Otsego, MN

Bordering the Mississippi River, about 30 minutes northwest of Minneapolis, Otsego balances the beauty of suburban and rural life. The area is mainly residential with large stretches of green space and farmlands separating neighborhoods and commercial areas. With over 15 parks in town, outdoor recreation is very popular. You can find locals having photoshoots or picnics by the river at scenic Otsego Regional Park, ice skating at Prairie Park, or spending at day out on the green at one of the many golf clubs in town.

Otsego attracts all ages, but is especially popular with families. The area is affordable and the schools are excellent. Although many parts of the town feel pastoral and secluded, residents can still enjoy the pleasures of suburbia with a plenty of amenities nearby. Albertville Premium Outlets rests right outside the border of the town, offering stores from big national brands and luxury designers. The town is quiet for the majority of the year, but the community comes together for the Otsego Prairie and Car Show, a classic festival with live music, fireworks, a bounce house, petting zoo, laser tag, and more. If you’re looking for an escape from the fast pace of the city, Otsego can certainly be your oasis.