University of Wisconsin, La Crosse

La Crosse, WI

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University of Wisconsin, La Crosse - La Crosse, WI

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Experience life in one of the Midwest’s most legendary college towns

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Over the course of the past century, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse has built a strong reputation as one of the top public schools in the Midwest. The university continues to earn recognition for its student research and creative projects in particular. Though primarily an undergraduate institution, UW-La Crosse is also well known for its graduate programs in various health care fields.

Several popular local hangouts are scattered just outside the main campus: get your morning caffeine fix at Global Grounds, pick up some great Greek food at Gracie’s, or drop into Chucks for a low-key drink after hours. Downtown La Crosse is only a few blocks to the west, with a huge selection of popular eateries, bars, nightclubs, coffeehouses, and entertainment venues, plus several lush parks providing beautiful views across the Mississippi River. The annual Oktoberfest is a colossal affair, drawing upwards of 200,000 visitors to the small city every autumn. Most of the area around the campus is residential, with several neighborhoods offering affordable apartments, condos, and rental houses within easy walking distance of the university.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in La Crosse, WI is $715 for a studio, $968 for one bedroom, $1,268 for two bedrooms, and $1,504 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in La Crosse has increased by 3.3% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 455 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $715/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 653 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $968/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 953 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,268/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 975 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,504/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

60

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

31

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

69

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Schools

Southern Bluffs Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

317 Students

7
out of 10

Spence Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

335 Students

4
out of 10

Emerson Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

311 Students

4
out of 10

State Road Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

311 Students

4
out of 10

Summit Environmental School

Public

Grades PK-5

286 Students

4
out of 10

Lincoln Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

277 Students

5
out of 10

Longfellow Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

489 Students

3
out of 10

Logan Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

369 Students

3
out of 10

Central High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,008 Students

4
out of 10

Logan High

Public

Grades 9-12

754 Students

4
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Children's Museum of La Crosse

Commuter Rail

Military Bases

Airports

  • La Crosse Regional

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