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Cottage Grove, MN

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A riverfront city with spectacular parks and easy access to St. Paul.

Twin Cities Mississippi River Family-Friendly Outdoor Adventures Scenic Community Suburban

Located along the Mississippi River and ringed with parks, Cottage Grove is a picturesque city defined by green lawns, tree-lined sidewalks, and quiet streets. It is located about 10 miles southeast of Downtown Saint Paul, with Highway 10 providing fast access to the larger city -- a commute of less than 15 minutes. An additional five minutes will bring you to Downtown Minneapolis, making Cottage Grove apartments ideal for commutes throughout the Twin Cities area.

In addition to the typical playgrounds, splash parks, and golf courses, Cottage Grove is home to a unique park -- the Grey Cloud Dunes Scientific and Natural Area. Beautiful year-round, this park provides amazing views of the river. It features two terraces -- one about 40-60 feet above the river, the other about 110 feet above the river. The park is ideal for bird and wildlife watching, photography, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and hiking. Another fascinating park, Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park, covers 515 acres and includes prairie, hills, and wooded ravines. This park includes ski trails, paved multi-use trails, hiking trails, fishing areas, a playground, and a picnic pavilion.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Cottage Grove, MN is $1,424 for a studio, $1,485 for one bedroom, $1,674 for two bedrooms, and $1,748 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cottage Grove has decreased by -5.8% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,485/month
733 Sq Ft
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Transportation

33

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

36

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

Grey Cloud Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

763 Students

8
out of 10

Hillside Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

425 Students

8
out of 10

Cottage Grove Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

424 Students

7
out of 10

Crestview Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

418 Students

6
out of 10

Pine Hill Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

530 Students

5
out of 10

Oltman Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

969 Students

5
out of 10

Cottage Grove Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

924 Students

5
out of 10
Rating Unavailable

Park Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,938 Students

4
out of 10
Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Carpenter Nature Center
  • Afton Alps
  • Afton State Park
  • Dodge Nature Center
  • Spring Lake Reserve

Airports

  • Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain

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