Benton Lake is a 49-acre lake located on the north side of the City of Cologne.  The lake has been stocked with sunfish and crappies since 2014.  The pier location also includes a walking trail and picnic area.  Much of the lake is surrounded by Paul Ave. and the south western side is low marshlands. […]

Twin Cities Property Finder · David Olson, Broker · License #BK3603584Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.Updated October 23, 2026 David Olson, Broker, Twin Cities Property Finder I started in the trades. Then I spent years as a pastor. For about two decades since, I’ve been a […]

For much of its history, Waconia Minnesota was a big tourist destination. It since then has become more residential. This city’s history is valuable to the locals, and can be highly appreciated by anyone. The main inhabitants of the area were the Dakota Indians. They named the local lake “Meday Wa Ko Ni Ya,” which […]

Watertown, Minnesota is a suburb that is located in Carver County. This western metro city is forty minutes from downtown Minneapolis. Its current population is around 4,300 residents. The area covers about 2.5-square miles. Watertown takes great pride in it’s location on the Crow River and it’s inclusion along the Luce Line Trail and Orchard. […]

With a population of close to 4,300, the city of Watertown, Minnesota has a quiet, small-town community. Despite its small size, Watertown offers its residents a number of community events and amenities throughout the year. Watertown’s community is best defined by the following events, organizations, and amenities: The Rails to Trails event is Watertown’s most […]

The city of Watertown, Minnesota prides itself on its wonderful outdoor amenities. A western city in the Twin Cities metro area, Watertown lies on the Crow River and is known for being one of the cities that the famous Luce Line Trail runs through. Luce Line Trail: What was once a railroad line that transported […]

In 1851, the area of Carver County was opened up to settlers through the Mendota Treaty. The rivers and lake provided the best places for locals to live, as they served as arteries that allowed access to other towns. The area of Watertown was almost entirely wooded. In 1856, a small group of settlers found […]

The schools in Watertown, Minnesota are located in the Watertown-Mayer Public Schools District, or school district 111. This district enrolls about 1,500 students each year. The district as a whole was ranked in the top fifty of all of Minnesota’s 415 school districts by SchoolDigger.com. The district’s mission is to create an environment where each […]

If you are looking for a location in Minnesota that has a small town feel with a calm and peaceful atmosphere, but also offers easy access to larger commercial areas, the city of  Cologne is a wonderful place to call home. Located in Carver County, Cologne, Minnesota is a smaller suburb in the western metro. […]

The city of Cologne, Minnesota is comprised of close to 1,500 residents and encompasses an area of nearly 2 square miles. As a small city, Cologne embodies the small-town feel while still providing a number of events and amenities. Some of the community highlights include the following: Glad Days is Cologne’s most popular annual event. […]

The most interesting aspect of the history of Cologne, Minnesota is the fact that it started as two villages, Benton and Cologne. In the late 1800’s, Benton officially became incorporated, as it had a population of just 100 residents.  In that very same year, Cologne became officially incorporated as a village. This city was named […]

The city of Cologne, Minnesota features 8 parks and open spaces for its residents to enjoy in addition to being near several major local landmarks. Located south of the Lake Waconia area, and southwest from the Lake Minnetonka region, Cologne’s residents can choose to venture to these popular regional areas, or opt to enjoy some of […]

Cologne schools, located within the Waconia Public School District 110, may not be the biggest in the area, but they are known for being one of the best quality districts. The entire district received the “Green Ribbon School” award from the U.S. Department of Education in 2014. The district services students who reside in Cologne, […]

A small, active city located west of the Twin Cities metro area, the city of Mayer, Minnesota is known for its close community and location on the Crow River. With a population of close to 1,800, and a geographic area of 1.42 square miles, Mayer is one of the many small cities that dot the western […]

The city of Mayer, Minnesota is a small town with close to 1,800 residents. Located west of the Twin Cities metro area and the city of Waconia, Mayer, Minnesota features a close-knit and active community. It is not uncommon to see residents engaging in all sorts of community events throughout the year. In addition, the […]

The city of Mayer, Minnesota is located west of the Twin Cities metro area and is situated along the south fork of the Crow River. A smaller community, Mayer offers five parks and a trail within it’s 1.42 square mile city area. They are:   Old Schoolhouse Park: The largest park in Mayer, Old Schoolhouse […]

In 1851, the area of Carver County was opened up to settlers through the Mendota Treaty. The rivers and lake provided the best places for locals to live, as they served as arteries that allowed access to other towns. Mayer was one of the later towns to be developed. Originally, the entire area was mostly […]

The schools in Mayer, Minnesota are located in the Watertown–Mayer Public Schools District, or school district 111. This district enrolls about 1,500 students each year. The district as a whole was ranked in the top fifty of all of Minnesota’s 415 school districts by SchoolDigger.com. The district’s mission is to create an environment where each […]

With a population of close to 550 residents, Hamburg, Minnesota is one of the smaller cities in Carver County. The city contains almost .25 square miles of land. While the city doesn’t offer a wide variety of amenities for its residents, it offers a small-town lifestyle that the locals enjoy. The city of Hamburg is […]

Hamburg, Minnesota features a small-town, close community. With only around 500 residents, this tiny city encompasses an area of .23 square miles. While the city does not have very many businesses within the city limits, it does have a post office, fishing and farm supply stores, a bank, a machine store, and several other local […]

The city of Hamburg, Minnesota offers two primary locations for outdoor recreation within it’s city limits. They include: Hamburg Bicentennial Park: Hamburg’s largest park, the Hamburg Bicentennial Park offers a number of amenities. It includes two baseball/softball fields with spectator bleachers, a basketball court, restroom facilities, a playground, swing sets, a picnic area with a shelter, […]

Saint Bonifacius, Minnesota is located in the western metro area of the state near the Lake Minnetonka, and also a part of Hennepin County. The city has a population of close to 2,500 residents, and a geographical region of just one-square mile. The city is unique in that it is completely surrounded by another, larger […]