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For a city located in “The Land of 10,000 Lakes,” Lakeville, MN has some big expectations to live up to with a name like that! And, indeed it does. From the moment you unload your moving container in Lakeville, you’ll be surrounded by water. From Lake Marion and Orchard Lake, to Kingsley Lake, Lee Lake, East Lake and Raven Lake, there’s no shortage of water around Lakeville!

Far from being a place of scenic beauty and natural waterways, Lakeville is one of the fastest-growing suburbs of the Twin Cities thanks to its proximity to Minneapolis. If you’re moving to Lakeville, it’s just a straight shot north of I-35 into Minneapolis—a trek that takes 30 minutes most days.

Lakeville has roots as an agricultural hub, but in recent years has become something of a boomtown for people looking for that perfect balance of urban proximity and suburban living. With plenty of outdoor recreation, easy access to one of the biggest cities in the Midwest and four-seasons weather, there’s no reason not to pack up a storage container and move here!

If you’re the type of person who loves the great outdoors, Lakeville will make a fine home for you. The city is full of recreation opportunities—particularly when it comes to the city’s many lakes, rivers, parks and natural land formations. There are 62 areas in Lakeville recognized by the Parks Department—roughly two per square mile! That’s a lot of outdoor opportunities packed into a small area!

Among the most notable attractions within city limits is Antlers Park. Antlers Amusement Park was constructed in 1910 and has since become a recreational park, home to all types of sports courts (tennis, volleyball, basketball, etc.). It’s also a fishing destination for local residents who don’t want to stray too far from home.

For those hot, summery days, a trip to Valley Lake Beach is fun for the whole family! Swim, tube or splash around on one of the area’s great beach destinations. Or, if you prefer to soak up the sun with a golf club in your hand, Crystal Lake Golf Club might be more your speed.

Located in the upper Midwest, Lakeville experiences all four seasons, but winter tends to hit harder than in most other places. Expect rainy spring weather, plenty of sun in the summer, blustery falls and freezing cold winters with plenty of snow.

In the summer, high temperatures can climb into the low 80s, but generally peak in the high 70s. As for lows… get ready to dress in layers! Daytime temps fall into the single digits during peak winter months, and can easily go negative at night or with the wind chill factored in. As for precipitation, spring rains aren’t uncommon and winter snowstorms are to be expected.

While most people pack up a moving container and head for Lakeville because of its suburban atmosphere, there’s plenty to do when the sun goes down—especially if you’re willing to make the trek into Minneapolis. If you’re staying closer to home, head towards I-35 to find plenty of places to eat, drink and be merry.

Lakeville Brewing Company has a taproom that’s always welcoming, with plenty of brews on the menu. Further to the west, Northern Taphouse offers more of the same. For a hip place to grab small plates and good conversation, give Barley + Vine or Harry’s Scratch Kitchen a shot. There are also plenty of pubs, bars, diners and independent restaurants to enjoy, no matter what you might be in the mood for. Best of all, it’s never far from home in Lakeville—the city is only about 32 square miles!

As a suburb of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Lakeville residents tend to be ardent fans of these big-city teams. No matter what sport you follow, there’s a team in the area worth watching.

For football, the Minnesota Vikings call Minneapolis home and play at U.S. Bank Stadium. If you prefer college ball, catch a Minnesota Golden Gophers. For baseball fans, the Minnesota Twins are the only show in town. The same goes for basketball: the Timberwolves are an up-and-coming NBA team, and the Golden Gophers basketball program is always worth following.

If you’re more of an ice hockey fan, there’s always the Minnesota Wild. In fact, there are dozens of minor league ice hockey teams in Minnesota—largely because of all those frozen lakes during the winter! Or, if you prefer soccer, dial into the Minnesota United FC as they compete around the country.

Lakeville is booming—there’s no other way to put it! For the last several years, the city has ranked as one of the fastest-growing areas in the State of Minnesota, largely because of its proximity to the Twin Cities Metro area.

The population in Lakeville is about 62,500, growing about 2.5% year over year. Home values are also on the rise here—up 6% in the last year alone, to $292,800. This up-and-coming area is also a wealthy one: the median household income is up over $106,000! It’s also a young area, with a median age of just 35 years old. If you’re unloading a moving pod here, you’re in good company—and you won’t be the new kid on the block for too long.

Moving to Lakeville with the intention of settling down and starting a family? Already have school-aged kids? You’ll be delighted to know that Lakeville schools are some of the best in the state.

There are three districts in the area: Independent School District 196 and Farmington School District 192 serve the northern part of the area; however most kids will attend Lakeville Area School District 194, which serves the bulk of the city. District 194 has eight elementary schools, three middle schools and two high schools (Lakeland North and South). The district performs above average in testing.

If you’ve loaded up a moving container looking to settle down in a place that’s comfortable, welcoming and filled with opportunity, you’ve found it in Lakeland. This area isn’t far from the major economic hub of the Twin Cities, yet is quiet and cozy, surrounded by lakes, parks and scenery. With a high standard of living and great schooling, it’s one of the best areas in Minnesota to settle down and raise a family. That’s very likely while it’s been one of the fastest up-and-coming areas of years now! If you’re joining the flock and moving to Lakeville to take advantage of all these great benefits, there’s only one thing left to say: welcome home!