Name: Baker & Thompson Addition
Address: St. Croix Falls

About the neighborhood

Baker & Thompson Addition offers a serene neighborhood with notably low noise levels and peaceful streets, creating a calming atmosphere. The area features a large number of single detached homes, many built after the year 2000, providing a blend of modern and traditional housing styles. Convenience plays a key role here, as primary and secondary schools are located nearby, along with accessible grocery stores, coffee shops, and restaurants. While the surrounding terrain includes elevation changes, several businesses support everyday needs within close proximity. This neighborhood’s quiet charm and practical amenities make it an inviting place to settle down.

Characteristics

Transportation

It is easy for pedestrians to move around in Baker & Thompson Addition; carrying out daily needs is convenient without a car, and there are also a good number of businesses close by. It is difficult to commute by bike in this area since there are a good number of elevation changes, and the bicycling infrastructure is somewhat poor.

Services

It is very often an option for property owners in Baker & Thompson Addition to shop for groceries as pedestrians. A limited number of restaurants and cafes can be found as well. Regarding education, in Baker & Thompson Addition, residents will generally be able to get to both primary and secondary schools without a car.

Character

Baker & Thompson Addition is appealing, as it contains both vibrant and quiet areas. Although the ambience is not the most lively in this part of St. Croix Falls with the nightlife venues in nearby neighborhoods, it is very easy to find a place to grab a drink because they are generally located very close by. At the same time, this neighborhood is wonderful for those who need a quiet atmosphere, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor.

Car friendly9.4

Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly3.8

Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.4

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Restaurants4.4

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries8.2

Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping4.6

Variety of shops within a short drive