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Year-round recreation on the lakes of Chisago City
Known as the “Gateway to the lakes,” Chisago City is a recreational haven about 45 minutes north of the Twin Cities. Home to more than 100 miles of shoreline across 10 lakes, the small city offers year-round recreation, a historic downtown district and a highly regarded school district. The community has grown significantly in the past three decades as land was annexed and the population increased from about 2,000 people in 1990 to roughly 5,000 in 2010. Tourists from Minneapolis and Saint Paul take day trips to the city during the summer for fishing, boating and swimming on Green Lake and Chisago Lake.
Chisago City blends farmland, forests, and lakes into a picturesque Minnesota town.
Ojiketa Regional Park has a series of hiking trails for Chisago City locals to explore.
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Water sports and winter activities in Chisago City
Fishers, boaters and water sports enthusiasts will find plenty to do on the city’s 10 lakes and more than 100 miles of shoreline. Cold temperatures don’t stop residents from bundling up to go ice fishing or snowmobiling. The Chisago Lakes Water Trail has 13 miles of recreational waterway routes for canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding and camping. Back on land, Moberg Park offers green space in the center of town with a small playground and pavilion. The ice rinks at Chuckie Lundquist Park are frequented by youth leagues, while Paradise Park offers 4 acres of fun with a public swimming beach, fishing docks and a sand volleyball court. The park is the go-to spot for sledding during the winter. In its past life, Ojiketa Regional Park was a summer camp for the St. Paul Council of Camp Fire Girls. Nowadays, the park offers 70 acres of natural trails, tent camping, cabins and a swimming beach.
Chuckie Lundquist Park near Chisago City has a hockey rink during the winter months.
Chisago City locals can drive their boats up to one of the many lakes in the area.
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Townhouses, single-family homes and waterfront estates
According to the city’s 2018 comprehensive plan, more than half of Chisago City’s housing stock was built between 1990 and 2010, the same period the city’s population more than doubled. There’s a variety of housing from subdivisions to townhouses and single-family homes in the countryside, but the most coveted properties line the nearby lakes. Fixer-uppers and smaller homes can range from $200,000 to $300,000, but most homes cost between $300,000 and $500,000. Larger lakefront properties, new builds and homes on multiple acres can range from $700,000 to nearly $2 million. Attached townhouses can cost between $250,000 to $400,000, while detached units can range from about $500,000 to $700,000.
Larger lakeside homes in Chisago City sometimes have personal docks for easy lake access.
Many newly built homes in the area sit along one of the lakes in the area.
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Career pathways at Chisago Lakes High School
Chisago Lakes Schools District serves the area and is graded B-plus by Niche. The district has an enrollment of about 3,300 students in pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade. Kids can attend Chisago Lakes Primary Elementary School, rated A-minus, followed by Lakeside Elementary, which gets a B-plus. Chisago Lakes Middle and Chisago Lakes High School both get a B. The high school offers seven career pathways for students to earn industry credentials and paid work experiences. In addition to traditional sports and extracurriculars, students can join the Chisago Lakes Fishing Team and competitively cast a line. Chisago Christian School is a private, Baptist pre-K-12 school in town that receives a B-minus from Niche.
Chisago Lakes Primary School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 13:1.
Lakeside Elementary teaches over 750 students annually.
Chisago Lakes Middle School teaches students from grades 6-8.
Chisago Lakes High School has a graduation rate of 95%.
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House-made libations and waterfront dining
Chisago City has no shortage of eats and drinks. Winehaven’s unique grape varieties are used to make house-made wines and slushies, while Uncommon Loon Brewing Company serves up craft beer alongside a lineup of live music, community events and food trucks. The Stone Inn has craft cocktails, burgers, broasted chicken and prime rib specials next door to the brewery. At Northern Lake Tavern and Grill, diners enjoy pub fare on a large wooden deck with views of Lake Martha. Brink’s Market has groceries, but Forest Lake has more shopping and dining about 10 miles away.
The Uncommon Loon Brewing Company in Chisago City is pet friendly.
Brink's Market in Chisago City sits off Lake Boulevard for a quick grocery trip.
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Within a 45-minute drive of the Twin Cities
Highway 8 runs through the center of town and connects to Interstate 35, a major thoroughfare. It’s the main route to the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul about 40 miles away. Although the Chisago/Isanti County Heartland Express has some fixed bus routes and curb-to-curb service, most residents drive and commute to the metro for work. Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is about 50 miles away.
The Minneapolis–St. Paul Airport is about an hour away from Chisago City.
Chisago City sits forty miles away from Minneapolis via Interstate 35.
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Family fun at Ki-Chi-Saga Days
Ki-Chi-Saga Days is the most anticipated event of the year. The annual celebration brings neighbors and visitors together for community-wide garage sales, a grand parade and fireworks, among other family-friendly activities. Residents can shop for fresh produce and local goods at the Chisago City Farmers Market every Friday from July through September at Moberg Park.
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On average, homes in Chisago City, MN sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Chisago City, MN over the last 12 months is $431,375, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Hard to find, one level town home living in a beautiful lakeside community. Association includes a community building, association, dock, boat slips (based on availability). Full recreational Big Green Lake is over 1,700 acres of fishing and boating fun. This is a desirable end-unit town home offering comfortable one-level living and an open, airy floor plan. Filled with natural light, the
Beautifully maintained split-level home set on a mature, scenic lot. This inviting property welcomes you with a spacious entry and walk-in closet, leading into an open-concept layout filled with natural light. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a center island, and a cozy breakfast area—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The primary bedroom offers a convenient
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Welcome to this beautifully maintained home built in 2021. Offering modern comforts with spacious and functional layouts. This property features a functional layout with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and an attached 2-car insulated garage. Generously sized entryway with a walk-in closet. The upper level is designed with an open-concept living space characterized by vaulted ceilings and large windows
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