Lakeland Homes for Sale 

Lakeland, Minnesota is a city in Washington County. It lies along the St. Croix River in the Lower St Croix Valley. Lakeland was platted in 1849 as the Village of Lakeland. In the 1850s commercial development began to take place. As the area grew, mills were established and when the railroad came through additional plots were entered in hopes of development, but many plots were never developed. In 1951 the Village of Lakeland was incorporated, and later became the city of Lakeland. The city has decided for controlled development in order to maintain the small village character of Lakeland. There is little industry, and Lakeland is becoming more and more suburban as many residents choose to commute to work in the larger cities. The estimated population is 1,850.

Lakeland Parks and Recreation manages three city parks. Humphries Park is a small park with a merry-go-round and swing-set for youngsters. Cully Park has a basketball court, soccer field, swings, and picnic tables. Crocker Park has playground equipment for children as well as a baseball field. All American Segway offers Segway guided tours of the area as well as having Segways you can rent. With Lakeland being located along the St. Croix River there are many water sports to take advantage of. Whether you take out your own boat or rent a pontoon, there are options for everyone. Lakefront Park is a popular waterside park with summer lifeguards that is run by the city. It also offers outdoor concerts. History lovers will enjoy the Octagon House Museum, a unique 19th century home that was built in 1854. Tours are given through the house that has Victorian-era furnishing and a museum gift shop. Tours of the scenic garden are also given. Shoppers will enjoy visiting the Lakeland Plaza shopping center. A branch library is also located at the center.

Lakeland real estate is a mix of old and new. You will find Victorian-style homes, traditional homes, ranch style homes, cottages and split-level homes. You’ll also find new contemporary homes. Some of the homes have water access or views of the water. Students in Lakeland are served by the Stillwater Area Public Schools and the Hudson School District. Even though it doesn’t offer a lot of industry, the many great outdoor experiences, the history, the beautiful surrounding landscape offers residents in this rural area a great option for local amenities as well as those offered in nearby cities. This then becomes a must-see destination for homebuyers searching in the Lower St Croix Valley area. If you would like more information on homes for sale in Lakeland, Minnesota, please contact us today and allow us to assist you.