The City of Lilydale lies completely in the Mississippi River National Recreation Area (MNRRA). Because of this, Lilydale locals enjoy beautiful scenery and an abundance of outdoor options. Historic Fort Snelling: This historic fort was built in 1825 on the bluffs over the confluence of the Mississippi and Minnesota Rivers. Today, it is officially known as […]

The city of Coates, Minnesota covers a total area of 1.41 square miles and is home to one park. Although there are not a lot parks within the city, there are several in nearby suburbs that residents can use and enjoy. Coates City Park: The Coates City Park is a community park located on the north end […]

The city of Coates, Minnesota is located 18 miles south of St. Paul in central Dakota County. The city is named after Henry C. Coates, a Civil War Captain, who served in the First Minnesota Volunteer Infantry. Coates is a rural small town community with a total of 163 residents. Although Coates does not have […]

The city of Coates originated in the early 1900s as a post office hub for the United States Postal Service. In 1953, the City was incorporated in the northwest corner of Vermillion Township. The city received it name after the Civil War Captain Henry C. Coates who served in the first Minnesota Volunteer Infantry. Today, the […]

The City of Oak Park Heights is situated in the Stillwater Area Public School District. District 834 is home to nine elementary schools, two junior high schools, one high schools, one alternative learning center, and one early childhood family center. In total, Stillwater Area Public Schools serves 8,300 students. Oak Park Elementary School, located in […]

The city of Newport, Minnesota is located 9 miles southeast of St. Paul on the Mississippi River in Washington County. Newport is a small residential river community with outstanding people. The city is made up of mostly residential streets with large trees situated on the river bluffs. The city covers a total of 3.88 square […]

The earliest inhabitants in the area of Newport were the Dakota and Ojibwe Indians. The first pioneer to settle in the area was John Holton, a farmer from Pennsylvania, who arrived in 1837 with Rev. Alfred Brunson to start a Methodist mission for the Indians. They opened the mission near a Dakota Indian Village named […]

Marine on St. Croix, Minnesota is a historic city situated 12 miles north of Stillwater and 15 miles south of Taylors Falls. The city was home to the first commercial sawmill along the St. Croix River, and even today locals and visitors can visit the Mill Site. Marine’s approximately 700 residents take pride in their […]

In 1838, Marine on St. Croix was founded with the name Marine Mills. The city was the location of the first commercial sawmill on the St. Croix River. Illinois lumbermen David Hone and Lewis Judd built the sawmill in order to cut white pine. Their hometown was Marine, Illinois, which is what they named the […]

The City of Marine on St. Croix is a small community with a total area of 4.17 square miles, 0.29 square miles of which is water. Situated on the St. Croix River, Marine offers a variety of outdoor opportunities. Even with its small size, Marine on St. Croix offers a variety of outdoor options, most […]

Located 15 miles northeast of St. Paul in Washington and Ramsey counties, Birchwood Village is a quiet town with a friendly community. Birchwood is home to 878 residents, 350 households, and 260 families. Situated on White Bear Lake, Birchwood is a popular place in the summer for boating and other outdoor activities. The village of Birchwood […]

The Village of Birchwood is home to 3 parks available to all residents. Birchwood’s parks offer residents the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful scenery around the village as well as numerous outdoor activities. Tighe-Schmitz Park: Located in the southeast corner of the village and offers numerous activities for residents to enjoy. The park is open year […]

The City of Bayport, Minnesota is a historic city on the St. Croix River located 20 miles east of St. Paul. The community of Bayport is home to 3,653 residents, over 850 households, and 500 families. Located between the cities of Afton and Stillwater, Bayport is known for its scenic landscape overlooking the river. Bayport […]

The city of Bayport, Minnesota started out as three smaller settlements along Lake St. Croix. In 1856, the city of Baytown was platted by lumberman Socrates Nelson and David Loomis around their firm’s sawmill. In 1857, Isaac Staples and Andrew Short platted the city of Bangor to the south of Baytown and William Holcombe platted the […]

Blaine, Minnesota is a city that lies along the southern edge of Anoka County. The city of Blaine has experienced vast growth over the last few decades, and currently has a residential population of over 57,000. As a part of the Twin Cities metro area, the city is just 20 minutes directly north of Minneapolis. […]

In 1852, pioneers staked claims in an area known as Inver Grove. Attracted by the area’s rolling green hills of the countryside and the close proximity to the Mississippi River, these settlers from Ireland and Germany quickly established a community. Those of Irish descent clustered their farms along what is now Rich Valley Boulevard. Settlers […]

Overview of Community Life in Roseville The city of Roseville, Minnesota is a mid-sized suburb that is uniquely situated adjacent to both Minneapolis and Saint Paul. Only Lauderdale, a neighboring city, shares this characteristic. The city’s nearly 35,000 residents enjoy the benefits of living near these larger cities while maintaining a peaceful, suburban atmosphere.   […]

Overview of the South Cornelia Neighborhood The South Cornelia neighborhood, with a population of 1,450 residents, is situated in the Southeast quadrant of the city of Edina. It is bordered on the north by 70th Street, on the east by France Avenue, on the south by the borders of Lake Edina Park along with Fred […]

Overview of the Presidents Neighborhood With a population of 900 residents, Presidents is a small neighborhood that is situated in the Northwest quadrant of the city of Edina. It is bordered on the north by Excelsior Boulevard, on the east by Blake Road, on the south by Waterman Avenue, and on the west by Highway […]

Homeowners can raise the basis or cost in their home by money spent on capital improvements. The benefit is that it will lower their gain and may save them taxes when they sell their home. Improvements must add value to your home, prolong its useful life or adapt it to new uses. Repairs are routine […]

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 Practical notes for Twin Cities buyers, sellers and owners Sometimes the most expensive choice is doing nothing. Economists call it opportunity cost: what you give up by […]

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 Practical notes for Twin Cities buyers, sellers and owners An agent once brought a full-price offer, with fair terms, to a widowed seller who was moving to […]