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The local real estate market is strong and for good reason. Mendota Heights is a highly sought after residential community for both its proximity to the Twin Cities and its reputation for providing its residents with a high quality of life. Mendota Heights is a very clean community. The term “pride of ownership” is a popular phrase amongst locals, a phrase homeowners take very seriously. In Mendota Heights, neighborhood clean-ups are commonplace and occasionally, city-wide clean-ups occur which leaves the city looking beautiful.

Another thing that attracts homebuyers to this city is how the city is laid out. The topography led to the creation of a curvilinear local street system, which allowed for intimate residential neighborhoods to be nestled amongst mature wooded forests, lakes, wetlands, nature preserves and the Mississippi and Minnesota River bluffs. Many homes feature stunning views. Additionally, most homes are built on multi-acre lots which allow for spacious homes, backyards and front yards.

Currently, there are approximately 4,500 jobs in Mendota Heights with that figure expected to grow to around 6,000 very shortly. The city is continuously welcoming in new businesses to the community. Of the city’s 10-square miles, nearly 25 percent of that land is or has been set aside for business development. Minnesota has always been considered a progressive state and it’s merited these remarks from locals and visitors alike because of its forward-thinking city initiatives. The beautification and public works projects in Mendota Heights make this city a microcosm of the state as a whole, which is just one of the hundreds of reasons why so many yearn to call this city their home.

For fun and excitement, the region’s spotlight is on the downtown centers in both Minneapolis and St. Paul. Recognized as the most populous urban area in the state, the Twin Cities is made up of 188 cities and townships. St. Paul is the state capital while the entire Metro Area is considered the capital for the arts in the entire Upper Midwest. Minnesota musicians from all genres have gained worldwide presence, making the local music scenes in most cities, including Mendota Heights, very popular. Artists such as Prince, Bob Dylan and Morris Day, and rock bands such as Soul Asylum and the Replacements all have origins to the Twin Cities. The Metro Area is also a great place to view a sporting event, see a Broadway show, visit a museum or tour historical landmarks.

Minneapolis is home to the NFL’s Minnesota Vikings, as well as baseball’s Minnesota Twins and basketball’s Minnesota Timberwolves. Additional professional sports teams include the NHL’s Minnesota Wild, soccer’s Minnesota Thunder and the WNBA’s Minnesota Lynx. A diverse mix of collegiate universities, colleges and other academic institutions also lend to the both the sporting and cultural arts communities, making the entire region very Renaissance. The University of Minnesota is the largest school in the area with a student population of over 36,000. Other schools include St. Paul Technical College, University of St. Thomas, College of Saint Catherine, Hamline University and Metropolitan State University.

For resident of Mendota Heights, these schools and their respective campuses provide everything from cultural attractions to elite-level athletic competitions. They truly serve their neighboring communities and afford residents easy access to pursue a quality education beyond high school, literally in their own backyard. For Mendota Heights residents there are three public schools within city limits with several others close by. The Brown Institute is a post high school institution with an enrollment of nearly 2,200 students. Friendly Hills Middle School has an active enrollment of over 700 while Mendota Elementary has approximately 350 students in grades KG-4.

All in all, Mendota Heights is an average-sized city that packs a larger than average punch. From thrilling outdoor adventures to memorable indoor entertainment experiences, this suburban community is a great place to live, work and play. So, whether you are moving to this part of the state for employment, retirement, or are seeking urban amenities in a relaxed, family-friendly setting, Mendota Heights is the perfect place for you to call home.