and Newman Catholic School.