Due North Homes Communities in Minnesota
Stillwater, MN
Stillwater is considered the Birthplace of Minnesota and voted one of America’s Most Picturesque Towns by USA Today Travel. Located on the MN/WI border, visit this river town’s historic downtown district year-round for an abundance of things to do. Stay overnight to experience a thriving foodie scene with 20+ patios or rooftops, 50+ boutiques from fashion to vintage upcycled home decor, wineries, breweries, art, paddlewheel river cruises, historic trolley tours, winter events and summer festivals. You will be inspired by the beauty of the St. Croix River Valley and preserved architecture of the historic mansions and Main Street. Stillwater, Minnesota has been voted as: Best American Towns for Fall Colors, Best U.S. Towns for Antiquing, Best Twin Cities Day Trips, Best Minnesota Weekend Getaway, Most Romantic Cities, Best Small-Town Food Scenes, and Best Place to Take Twin Cities Out of Town Guests!
School District:
Zip Code:
Stillwater Area Public School District
55082 / 55083
Lake Elmo, MN
Lake Elmo is a suburb of St. Paul with a population was 11,335 at the 2020 census. Lake Elmo is in Washington County, Minnesota. Much of the area within the city limits is still farmland, giving the city a rural appearance and feel.
Minnesota State Highway 36 runs east–west along Lake Elmo’s northern boundary line. Interstate 94 runs east–west along Lake Elmo’s southern boundary line. County State-Aid Highway 14 serves as the main east-west route, while County State-Aid Highway 17 serves as the main north-south route.
The city has a total of 24.36 square miles, 22.25 square miles is land, and 2.11 square miles is water.
School District:
Zip Code:
Stillwater Area Public School District
55042
Lake Elmo is a suburb of St. Paul with a population was 11,335 at the 2020 census. Lake Elmo is in Washington County, Minnesota. Much of the area within the city limits is still farmland, giving the city a rural appearance and feel.
Minnesota State Highway 36 runs east–west along Lake Elmo’s northern boundary line. Interstate 94 runs east–west along Lake Elmo’s southern boundary line. County State-Aid Highway 14 serves as the main east-west route, while County State-Aid Highway 17 serves as the main north-south route.
The city has a total of 24.36 square miles, 22.25 square miles is land, and 2.11 square miles is water.
School District:
Stillwater Area Public School District
Zip Code:
55042
Oak Park Heights, MN
Oak Park Heights is a suburb of St. Paul with a population of 4,914. Oak Park Heights is in Washington County, Minnesota. Living in Oak Park Heights offers residents an urban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Oak Park Heights there are a lot of restaurants and parks.
The city has a total area of 3.03 square miles, 2.98 square miles is land, and 0.05 square miles is water.
Oak Park Heights is located adjacent to the city of Stillwater. Minnesota State Highways 5, 36 and 95 are three of the main routes in the community.
School District:
Zip Code:
Stillwater Area Public School District
55082
Oak Park Heights is a suburb of St. Paul with a population of 4,914. Oak Park Heights is in Washington County, Minnesota. Living in Oak Park Heights offers residents an urban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Oak Park Heights there are a lot of restaurants and parks.
The city has a total area of 3.03 square miles, 2.98 square miles is land, and 0.05 square miles is water.
Oak Park Heights is located adjacent to the city of Stillwater. Minnesota State Highways 5, 36 and 95 are three of the main routes in the community.
School District:
Stillwater Area Public School District
Zip Code:
55082
Bayport, MN
Bayport is a suburb of St. Paul with a population of 3,758. Bayport is in Washington County, Minnesota and is one of the best places to live in Minnesota. Living in Bayport offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Bayport there are a lot of parks.
Bayport is located along the St. Croix River, one mile south of Stillwater, with a total area of 1.75 square miles.
Minnesota State Highway 95 serves as a main route in the community.
School District:
Zip Code:
Stillwater Area Public School District
55003
Bayport is a suburb of St. Paul with a population of 3,758. Bayport is in Washington County, Minnesota and is one of the best places to live in Minnesota. Living in Bayport offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Bayport there are a lot of parks.
Bayport is located along the St. Croix River, one mile south of Stillwater, with a total area of 1.75 square miles.
Minnesota State Highway 95 serves as a main route in the community.
School District:
Stillwater Area Public School District
Zip Code:
55003
Lakeland, MN
Lakeland is a town in Minnesota with a population of 1,723. Lakeland is in Washington County and is one of the best places to live in Minnesota. Living in Lakeland offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. In Lakeland there are a lot of parks.
The city has a total area of 2.93 square miles; 2.07 square miles is land, and 0.86 square miles is water.
Interstate 94 and Minnesota State Highway 95 are two of the main routes in the community. Lakeland is in the St. Croix River Valley. The city of Hudson, Wisconsin is nearby.
School District:
Zip Code:
Stillwater Area Public School District
55043
Lakeland is a town in Minnesota with a population of 1,723. Lakeland is in Washington County and is one of the best places to live in Minnesota. Living in Lakeland offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. In Lakeland there are a lot of parks.
The city has a total area of 2.93 square miles; 2.07 square miles is land, and 0.86 square miles is water.
Interstate 94 and Minnesota State Highway 95 are two of the main routes in the community. Lakeland is in the St. Croix River Valley. The city of Hudson, Wisconsin is nearby.
School District:
Stillwater Area Public School District
Zip Code:
55043
Grant, MN
Grant is a suburb of St. Paul with a population of 4,106. Grant is located in Washington County, Minnesota, and is one of the best places to live in Minnesota. Living in Grant offers residents a rural feel. In Grant there are lots of parks.
The city has a total area of 26.52 square miles; 25.10 square miles is land and 1.42 square miles is water. Minnesota State Highway 36 and 96 are two of the main routes in the community.
School District:
Mahtomedi Public School District / Stillwater Area Public School District
Zip Code:
55082 / 55110 / 55115
Grant is a suburb of St. Paul with a population of 4,106. Grant is located in Washington County, Minnesota, and is one of the best places to live in Minnesota. Living in Grant offers residents a rural feel. In Grant there are lots of parks.
The city has a total area of 26.52 square miles; 25.10 square miles is land and 1.42 square miles is water. Minnesota State Highway 36 and 96 are two of the main routes in the community.
School District:
Mahtomedi Public School District / Stillwater Area Public School District
Zip Code:
55082 / 55110 / 55115
Marine on Saint Croix, MN
Marine on St. Croix is a town in Minnesota with a population of 671. Marine on St. Croix is in Washington County, Minnesota and is one of the best places to live in Minnesota. Living in Marine on St. Croix offers residents a rural feel.
Minnesota State Highway 95 serves as a main route in the community. Marine on St. Croix has a total of 4.17 square miles; 3.88 square miles is land, and 0.29 square miles is water.
School District:
Stillwater Area Public School District / Forest Lake Public School District
Zip Code:
55047
Marine on St. Croix is a town in Minnesota with a population of 671. Marine on St. Croix is in Washington County, Minnesota and is one of the best places to live in Minnesota. Living in Marine on St. Croix offers residents a rural feel.
Minnesota State Highway 95 serves as a main route in the community. Marine on St. Croix has a total of 4.17 square miles; 3.88 square miles is land, and 0.29 square miles is water.
School District:
Stillwater Area Public School District / Forest Lake Public School District
Zip Code:
55047
Franconia, MN
Franconia is an unincorporated community in Franconia Township, Chisago County, Minnesota, United States. The community is located south of Taylors Falls near the junction of State Highway 95 (MN 95) and Franconia Trail. The St. Croix River is nearby. Lawrence Creek flows through the community. Nearby places include Shafer, Taylors Falls, Lindstrom, and Scandia.
Franconia is home to the Franconia Sculpture Park at the intersection of Highways 8 and 95. Osceola, Wisconsin is also nearby to the south-southeast.
School District:
Zip Code:
Chisago Lake School District
55074
Franconia is an unincorporated community in Franconia Township, Chisago County, Minnesota, United States. The community is located south of Taylors Falls near the junction of State Highway 95 (MN 95) and Franconia Trail. The St. Croix River is nearby. Lawrence Creek flows through the community. Nearby places include Shafer, Taylors Falls, Lindstrom, and Scandia.
Franconia is home to the Franconia Sculpture Park at the intersection of Highways 8 and 95. Osceola, Wisconsin is also nearby to the south-southeast.
School District:
Chisago Lake School District
Zip Code:
55074
Mahtomedi, MN
Mahtomedi is a suburb of St. Paul with a population of 8,232. Mahtomedi is in Washington County, Minnesota, and is one of the best places to live in Minnesota. Living in Mahtomedi offers residents a sparse suburban feel, with lots of parks.
Mahtomedi is a total area of 5.75 square miles; 3.49 square miles is land, and 2.27 square miles is water, part of which is White Bear Lake. Interstate 649 and Mahtomedi Avenue are two of the main routes in the community.
School District:
Zip Code:
Mahtomedi Public School District
55110 / 55115
Mahtomedi is a suburb of St. Paul with a population of 8,232. Mahtomedi is in Washington County, Minnesota, and is one of the best places to live in Minnesota. Living in Mahtomedi offers residents a sparse suburban feel, with lots of parks.
Mahtomedi is a total area of 5.75 square miles; 3.49 square miles is land, and 2.27 square miles is water, part of which is White Bear Lake. Interstate 649 and Mahtomedi Avenue are two of the main routes in the community.
School District:
Mahtomedi Public School District
Zip Code:
55110 / 55115
Willernie, MN
Willernie is a suburb of St. Paul with a population of 498. Located in Washington County, Minnesota. Living in Willernie offers residents a rural feel.
The city has a total area of 0.13 square miles; 0.12 square miles is land, and 0.01 square miles is water. County 12 serves as the main route.
School District:
Zip Code:
Mahtomedi Public School District
55090
Willernie is a suburb of St. Paul with a population of 498. Located in Washington County, Minnesota. Living in Willernie offers residents a rural feel.
The city has a total area of 0.13 square miles; 0.12 square miles is land, and 0.01 square miles is water. County 12 serves as the main route.
School District:
Mahtomedi Public School District
Zip Code:
55090
Scandia, MN
Scandia is a town in Minnesota with a population of 4,135, located in Washington County. Living in Scandia offers residents a rural feel. Scandia is 25 miles northeast of Saint Paul, Minnesota, and is part of the Twin Cities Metro Area.
The city has an area of 39.82 square miles; 34.80 square miles is land, and 5.02 square miles is water. Scandia is halfway between Stillwater and Taylors Falls along the St. Croix River. It is close to William O’Brien State Park. State Highways 95 and 97 are two of the main routes in the community.
School District:
Zip Code:
Forest Lake Public School District
55073
Scandia is a town in Minnesota with a population of 4,135, located in Washington County. Living in Scandia offers residents a rural feel. Scandia is 25 miles northeast of Saint Paul, Minnesota, and is part of the Twin Cities Metro Area.
The city has an area of 39.82 square miles; 34.80 square miles is land, and 5.02 square miles is water. Scandia is halfway between Stillwater and Taylors Falls along the St. Croix River. It is close to William O’Brien State Park. State Highways 95 and 97 are two of the main routes in the community.
School District:
Forest Lake Public School District
Zip Code:
55073
Forest Lake, MN
Forest Lake is a rapidly growing, attractive suburban community located in the northwestern corner of Washington County. The city is conveniently located off Highways 35E and 35W and is part of the Twin Cities metropolitan area. In addition to the beauty of our lakes, residents are fond of agricultural pursuits, the small-town feel, and family-friendly amenities.
The City has a variety of facilities for youth and adult activities including a new sports center for hockey and skating, ball fields and 3 golf courses. The city hosts many parks with various amenities including a swimming beach, playgrounds, picnic facilities, hiking and biking trails, horseback riding facilities and snowmobile trails.
The City is home to the Forest Lake Area School District 831 which provides excellent teachers, challenging curriculum, technology, high standards and a safe learning environment. Forest Lake also offers several other private and public-school options including the Lakes International Language Academy.
Forest Lake’s greatest asset, however, is the people who live and work here. Hundreds of residents’ volunteer in City-sponsored programs and on various advisory boards; many more take an active role in community life by donating their time through City projects, local churches, schools, civic and youth groups, and other organizations.
School District:
Zip Code:
Forest Lake Public School District
55025
Forest Lake is a rapidly growing, attractive suburban community located in the northwestern corner of Washington County. The city is conveniently located off Highways 35E and 35W and is part of the Twin Cities metropolitan area. In addition to the beauty of our lakes, residents are fond of agricultural pursuits, the small-town feel, and family-friendly amenities.
The City has a variety of facilities for youth and adult activities including a new sports center for hockey and skating, ball fields and 3 golf courses. The city hosts many parks with various amenities including a swimming beach, playgrounds, picnic facilities, hiking and biking trails, horseback riding facilities and snowmobile trails.
The City is home to the Forest Lake Area School District 831 which provides excellent teachers, challenging curriculum, technology, high standards and a safe learning environment. Forest Lake also offers several other private and public-school options including the Lakes International Language Academy.
Forest Lake’s greatest asset, however, is the people who live and work here. Hundreds of residents’ volunteer in City-sponsored programs and on various advisory boards; many more take an active role in community life by donating their time through City projects, local churches, schools, civic and youth groups, and other organizations.
School District:
Forest Lake Public School District
Zip Code:
55025
Shafer, MN
Shafer was founded in the 1850s and named after an early settler, Jacob Shafer. Hay, ginseng, and potatoes were some of the early crops produced. The railroad running from Taylors Falls to the Twin Cities made Shafer a thriving town during the turn of the century. Car dealerships, a creamery, a feed mill, a general store, taverns and cafes made up early Shafer.
Shafer’s population has tripled in the last 10 years to 1047. Chisago County continues to be one of the fastest growing counties in the state of Minnesota.
School District:
Zip Code:
Chisago Lakes School District
55074
Shafer was founded in the 1850s and named after an early settler, Jacob Shafer. Hay, ginseng, and potatoes were some of the early crops produced. The railroad running from Taylors Falls to the Twin Cities made Shafer a thriving town during the turn of the century. Car dealerships, a creamery, a feed mill, a general store, taverns and cafes made up early Shafer.
Shafer’s population has tripled in the last 10 years to 1047. Chisago County continues to be one of the fastest growing counties in the state of Minnesota.
School District:
Chisago Lakes School District
Zip Code:
55074
Lindstrom, MN
“America’s Little Sweden”
Lindstrom is in Chisago County, Minnesota, U.S., approximately 35 miles northeast of the Twin Cities, 10 miles from the Wisconsin state line, and less then 2 hours from cities including Duluth and St. Cloud. U.S. Highway 8 serves as a main route for the community.
When looking at the town from above, it looks like it could be an island due to the surrounding lakes (including South Center Lake, North Center Lake, South Lindstrom Lake, North Lindstrom Lake, and many other smaller lakes). With so many lakes, Lindstrom is a destination for fishers from all over the world.
School District:
Zip Code:
Chisago Lakes School District
55045
“America’s Little Sweden”
Lindstrom is in Chisago County, Minnesota, U.S., approximately 35 miles northeast of the Twin Cities, 10 miles from the Wisconsin state line, and less then 2 hours from cities including Duluth and St. Cloud. U.S. Highway 8 serves as a main route for the community.
When looking at the town from above, it looks like it could be an island due to the surrounding lakes (including South Center Lake, North Center Lake, South Lindstrom Lake, North Lindstrom Lake, and many other smaller lakes). With so many lakes, Lindstrom is a destination for fishers from all over the world.
School District:
Chisago Lakes School District
Zip Code:
55045
Center City, MN
Center City is a town in Minnesota with a population of 592. Center City is in Chisago County. Living in Center City offers residents a sparse suburban feel.
Center City is the county seat of Chisago County, Minnesota. U.S. Highway 8 serves as a main route for the community. The city has a total area of 0.61 square miles; 0.59 square miles is land, and 0.02 square miles is water.
School District:
Zip Code:
Chisago Lakes School District
55012
Center City is a town in Minnesota with a population of 592. Center City is in Chisago County. Living in Center City offers residents a sparse suburban feel.
Center City is the county seat of Chisago County, Minnesota. U.S. Highway 8 serves as a main route for the community. The city has a total area of 0.61 square miles; 0.59 square miles is land, and 0.02 square miles is water.
School District:
Chisago Lakes School District
Zip Code:
55012
Chisago City, MN
Chisago City is approximately fourteen square miles, has an estimated population of 5,000 and is in Chisago County. They are very proud of their strong Swedish heritage here with their sister city in Aulgutsboda, Sweden. They continue to maintain their small-town charm while being very close to all the amenities of the Twin Cities. Chisago City is a unique, historic community. They received their name from Indians who settled there long ago. The name Chisago comes from the Chippewa (Ojibway) Indian name referring to Chisago Lake (Kichi-saga sagiagan). Kichi means large, saga means fair or lovely. Living in Chisago City offers residents a dense suburban feel.
School District:
Zip Code:
Chisago Lakes School District
55013
Chisago City is approximately fourteen square miles, has an estimated population of 5,000 and is in Chisago County. They are very proud of their strong Swedish heritage here with their sister city in Aulgutsboda, Sweden. They continue to maintain their small-town charm while being very close to all the amenities of the Twin Cities. Chisago City is a unique, historic community. They received their name from Indians who settled there long ago. The name Chisago comes from the Chippewa (Ojibway) Indian name referring to Chisago Lake (Kichi-saga sagiagan). Kichi means large, saga means fair or lovely. Living in Chisago City offers residents a dense suburban feel.
School District:
Chisago Lakes School District
Zip Code:
55013
Almelund, MN
Almelund is an unincorporated community in Amador Township, Chisago County, Minnesota, U.S.
The community is located east of North Branch at the junction of Minnesota State Highway 95 and Chisago County Road 12 (Park Trial). Nearby places include North Branch, Center City, Sunrise, and Taylors Falls.
Almelund is located 51 miles North-Northeast of Minneapolis.
School District:
Zip code:
Chisago Lakes School District
5500
Almelund is an unincorporated community in Amador Township, Chisago County, Minnesota, U.S.
The community is located east of North Branch at the junction of Minnesota State Highway 95 and Chisago County Road 12 (Park Trial). Nearby places include North Branch, Center City, Sunrise, and Taylors Falls.
Almelund is located 51 miles North-Northeast of Minneapolis.
School District:
Chisago Lakes School District
Zip code:
5500
Columbus, MN
Columbus is a city in Anoka County, Minnesota. The population was 3,914 at the 2010 census.
The city has an area of 47.74 square miles; 44.92 square miles is land, and 2.84 square miles is water.
Anoka County Roads 18, 19, 23, 54, and 62 are the main routes in the community. Interstate 35 splits into Interstates 35E and 35W within the southeast corner of Columbus. The junction is commonly known as the Forest Lake Split, after the city to the immediate east. Rice Creek flows through Columbus. Carlos Avery Wildlife Area is in the north-central and west-central parts of the city.
School District:
Zip Code:
Forest Lake Public School District 55014 / 55025 / 55092 / 55304
Columbus is a city in Anoka County, Minnesota. The population was 3,914 at the 2010 census.
The city has an area of 47.74 square miles; 44.92 square miles is land, and 2.84 square miles is water.
Anoka County Roads 18, 19, 23, 54, and 62 are the main routes in the community. Interstate 35 splits into Interstates 35E and 35W within the southeast corner of Columbus. The junction is commonly known as the Forest Lake Split, after the city to the immediate east. Rice Creek flows through Columbus. Carlos Avery Wildlife Area is in the north-central and west-central parts of the city.
School District:
Forest Lake Public School District
Zip Code:
55014 / 55025 / 55092 / 55304
Wyoming, MN
Wyoming is a town in Chisago County, Minnesota with a population of 7,976. Living in Wyoming offers residents a sparse suburban feel. The city has a total area of 21.29 square miles; 20.26 square miles is land, and 1.03 square miles is water. Wyoming is located along the South Branch of the Sunrise River. Interstate 35 serves as a main route for the community.
School District:
Zip Code:
Forest Lake Public School District
55092
Wyoming is a town in Chisago County, Minnesota with a population of 7,976. Living in Wyoming offers residents a sparse suburban feel. The city has a total area of 21.29 square miles; 20.26 square miles is land, and 1.03 square miles is water. Wyoming is located along the South Branch of the Sunrise River. Interstate 35 serves as a main route for the community.
School District:
Forest Lake Public School District
Zip Code:
55092
Stacy, MN
The City of Stacy in Chisago County offers small-town living as well as bustling commerce and a rich history. The population for Stacy (per the 2020 census) is 1,703. The city derives its name from Dr. Stacy B. Collin, one of the area’s earliest settlers who lived here in 1875. Established as a city 100 years later, Stacy continues growing.
Stacy has a total area of 3.58 square miles; 3.51 square miles is land, and 0.07 square miles is water. Interstate 35 serves as a main route for the community.
School District:
Zip Code:
Forest Lake Public School District
55078 / 55079
The City of Stacy in Chisago County offers small-town living as well as bustling commerce and a rich history. The population for Stacy (per the 2020 census) is 1,703. The city derives its name from Dr. Stacy B. Collin, one of the area’s earliest settlers who lived here in 1875. Established as a city 100 years later, Stacy continues growing.
Stacy has a total area of 3.58 square miles; 3.51 square miles is land, and 0.07 square miles is water. Interstate 35 serves as a main route for the community.
School District:
Forest Lake Public School District
Zip Code:
55078 / 55079
