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Nestled in the Upper Mississippi River Basin in the mid-western area of Wisconsin is the small scenic community of Holmen. Located just about five miles north of LaCrosse, this once small rural farming town is now a growing urban city of over 7000 residents. With timbered bluffs on the east side and the sweeping prairies on the west, Holmen real estate is a beautiful place to call home. If you are thinking of relocating to this area, Holmen is a good choice. Although the town is growing, you can still enjoy it being a small town with all the amenities close by in LaCrosse.
Education in Holmen
The Holmen School District is recognized throughout the state as a quality school district and is supportive of the children living in Holmen real estate to be all they can be. With a student to teacher ratio of 13:1, teachers can give students the extra time needed so they don't fall behind. Holmen School District runs four elementary schools, one middle school and one high school in the city.
Things to See & Do in Holmen
The Holmen Parks and Recreation Department has scheduled activities for all ages and interests from baseball to volleyball, basketball, track, tennis, arts and crafts, ballroom dancing, computer classes, pet first aid, pilates and more.
For recreation, Holmen real estate has 12 parks in the area, including Deer Wood Park. This 40 acre community park has hiking trails, a sledding hill, ballfields, tennis courts, a hockey rink, playgrounds and picnic areas. The Holmen Area Aquatic Center is a 12,000 square foot water play center with water slides, drop slides, sand play area and concessions. For the golfer, Holmen offers a choice of three championship courses to play, including the Cedar Creek Country Club.
If hunting and fishing are your favorite outdoor activities, the Upper Mississippi River Basin is a great place. You'll find a variety of fish and ducks throughout the season. This is also a beautiful place for camping and birdwatching. Though this is a refuge habitat, with careful planning, it will be enjoyed by many for generations. For biking, hiking, skiing and snowmobiling, you can't beat the Great River Trail. The trail is a 24 mile railroad right-of-way that meanders through Mississippi River bottom lands with a diverse assortment of plants and wildlife. Holmen things to do.
Contact me if you are looking for small town charm in a growing urban city. Holmen real estate is a great place to live. |
Holmen Demographics
Population: 7,342
Med Household Income: $46,300
Med Home Value: $144,400
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