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Twin Cities metro town with Czech heritage
Settled by immigrants from Bohemia, New Prague, Minnesota, was named after the capital of the Czech Republic. The city honors its heritage through the annual Dozinky Festival and its preservation of properties like the Broz Hotel, a late 19th-century landmark crafted with Czechoslovakian designs. Straddling Scott and Le Sueur counties, this small town community on the far reaches of the Twin Cities metro equally embraces history and progressivism. “I think one of the most interesting things is it’s steeped in Czechoslovakian ancestry,” says City Council Member Maggie Bass. “If the kids go off to college, they generally find themselves back here in New Prague. It’s that kind of community where it’s family based, and the school system is good. There are so many parks in our city, and city council is all about keeping that small town feel while providing amenities, as well.”
New Prague is a quiet town that is home to about 8,200 residents.
New Prague's Main Street is the dividing line between Scott and Le Sueur counties.
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A mix of 20th century, new Traditionals and Craftsmen
With many built between the mid-20th century and today, the houses include ranch-style homes, Cape Cods, modern Traditionals and Craftsmen. Housing continues to expand, too, with one new development bringing another 150 homes in the city.
Most homes cost between $250,000 and $700,000, and the city’s median price of roughly $395,000 falls slightly below the national median. By contrast, the median prices in Saint Paul and Minneapolis are $325,000 and $331,000, respectively.
New Prague's newer developments feature mostly split level home designs.
Traditional two story homes can be found in established areas of New Prague.
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Coffee, comfort foods and watering holes on Main Street
Main Street anchors the historic downtown and acts as the dividing line between Scott and Le Sueur counties. Preserved buildings, many of which date back to the 19th century, house shops, bars and eateries. Walkers in this area will find merchandise like clothes, cigars, quilting material and flowers. Eateries range from cafes and bakeries — one of which makes Czech pastries — to restaurants serving Chinese takeout and American comfort food.
While the city has a few chain grocers, the community has pushed back against some big box brands. “Most constituents I talk to don’t want a big box here. But big box is not far away,” Bass says. “They want to keep that small town feel and keep dollars with local businesses.”
The Outlaw Saloon is a popular hangout in downtown New Prague.
HyVee is a major grocer in the New Prague area.
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Greenway Park’s relaxing getaway
New Park’s parks range from a small downtown plaza with tables and benches to a fenced and off-leash dog park. Featuring a tower built as a nod to Czech entrance gates, Greenway Park is one of the city’s destinations for relaxing walks and views. The park’s trails also add to the city's few miles of walking and biking paths. Other recreational attractions include a skate park, a public 18-hole golf course and an aquatic center with one of the largest pools in Minnesota.
New Prague Off Leash Dog Park dedicated areas for small and large dogs.
The New Prague Fitness and Aquatic Center features one of the largest indoor pools in MN.
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Celebrating Czech culture
The Broz Hotel — now an event venue — and the Church of St. Wenceslaus pay homage to the area’s historic Czech culture. The church, a Neoclassical and Romanesque institution, drew inspiration from another house of worship in Prague and shares its name with the country’s famous patron saint.
In September, massive crowds take over the downtown for the annual Dozinky Festival. The celebration features vendors, a classic car show, street dancing and a farm-themed parade.
Church of St. Wenceslaus was built in 1907 and has received several additions throughout the years.
Built in 1898 this former hotel is now an event center in downtown New Prague.
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New Prague Area Schools
The New Prague Area Schools district gets a B-plus grade from Niche. The ratings site further ranks the school system among the 70 best districts in the state. The district’s 95% graduation rate is above the national average and over 10 percentage points over Minnesota’s. The district oversees six campuses, three of which are elementary schools. Private options include the St. Wenceslaus Catholic School, which serves prekindergarten to eighth grade students.
St. Wenceslaus School serves kids in grades k through 8.
New Prague Senior High School is ranked #4 in Scott County by Niche.com.
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Economy with energy and marine retail players
New Prague has a growing business scene, with some firms recently buying lots in the industrial park for additional offices. Industries include energy, auto repair and marine retail. Companies present here include Chart Industries, which makes natural gas containers. While the Mayo Clinic Health System has an urgent care and allergy and asthma clinic here, those looking for hospital services must travel closer to the Twin Cities.
New Prague has steadily grown since the mid-20th century, and the latest U.S. Census estimate puts the city’s population at about 8,200.
The city offers quick access to Minnesota State Highway 13, which goes toward the Twin Cities and their southern suburbs. New Prague sits about 50 minutes from Minneapolis and Saint Paul. The Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is the region’s hub for commercial flights.
Great River Energy provides power for the New Prague area.
Brick's Boatworks offers boat and storage services for New Prague residents.
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Important to know
Newcomers to the region should anticipate frigid winters with abundant snowfall. National Weather Service data shows the area averages about 51 inches a year, putting it well above many parts of the country and even the Midwest.
The latest FBI stats show total crime has fluctuated between 2020 and 2023. However, recent numbers are well below those seen around the mid-2010s. New Prague’s crime rates are also well below those of Minnesota and Minneapolis.
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