Due North Homes Communities in Wisconsin

Osceola, WI

Osceola, located on the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway, was originally settled in 1844.  A collection of buildings dating from the 1880’s forms the core of downtown and contributes to Osceola’s small-town charm.

Located less than 40 miles northeast of the major metropolitan area of Minneapolis and St. Paul, the Village enjoys a perfect balance of recreation, tourism, business, and industry.  It is an attractive place for families to live, work and do business.

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Osceola School District

54020

Dresser, WI

Dresser is a residential community with an estimated 2010 population of 895. Residents of Dresser are never in want of outdoor recreation throughout the four seasons:  boating, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, hiking, and snowmobiling are popular pursuits, as well as the facilities at nearby Trollhaugen where you can find alpine and cross-country skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing.

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St. Croix Falls School District

54009

St Croix Falls, WI

St Croix Falls is known as the City of Trails with access to the Gandy Dancer Trail, the Ice Age Trail, Woolly Mountain Bike Trail and a number of hiking trails through local parks, Wisconsin Interstate Park and the St Croix National Scenic River Way.

The bluffs and dalles of the wild and scenic St. Croix River form the backdrop of the City of St. Croix Falls. Located just an hour northeast of Minneapolis/St. Paul, St. Croix Falls is an ideal place to live, work and play.

The City of St Croix Falls, Wisconsin, population 2,222, is a historic River Town located along the St Croix River at the junctions of US Hwy 8 with State Hwys 35 and 87 in western Wisconsin.  

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St. Croix Falls School District

54024

Somerset, WI

The Town of Somerset has many living amenities and stunning geographical features. This rural community is bordered by the St Croix River to the west and is just 20 minutes from St. Paul MN. The Apple River which passes through town historically supported the logging industry and mills, but now is a big part of local recreation.

Somerset offers a variety of housing options, and it is country living located in one of the fastest growing counties in Wisconsin. Rural apartments offer river access or farm field views. Lakeside, riverside, and prairie neighborhoods feature generous yards. Large farms with crops or cattle are as common as hobby farms with llamas and horses.

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Somerset School District

54025

East Farmington, WI

A tiny unincorporated community East Farmington offers 2 Bars, 1 convenience store and a pickup point for Western Wisconsin’s premier farm-to-table meat supplier, Peterson Craftsman Meats.  Enjoy rural life with a quick commute to Osceola, Somerset, or Stillwater for city amenities.

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Osceola 

54020

Hudson, WI

Fun is always brewing in this river town. You can stroll streets and relax on the St. Croix. No matter what activities you enjoy, you can always refuel at an amazing restaurant and rejuvenate at area hotels.

One of the nicest characteristics about Hudson is the friendliness of the businesses. Many of the shop owners have been known to point you in the direction of their favorite restaurant.  And restaurants abound!  If you enjoy eating out, this is the community for you.  From independent, chef-driven restaurants to all the famous chains, you will surely find satisfaction in Hudson’s eatery.

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Hudson School District

54016

New Richmond, WI

Beyond the bricks and mortar, streets and open spaces, the City of New Richmond is made up of inspiring natural areas, amazing schools, eclectic businesses, and community members who support the common good.  The City Beautiful isn’t just a “town-motto,” it serves as a phrase that inspires our local government to serve people with dignity and respect, to create a unique sense of place, and sets the bar of governmental action to the highest standards. We are the City Beautiful and will continue to strive to maintain this commitment in the years ahead. 

Small yet full of attractions all year round that bring people to New Richmond, it is a growing, busy communiy that is putting the work in to add so much quality to this city.

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New Richmond

54017

Hammond, WI

Hammond, Wisconsin is a community you will love to call home for your family and your business. Become part of a community with a big heart. Hammond offers you the opportunity to live close to the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area amenities but far from the headaches. It’s the best of both worlds. 

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St. Croix Central School District

54015

Cushing, WI

An Unincorporated community in Polk County, Wisconsin. Cushing is located on Wisconsin Highway 87 north of St. Croix Falls, in the towns of Laketown and Sterling.  Cushing is the place to be if you would like to live among wildlife.  Cushing offers a short drive to Interstate Park, Governor Knowles State Forest, and Crex Meadows Wildlife Area.

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Luck School District / St. Croix Falls School District

54006 / 54853

Grantsburg, WI

Grantsburg is known as the “Gateway to Crex Meadows”.  Crex Meadows is the largest wildlife area in Wisconsin.  Grantsburg is also an access point to the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway which provides over two hundred miles of pristine, picturesque river setting.  A wide variety of recreational activities can be enjoyed at both Crex Meadows and the St Croix River.  Grantsburg is also considered a Bird City in Wisconsin. In addition to the scenic beauty that encompasses our community, Grantsburg is the manufacturing center of Burnett County.  With easy access to Minneapolis/St Paul, small town charm, and a friendly relaxing atmosphere, Grantsburg is the place to be.

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Grantsburg School District

54840

Luck, WI

There are several legends concerning the naming of the Luck area. The most popular one being that if you were traveling by wagon on the Clam Falls Trail and you reached Butternut Lake by nightfall, you were considered to “be in luck!”  Danish immigrants organized the Town of Luck on Nov. 8th, 1869. The village of Luck was not incorporated until 1905. The railroad came to Luck in 1901.

The Town of Luck has recreation aplenty! With trails of all flavors, numerous lakes, rivers, creeks, forests, farms, businesses, and parks. The Town of Luck has a multitude of trails for all activities, including the Gandy dancer Trail, a former rail-line that is now crushed limestone and runs 98 miles, from St. Croix Falls to Superior.

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Luck School District

54853

Frederic, WI

If you are looking for value, Frederic’s cost of living is 16.5% lower than the U.S. average.  Frederic offers quaint shops, home cooked meals at local restaurants, and great schools.  The local Amish community, whose community members provide goods and services, adds a different dimension to Frederic’s small-town life that isn’t found everywhere. 

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Frederic School District

54837

Milltown, WI

Milltown is a village in Polk County, Wisconsin. The population was 917 at the 2010 census.

Primarily located in a rural agriculture area, but residents are blessed with several popular recreational lakes. Balsam, Half-Moon, and Antler lakes bring many people to the community to enjoy the wonderful lake living. The close proximity to the Twin Cities is rapidly turning the community into a commuter town. Yet the rural landscape is largely intact.

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Unity School District

54858

Balsam Lake, WI

Beautiful Balsam Lake, a progressive community where friendliness is only surpassed by the stunning scenery. The Village is nestled on the largest lake in the area (2,054 acres), which is teeming with fish to satisfy the most avid of anglers. The unique shoreline stretches 65 miles, and the lake is dotted with picturesque islands and bays. Fine dining and casual eateries abound and over 50 businesses provide a vast array of services. In fact, in addition to being a renowned tourist destination, a well-situated industrial/business park awaits further development and offers sites that are second to none, with existing infrastructure. Village government is business-friendly, and incentives are at the ready. With a population of just over 1,000, Balsam Lake is a comfortably sized community – with a pulse. As the county seat, the Village is the center of a hub of governmental activities with up-to-date facilities, while still retaining the cozy, small town atmosphere.

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Unity School District

54810

Centuria, WI

The village of Centuria is in Polk Country, Wisconsin, on Highway 35. Centuria is known for a low tax rate and low utility rate.

Centuria also offers many outdoor activities including snowmobiling on the Gandy Dancer, a ball field, parks, pavilions, horseshoe pits, basketball courts, boat landing and picnic area on Long Lake.

The Gandy Dancer Trail goes through town with ample parking for snowmobilers, and hiking and biking in summer. Park facilities and lake access offer other recreational opportunities. Enjoy the beautiful colors each fall by taking a stroll down the Gandy Dancer Trail.

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Unity School District

54824

Clear Lake, WI

In Clear Lake you can enjoy the best of everything from unlimited outdoor recreations activities to an indoor athletic club and fitness center. Clear Lake provides numerous recreational opportunities. The centerpiece of these opportunities is our 260-acre village park. The park includes two small lakes with an abundant supply of small pan fish and larger big game fish. The larger lake also has a boat launch. Our park amenities include picnicking, camping, hiking, and a swimming beach. Other amenities include three shelters for large gatherings, archery course, horseshoe course, playground, and a lighted softball field. Clear Lake is also home to a challenging nine-hole golf course with dining facilities. Clear Lake is also the trail head for a multi-use trail for the ATV/snowmobile riders. This trail can also be used by mountain bikes and motorcycles.

Clear Lake has a quality school system, fire department, ambulance service and police protection. It has an excellent water supply from underground wells, a modern up-to-date sewage treatment facility, and a new municipal building including a public library.

Clear Lake is a great place to visit, live or work.

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Clear Lake School District

54005

Clayton, WI

Located on Hwy 63 in the southeast corner of Polk County, the Village of Clayton, WI is home to 571 (2010 census) residents and hosts a variety of opportunities for all ages within its community.

The town has a total area of 33.8 square miles, 33.2 square miles of it is land and 0.6 square miles of it is water. 

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Clayton School District

54004

Amery, WI

Hailed as “the City of Lakes,” Amery has a total area of 3.61 square miles, 2.96 square miles is land and 0.65 square miles is water. In Amery you will find quaint downtown shops, a large lumberyard and hardware stores for helping you compete DIY projects, an acclaimed Farm-to-Table restaurant, and a brewery. 

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School District of Amery

54001

Deer Park, WI

Deer Park is a village in St. Croix County, Wisconsin. The population was 216 at the 2010 census. Located along Highway 46, sharing its main street with Highway 46. The village has a total area of 0.97 square miles, 0.93 square miles of land and 0.04 square miles of water.

Living in Deer Park offers residents a suburban rural mix feel, and most residents own their homes. The public schools in Deer Park are highly rated. 

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New Richmond School District

54007

Star Prairie, WI

Star Prairie is a village in St. Croix County in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. The village is located along the Apple River on the boundary between the Town of Star Prairie and the Town of Stanton. With a population of 641.  

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 2.16 square miles (5.59 km2), all of it land. The Apple River flows through the center of town, where it is joined by a small stream called Saratoga Spring.

Living in Star Prairie offers residents a suburban rural mix feel, and most residents own their homes.

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New Richmond School District

54026

Siren, WI

Siren is a village in Burnett Country in the U.S. State of Wisconsin. The population is 777. Living in Siren offers residents a sparse suburban feel.

With the seemingly endless schedule of events, festivals and sports tournaments, Siren gives the feeling of big-town excitement wrapped in a small-town package.

Long-time residents, many who left to see the world in their youth only to return to the beautiful, small-town community that is Siren, are now the shopkeepers and merchants who give this peaceful burgh its charm and welcoming atmosphere. They love their town and want to share its special qualities with tourists and visitors from near and far.

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Siren School District

5487

Turtle Lake, WI

Turtle Lake is home to approximately 1,150 Village residents. The Village resides in both Barron and Polk Counties; however, most of the Village lies in Barron County.  Many rural residents, extending 5 miles outside of the Village, have Turtle Lake as their mailing address and are part of the Turtle Lake school district despite living in one of the adjacent towns (Turtle Lake, Beaver, or Almena).

The Village offers several amenities to serve local residents including a school, post office, bank, two medical clinics, optometrist, dentist, chiropractor, beauty salons, barber shop, veterinarian clinic, insurance agency, accountant, pharmacy, hardware store, antique shop, Village Hall, and the public library: along with several other commercial businesses all within walking distance along our safe, quiet streets.

Two major highways, US Highway 8 and Highway 63, intersect in Turtle Lake and have spurred much commercial growth throughout the years. Residents and visitors can find many other services along the highways to meet just about any need. Car dealerships, auto repairs, auto service stations, grocery stores, restaurants, hotels, fine gift shops, antique shops, discount stores, real estate agency, phone company, a John Deere dealership, and various other commercial outfits.

Relaxation and entertainment are a highly valued commodity in today’s world and Turtle Lake is full of possibilities. If you are an outdoor recreation buff, you will not have to stray far. In this great outdoors, recreation is endless…from protected lands, open lakes and streams, thick woodlands, open fields, vast wetlands…we have It all!

If you like museums, galleries, and specialty shops, you won’t have to look far either. If you enjoy dining, theater, cinemas and live performances, the area is full of options. And if you’re looking for a night out to relax, socialize, or even test your luck, Turtle Lake is a place where you will find yourself in the midst of it all.

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Turtle Lake School District

54889

River Falls, WI

River Falls is the home of the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, which increases the vibrancy of the city immensely.

River Falls lies on the banks of the Kinnickinnic River, a class one trout stream. The South Fork of the Kinnickinnic River runs through the city, dividing the University of Wisconsin-River Falls campus into two sections.  The Kinne is well known as a destination for kayakers.  Several Golf courses are located near the city.  

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School District of River Falls

54022