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Owatonna, MN

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Timeless Midwestern charm lives in this pastoral community

Suburb Affordable Historic Parks Outdoors Bike Friendly Walkable

Owatonna is a fairly small city located about 65 miles due south of Minneapolis on Interstate 35. Surrounded by mile of southern Minnesota farmlands, Owatonna has long served as a major economic and cultural hub for the region. The historic Downtown district overlooks the Straight River, with the beautifully-preserved vintage buildings lining the streets cultivating a timeless atmosphere.

The city’s landscape is loaded with parks of every shape and size, and the vast network of trails provides great opportunities to get around town on foot or by bicycle. Folks around the region know Owatonna as the home of the Steele County Free Fair, the largest event of its kind in the state and a summer tradition in town for generations.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Owatonna, MN is $834 for a studio, $1,102 for one bedroom, $1,322 for two bedrooms, and $1,567 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Owatonna has increased by 1.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,102/month
702 Sq Ft
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Transportation

44

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

42

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

McKinley Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

525 Students

7
out of 10

Lincoln Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

593 Students

6
out of 10

Washington Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

487 Students

4
out of 10

Wilson Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

537 Students

3
out of 10

Esy

Public

Grades 1-12

Rating Unavailable

Owatonna Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

999 Students

4
out of 10

Actions School

Public

Grades 7-12

10 Students

Rating Unavailable

Esy

Public

Grades 1-12

Rating Unavailable

Owatonna Senior High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,475 Students

7
out of 10

Actions School

Public

Grades 7-12

10 Students

Rating Unavailable

Esy

Public

Grades 1-12

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Rice Lake State Park

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