Best Areas to Live in Eau Claire

Eau Claire's most frequently cited residential draws include neighborhoods near UW-Eau Claire's real campus and areas near Mayo Clinic's downtown healthcare corridor.

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Areas near UW-Eau Claire's campus

Neighborhoods near UW-Eau Claire's real, nicknamed 'Wisconsin's Most Beautiful Campus' carry a genuine, walkable college-town character.

Areas near Mayo Clinic's downtown campus

Neighborhoods near Mayo Clinic Health System's real downtown Eau Claire campus offer proximity to one of the city's largest institutional anchors.

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-27. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.