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Faribault, MN

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Delight in small-town pride and big-city opportunities in southern Minnesota

Suburban Historic Riverside Scenic Welcoming Relaxed Affordable Convenient Diverse

Located about 50 miles south of Minneapolis and Saint Paul, Faribault sits at the confluence of the Straight and Cannon Rivers surrounded in lush lake country. Faribault is proud of its historical roots, containing the second largest number of buildings on the National Historic Register in Minnesota, right after Saint Paul. Classic brick buildings contribute an old-world charm to Faribault while housing a wide variety of restaurants, breweries, shops, and entertainment venues.

Recreation is available year round in Faribault, with 39 parks, an outdoor aquatic center, and miles of bike trails in town. Ten lakes sit within ten miles of Faribault as well. Popular activities in and around Faribault include hiking, biking, kayaking, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, and much more. Situated within an hour’s drive to the Twin Cities, Faribault enjoys the comforts of small town Minnesota with access to the many luxuries of a major metropolitan area. Access to I-35 makes getting around from Faribault simple.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Faribault, MN is $952 for a studio, $1,005 for one bedroom, $1,189 for two bedrooms, and $1,194 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Faribault has increased by 2.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,005/month
673 Sq Ft
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Transportation

47

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

53

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Lincoln Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

445 Students

6
out of 10

Roosevelt Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

425 Students

6
out of 10

Jefferson Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

458 Students

3
out of 10

Mn Academy For The Blind

Public

Grades PK-12

43 Students

Rating Unavailable

Focus

Public

Grades 4-12

13 Students

Rating Unavailable

Faribault Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

717 Students

2
out of 10

Mn Academy For The Blind

Public

Grades PK-12

43 Students

Rating Unavailable

Focus

Public

Grades 4-12

13 Students

Rating Unavailable

Laura Baker Sun Program

Public

Grades PK-12

7 Students

Rating Unavailable

Faribault Extended School Year

Public

Grades K-12

Rating Unavailable

Faribault Senior High

Public

Grades 9-12

981 Students

4
out of 10

Mn Academy For The Blind

Public

Grades PK-12

43 Students

Rating Unavailable

Focus

Public

Grades 4-12

13 Students

Rating Unavailable

Laura Baker Sun Program

Public

Grades PK-12

7 Students

Rating Unavailable

Faribault Extended School Year

Public

Grades K-12

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • River Bend Nature Center
  • Nerstrand-Big Woods State Park

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