Wisconsin Real Estate & Relocation Guide

Wausau, Wisconsin

Population: 38,426

Located in Marathon County

Wausau, with a population of 40,000 (Wausau "Metro Area" population 80,000), is located in Central Wisconsin between two major highways: Interstate 39/ Highway 51 (north and south) and Highway 29 (east and west).

Wausau lies within Marathon county which has a population of 126,000 and covers 1,584 square miles (one-third of the county's land is forested). Wausau and Marathon Counties offer ideal recreation opportunities year round. In the winter months enjoy Granite Peak facility with an elevation of 1,941 feet. This facility offers three chair lifts, a large open slope and 12 runs designed for skiers with varied skill levels. Otherwise try cross –country skiing on a total of 48 miles of trails. In the summer months take pleasure in any of the 51 parks, totaling almost 3,500 acres. These parks include miles of lakes and streams as well as swimming beaches, boat landings, picnic areas, hiking trails, playgrounds, shelters, camping areas, shooting ranges and two indoor ice arenas.

Wausau is also know as "Arts Town USA" due to its commitment to the performing arts. Some notable sites are: Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, Grand Theater (seating 1,200 offering live touring productions from dance to drama), 16 movie theaters, 10 public libraries, 8 private and public golf courses, State Park Speedway, YMCA and YWCA. Major annual events consist of: Badger State Winter Games, Great Wisconsin River LogJam, Blue’s Fest, Wisconsin Valley Fair, Kayak and Canoe Competitions and Artageous Weekend.

Throughout the Wausau "Metro Area" you will find a variety of specialty shopping centers (including a 485,000 square foot enclosed mall, containing about 65 stores), and an assortment of business establishments, motels, supermarkets and restaurants. You will also find excellent care for yourself or family at the Wausau Hospital (321- beds, 34 specialty health care services utilizing about 200 physicians) or at the Wausau Medical Center (services provided by 65 physicians in 17 specialty areas.) Six nursing homes are also available, with approximately 850 beds to provide intermediate and skilled care.

The Wausau School district has a population of 9,100 students (roughly 700/grade,) D.C. Everest School District (sub section of Wausau) has a population if 4,875 (roughly 375/grade) and the Wausau Area Catholic Schools has a population of 1,380 students.

Wausau is the home of Northcentral Technical College and the University of Wisconsin-Marathon County. NTC offers 35 one and two programs in business, technical, health and industrial fields. Two unique NTC programs – laser technician and educational interpreter technician-have been cited as national models. UWMC offers a complete range of freshman/sophomore level courses leading to a baccalaureate degree. The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is only 35 miles south and offers associate and baccalaureate degree level and selected graduate programs.

Wausau Municipal Airport is located within the city limits, and central Wisconsin Airport is only 20 miles south of downtown Wausau with 25 daily departures through Northwest, United Express, American Eagle and Midwest Express.

Wausau is a great place to live. Whether you are a first time home buyer, ready to retire, or anywhere in-between. There are existing home and new construction that are the highest quality at a good value. Typical starter homes are in the $60,000 to $90,000 price range. Mid-priced homes range from $100,000 to $150,000 and there are beautiful custom homes from $150,000 up. The Wausau area has good options for people who want country living, or those who want to be closer to downtown. We also have 2-5 acre and larger parcels outside of town to build that dream home. We can help you in every step of the way to make your move an enjoyable one.

We invite you to come and explore our city. You will experience that special hometown feeling when you visit the historical downtown and shop at one of the specialty stores on the Third Street pedestrian mall, listen to music in the summer or ice skate in the winter on the downtown public square, walk through the Marathon County Historical Museum, tour the Warren Historic District, shop at the Wausau Center Mall, attend a theatre or music event at the Grand Theater, or visit the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum. There is always something going on no matter what the season is, be it a music concert, theater production, festival, parade, fair, art and craft show, or sports event. You will also enjoy the natural features of our area such as flowing rivers, lakes, maple and oak trees, Rib mountain, and the many city parks that provide beauty and recreation throughout the four seasons. We want you to know you are always welcome... "Welcome Home to Wausau!"