The mix of agricultural and residential areas known lovingly as “the baseball town” and officially as Prior Lake, Minnesota, is one of the oldest cities in the south metro. Before the major highways of 169 and 13, Prior Lake and its neighboring cities of Savage, Farmington, and Shakopee were cut off from the rest of […]

New Prague is located within both the Le Sueur and Scott counties, but primarily the latter. With a population of just over 7,500 and a land area of 4 square miles, this city is home to rolling hills and farmland. Because of its Czech influence, the city was named after Prague, the capital of the […]

The city of Jordan, Minnesota is one of the cities located in Scott county and south of the Minnesota River. With a population of 6,000 residents and a land area of 3.29 square miles, Jordan embodies a small-town feel while enjoying great amenities and area attractions from its neighboring cities. With a perfect balance of […]

Belle Plaine is a city that is on the western edge of the Scott County. With a population of close to 7,000 and a land area of 6 square miles, this city affords open space that allows for a rural lifestyle. Residents enjoy living in a peaceful city that places an emphasis on its small-town […]

Norwood Young America, a city that’s history is comprised of not one but two neighboring towns that merged together, is a wonderful place in the western metro area of the state of Minnesota. This city is located in the western side of Carver County. With 2.5-square miles of land, and close to 3,600 residents, Norwood […]

New Germany Minnesota is a quaint, charming town in Carver County. The name for this peaceful town was due to the number of early settlers that were of German descent. The city has a population of 400 residents, and a geographical area of one-square mile. This small town offers the private living that its locals […]

The city of Hanover, Minnesota is one of the cities residing on the border of Hennepin County. As such, part of the city is in Hennepin County whereas another section is in Wright County. Home to close to 3,000 residents, Hanover is one of many small cities that dot the landscape northwest of the Twin […]

The city of Greenfield is a small, rural city located northwest of the Twin Cities metro. A member of the Hennepin County, Greenfield is home to close to 3,000 residents. The city is 21.55 square miles in size, providing ample open space for the city’s residents. While the city does not offer much in the […]

The northernmost city in the Hennepin County, Dayton, Minnesota is a small, rural town within driving distance of the Twin Cities metro area. A city of only close to 5,000 people, residents of the city of Dayton enjoy the peaceful and spacious lifestyle that the city offers. Dayton is located at the confluence of the Crow […]

The City of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota is a city located north of Minneapolis. With close to 12,000 residents and being just 10 miles outside of Minneapolis, Brooklyn Center offers residents a mix of urban and suburban living. Not to be confused with its neighbor, Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center is the home of several major businesses and […]

Located within Hennepin County, the city of Maple Grove is a city of around 67,000 people. Interstates 94, 494, and 694, along with U.S. Highway 169 are the main routes in the community. They connect with other highways that provide access to all of the major cities and areas in and around Minneapolis. Maple Grove […]

Located “South of the River” and on the northern edge of Scott County is Shakopee, Minnesota. Shakopee, with a population of close to 40,000 and a land area of 28 square miles, is the biggest city in the county. This bedroom community was once an isolated area before infrastructure came to the city in the […]

Overview of St. Paul The city of St. Paul, commonly referred to as “the most livable city”, is one of the largest and most famous cities within the state of Minnesota. As the state’s capitol, St. Paul holds a special significance among the hearts of Minnesota residents. Encompassing an area of over 56 square miles […]

Corcoran, Minnesota is in the northwestern region of the Hennepin County area. With a population of close to 6,000 residents and a land area of almost 36 square miles, this city truly embraces the mix of suburban and private living. Residents can appreciate living in a city that allows them to be able to enjoy the […]

Champlin, Minnesota is a city that is a member of Hennepin County, and located northwest of Minneapolis. This city borders the Mississippi River, as well as the cities of Anoka, Dayton, Brooklyn Park, Maple Grove and Coon Rapids. The current population of residents is close to 24,000 and the land area of the city covers […]

The city of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota is a city of close to 78,000 residents. As the second largest suburb of Minneapolis and the sixth largest city based on population in Minnesota, Brooklyn Park is home to many beautiful homes and a dynamic, active community. The city encompasses 26 square miles and its location near Minneapolis […]

St. Anthony, Minnesota is still known today as St. Anthony Village. The name stuck with the city even after it was incorporated. The city is a member of two different counties, Ramsey and Hennepin, with the later being the main one with about two-thirds of its population living there. The total population is close to […]

Rogers, Minnesota is a city that is part of the Hennepin County area. As one of the cities that nears the border of the county, residents enjoy a more laid-back, suburban and rural lifestyle. Currently, the population rests at close to 12,000 residents. Located north-west of Minneapolis, the city of Rogers has a land area of […]

Rockford, Minnesota is located in both Hennepin County and Wright County, with the Crow River serving as the dividing line between the two. Any residents living east of the river are a part of Hennepin County whereas those living to the west, which is the majority of the city, are members of Wright County. Combining […]

With a population of close to 2,500 residents, Osseo, Minnesota is a part of the Hennepin County area. U.S. Highway 169 and County Road 81 are the main routes in the community. They connect with other highways that provide access to all of the major cities and areas in and around Minneapolis. Osseo has .75 […]

Medicine Lake is a city in Hennepin County, Minnesota, and is located within the city of Plymouth. The population is close to 400 residents total. The city is located on a peninsula that extends out into the lake that shares the same name. This charming community has a land area of just .2 square miles, […]

The city of Savage, Minnesota is one of the cities located south of the Minnesota River. With close to 29,000 residents and a land area of 16.45 square miles, Savage is known for its peaceful atmosphere and close community. Savage is also known for having a mix of residential and rural areas. As one of […]