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The prestigious sector of Bloomington is primarily found on the western side of the city in the Bush Lake area. A collection of luxurious homes located within the 4th largest city in the state, residents of Prestigious West Bloomington enjoy scenic natural beauty as well as the amenities of suburban life. This area of the… Read more »
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The city of Bloomington, Minnesota can be divided into two, clear, geographic regions. Where the East side of Bloomington is more commercial and clustered with a wide array of urban development, the West side of Bloomington is more residential in nature. West Bloomington is adjacent to suburban cities such as Eden Prairie and Edina. Like… Read more »
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As one of the largest suburbs in the state of Minnesota, Bloomington can be split up into two sections, with Interstate 35W serving as the divider. Here, we will focus on the east side of the city. East Bloomington is known for being mainly a commercially developed area. As the west half of the city… Read more »
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Home to the internationally renowned Mall of America, the city of Bloomington, Minnesota is the 4th largest city in the state. With a population of close 86,000 residents and a geographic area of 38.42-square miles, Bloomington is one of Minnesota’s busiest cities. The city of Bloomington can be easily divided into two sectors, West and East. The… Read more »
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The city of Bloomington, MN has over 100 parks and open spaces within its city limits. A massive proponent of outdoor recreation and conservation, the city of Bloomington is home to some of the state of Minnesota’s most popular parks. Residents enjoy the wonderful combination of active and passive recreational options found within the city…. Read more »
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From the year of 1843 until present day, Bloomington, Minnesota has experienced one of the most rich and dynamic histories of any city in the state. The area was first inhabited by the Dakota Indians. The very first settlers of European descent established a small town in the early 1840’s and kept peace with the… Read more »
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Bloomington, Minnesota is a part of one of the larger school districts in the state, district 271, which services an early learning school, ten elementary schools, three middle schools, and two high schools. As a result of being a large district, it has so much to offer the residents of Bloomington. Their mission states, “The… Read more »
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Bellerieve is located in the southeast corner of Eden Prairie off of Riverview Road just west of Highway 169 and south of Pioneer Trail. Bellerieve is an excellent upscale neighborhood offering new beautifully designed homes. Bellerieve offers an excellent family friendly community with great residents, beautiful wooded scenery, and excellent location. Bellerieve boasts 5 single… Read more »
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Bell Oaks is located in the southeast corner of Eden Prairie off of Riverview Road just west of Highway 169 and south of Pioneer Trail. Bell Oaks is an excellent family friendly community featuring great houses and residents. Bell Oaks is situated among beautiful wooded scenery offering a peaceful and quiet environment. Bell Oaks boasts… Read more »
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The Vintage is located in the southeast corner of Eden Prairie off of Riverview Road just west of highway 169. The Vintage is an excellent upscale neighborhood offering beautifully designed homes. The Vintage offers an excellent family friendly community with great residents and excellent location. The Vintage also offers beautiful wooded scenery overlooking the Minnesota… Read more »
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The Southwest quadrant of Edina is bordered by three major highways, 62, 169 and 100. To the west of this region is the city of Eden Prairie, and to the south is the city of Bloomington. This quadrant has 10 neighborhoods which include Indian Hills, Creek Valley, Normandale Park, Indian Trails, The Heights, Brookview Heights,… Read more »
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The Southeast quadrant of Edina is bordered between highways 100 and 62. To the east of this region is the City of Richfield and to the south is the City of Bloomington. This quadrant has 9 neighborhoods which include Lake Cornelia, Southdale, Lake Edina, South Cornelia, Promenade, Parklawn, Pentagon Park, Centennial Lakes and Edinborough. The… Read more »
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It is no secret that the state of Minnesota is continually at or near the top of America’s healthiest states. Recreation is an important part of the life of Minnesotans. Minnesota’s beautiful trails are one of the reasons that people love calling the Twin Cities home. The Nine Mile Creek Regional Trail is a first-class… Read more »
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As a suburb situated south of the river, the city of Rosemount is 15 miles from the Twin City metropolitan area. Rosemount’s residents enjoy the benefits of living in a community with both a small town and large metro city atmospheres. The city combines industry, agriculture, and agricultural research with a rapidly growing community providing… Read more »
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With 64,000 residents, Eagan is the 11th largest city in the state of Minnesota. Currently, the 4th largest suburb in the metro area, the city of Eagan is predominantly a commuter town of the Twin Cities. Because of its location residents enjoy both the spacious suburb setting and the short commute time of 19 minutes… Read more »
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The city of Apple Valley has close to 49,000 residents, making it the 18th most populous city in Minnesota. According to Money Magazine, Apple Valley was ranked 17th on “best places to live in the United States” in 2013. As a city south of the river, the bedroom community of Apple Valley offers spacious living… Read more »
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The earliest inhabitants of the Burnsville area were the Mdewakanton Dakota Indians. Around 1750, Chief Black Dog established a permanent village between Black Dog Lake and the Minnesota River, near the present site of the Black Dog Power Plant. After the Dakota nation ceded land in 1851 and moved to Chief Shakopee’s village in Prior Lake, the… Read more »
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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… Read more »
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The city of Prior Lake, Minnesota is home to close to 25,000 residents. As one of the cities south of the Minnesota River, Prior Lake is a bedroom community that offers a scenic, peaceful way of life in a convenient, beautiful location. Because of its proximity to the Twin Cities metro area, Prior Lake is… Read more »
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The city of Jordan, Minnesota is located southwest of the Twin Cities metro area. A small city of close to 6,000 residents, Jordan’s community is defined by its location and active citizens. Embracing its small-town nature, residents of Jordan enjoy the wonderful events and amenities that are characteristic of their home. Memorial Day Ceremonies are… Read more »
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The city of Jordan, Minnesota is home to ten unique parks offering both passive and active outdoor recreational options. Residents can enjoy sporting events, swimming, natural scenery, gardens, and more throughout the numerous parks. Some of the most notable parks include: Holzer Park: Holzer Park was named after a local sports fan, Jackie Holzer. It… Read more »
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The Bancroft neighborhood is situated south of Powderhorn Lake, between 38th Street East to the north and 42nd Street East to the south, and amid Chicago Avenue on the west and Cedar Avenue on the southeast side of the Powderhorn Community in Minneapolis. The neighborhood got its name from the Bancroft Elementary School, which was… Read more »
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The Powderhorn community is located near the center of the city of Minneapolis and is home to 8 distinct neighborhoods. A diverse and eclectic area, Powderhorn is home to a vast number of businesses, museums, parks, restaurants, stores, and people groups. While not located in the downtown area of Minneapolis, the Powderhorn community is located… Read more »
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The city of Minneapolis is the largest city within the state of Minnesota. Home to over 400,000 residents, the lifestyle found within Minneapolis is largely dependent on the community in which you find yourself. With 11 distinct communities, each showcasing their own neighborhoods, lifestyle options and amenities are widely varied. The following article will outline… Read more »
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The city of Maple Grove, Minnesota is home to around 67,000 residents and is located within the Hennepin County. The city encompasses an area of 35 square miles, which ensures ample space for its large population and prevalent parkland. The community in Maple Grove is centered around the city’s status as an employment, shopping, and… Read more »
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The city of Shakopee, Minnesota places a strong emphasis on the preservation and establishment of parkland. With 920 acres of designated park land housing 33 park facilities, residents of Shakopee have plenty of opportunities to interact with the outdoors. Amenities range from active to passive, but throughout all of the parks there is something for… Read more »
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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… Read more »
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The city of Savage, Minnesota is home to around 29,000 residents. As one of the cities located on the southern border of the Minnesota River, Savage has seen significant growth in recent years. Due to the rapid expansion of other cities in the area, Savage has welcomed many new residents looking to make the city… Read more »
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Richfield, Minnesota has a population of 36,000 residents who live within seven square miles of neighborhoods, parks, and shopping. The city is a member of the Hennepin County area. Because of its location, the city is mainly residential and commercial, and the neighboring cities of Minneapolis and Bloomington add to this development. Even while being… Read more »
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The city of Richfield, Minnesota houses a little over 36,000 residents. As one of the first-ring suburbs outside of Minneapolis, it benefits from having big-city amenities while still offering a suburban style of living. This balance between urban and suburban ensures that residents of Richfield are able to enjoy a comfortable and active lifestyle. Richfield’s… Read more »
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Richfield, Minnesota is the perfect example of a city that came a long way from being a rural area to a suburban city. Before there was any substantial residential development, the community of Richfield was an area that was completely dominated by farmland. In 1908, Richfield officially became an incorporated city. However, despite not being a… Read more »
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The city of Eden Prairie, Minnesota offers an extensive range of parks, open spaces, historic sites, and trails for the public to explore. With 37 parks, five special use facilities, seven historic sites, and 15 conservation areas, the parks of Eden Prairie provide a wide range amenities for those seeking activity in the outdoors. It… Read more »