Since 2000, Otsego, Minnesota’s population has quadrupled, and the city continues to attract more people each year. Niche ranks it an A-minus as a whole and the third-best place to live in Wright County. While the community’s proximity to the Twin Cities and St. Cloud draws many new families, Otsego “offers that full life cycle,” says Mayor Jessica Stockamp. “We have amazing schools, and most families who run the local farms have been here for generations. We also have Guiding Angels, which are independent senior apartments. This is definitely a place where people tend to stay.”
Otsego experiences continued residential growth with new construction and developments.
Otsego residents have convenient access to surrounding communities and the greater Twin Cities metropolitan area.
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Rapid growth is bringing new construction
A two-bedroom townhouse or ranch-style home can cost around $200,000. On the other hand, Otsego’s rapid growth means there are lots of newly constructed single-family homes, which range anywhere from $400,000 to $900,000. Niche calculates the median house value at $307,200. Open spacious lawns and two to three-car garages come standard with most homes. Houses are situated on looping streets and cul-de-sacs, which are easily navigated by a network of sidewalks and walking trails. While the architecture may seem typically suburban at first glance, houses often incorporate bungalow or arts-and-crafts elements. This may come in the form of large gables, bay windows, or stone elements mixed in with wood siding.
Classic ranch-style homes are common in the core residential area of Otsego.
Newly-constructed homes with three-car garages and beautiful landscaping can be found around Otsego.
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Three school districts serve Otsego
Otsego is split among the Elk River, Monticello and St. Michael/Albertville school districts. Kids can start at Prairie View Elementary School for kindergarten through fifth grade, then move on to Prairie View Middle for Grades 6 through 8, and finally to Rogers Senior High for Grades 9 through 12. The entire pipeline is graded highly by Niche: Both elementary schools score an A-minus, while the middle and high schools score a B-plus. A more specialized alternative is Kaleidoscope Charter School, a huge draw to the area. Its students attend from kindergarten all the way through 12th grade, and the student to teacher ratio is 12:1. The goal of this design is to tailor lessons to each child and build lifelong camaraderie among staff, parents, and students.
Prairie Middle School ranks sixth-best public middle school in Wright County.
Rogers Senior High School ranks above average in its academics, enrolling nearly 1,800 students.
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Shopping along Parish Avenue
Parish Avenue is where Otsego’s commercial district lives. For household shopping, locals have their pick of Coborn’s Grocery, Target or the recently opened Aldi. When you’re eating out, Rockwoods Restaurant is a favorite for classic American fare. If you want something more upscale, try Pour Wine Bar and Bistro. Eclectic diners enjoy the lively atmosphere and unexpected food fusions of Boondox Bar and Grille. And for those who prefer big city nightlife, Downtown Minneapolis is only a 30-minute drive away.
Coborn's Grocery in Otsego carries a variety of fresh produce, baked goods, and deli items.
Boondox Bar & Grill in Otsego serves classic American bar fare with a hometown atmosphere.
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Parks and canoeing along the Mississippi
The Midwest is known for wide open spaces, and Otsego’s parks are no exception. Wright County-Otsego Regional Park, in addition to fields and picnic areas, allows canoeing along the Mississippi River. In the middle of town is Prairie Park, which has playgrounds, a skate park, an archery range and more. Even the comparatively small Beaudry Meadows Park features multiple ball courts and winding trails. Stockamp says, “Our trail system is vast, so you don’t have to drive everywhere. You can always find a bunch of people walking or biking.”
Otsego Regional Park offers sweeping views of the Mississippi River.
Prairie Park lies in the heart of Otsego and features a fun playground, play courts, and splash pad.
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Lion's Club events and more
Otsego residents organize many community events. The city’s chapter of the International Lion’s Club is extremely active, with locals engaging in volunteer efforts for their own community and beyond. Prairie Park and its connected activity center regularly host camps and clubs for all ages, from tumbling for toddlers to line dancing for seniors. Some seasonal festivals include summer farmer’s markets and the Otsego Prairie Car Show in the fall. “It’s not the type of place where people just come home and shut their garages,” Stockamp says. “We take pride in the fact that we’re very connected.”
During the summer season, Coborn's in Otsego hosts a weekly farmers market.
Prairie Park in Otsego is home to the annual Otsego Prairie Car Show.
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