Located just 4 miles south of St. Paul and 11 miles east of Minneapolis, West St. Paul, Minnesota is home to almost 20,000 residents. Established in the late 19th century on the west bank of the Mississippi River, the small, family-friendly community of West St. Paul enjoys the beauty and tranquility of the country as […]

West St. Paul, Minnesota has an area of 5.01 square miles, 4.91 square miles of which is land and 0.10 square miles of water.  Within the city, there are over 14 different parks offering a variety of amenities for all ages.  Some of the most popular parks include Garlough Park, Marthaler Park, Weschcke Park, Albert […]

Students in West St. Paul are served by school district 197, which assists the community and surrounding areas, including Eagan and Mendota Heights. District 197 mission is to give children a lifelong passion for learning, provide them with the opportunity to reach their academic potential, and prepare them for their life ahead. District 197 serves […]

The first inhabitants of West St. Paul were the Sioux and Mendota Indians. The Sioux people lived in the villages of Kaposia in what is now the east side of the city, while the Mendota people lived on the west. The date of their settlement is believed to have been several years before any white […]

West Saint Paul, Minnesota, is a first-ring suburb that borders the city of St. Paul. The community provides the serenity and attractiveness of the country as well as the various conveniences of the city. Beautiful green fields, lakes, and wildlife are minutes from an immense selection of stores, restaurants, theaters, and schools. There are over […]