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Apple Valley, MN

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If you want to plant some roots, Apple Valley is the ideal place.

Family-Friendly Nature Easy Commutes Parks

With a name like "Apple Valley," you might be expecting to find acres of green fields, mature trees, sparkling lakes, and perhaps even a red barn or two. And, while you wouldn't be far off the mark, there's much more to Apple Valley -- it is home to the Minnesota Zoo, the Valleywood Golf Course, and a busy shopping district. Apple Valley is perfectly located, directly south of the Twin Cities and bordering I-35 E for easy commutes. From your new Apple Valley apartment, you can reach Minneapolis in roughly 25 minutes and St. Paul in 20 minutes.

Apple Valley is actually named for Apple Valley, California. The city was founded in 1969 and has grown to become one of the state's largest cities. It even made Money Magazine's "Best Places to Live" list several times, starting in 2007. This is a beautiful city, filled with lakes, parks, and hiking trails. Be sure to visit Lebanon Hills Regional Park, the largest park in Dakota County. With nearly 2,000 acres to explore, this park features hiking trails, campgrounds, swimming areas, fishing, mountain biking, canoeing, and playgrounds. Winter brings more fun, with cross-country skiing, kicksledding, sledding, ice skating, and snowshoeing.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Apple Valley, MN is $1,182 for a studio, $1,429 for one bedroom, $1,771 for two bedrooms, and $2,053 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Apple Valley has increased by 1.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,429/month
793 Sq Ft
House
$3,209/month
2,483 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,952/month
1,166 Sq Ft
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Transportation

51

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

46

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Diamond Path Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

677 Students

9
out of 10

Cedar Park Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

729 Students

7
out of 10

Highland Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

717 Students

7
out of 10

Greenleaf Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

785 Students

6
out of 10

Westview Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

509 Students

6
out of 10

Scott Highlands Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,184 Students

6
out of 10

Valley Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,076 Students

5
out of 10

Falcon Ridge Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

970 Students

5
out of 10

Dakota Ridge School

Public

Grades K-12

109 Students

Rating Unavailable

Eastview Senior High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,308 Students

9
out of 10

School Of Environmental Studies

Public

Grades 11-12

367 Students

8
out of 10

Apple Valley Senior High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,893 Students

6
out of 10

Dakota Ridge School

Public

Grades K-12

109 Students

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Minnesota Zoo
  • Buck Hill
  • Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge
  • Sea Life Minnesota
  • Minnesota Valley Wetland Management District

Airports

  • Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain

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