LIVING
Lakeville
Lakeville is a great place to work . Lakeville is a great place to live .
Once predominately farmland , Lakeville has been the fastest growing city in Minnesota for the past four consecutive years . With a flourishing business community and a growing population of over 60,000 , our residents and workforce alike love it here !
REASONS TO LIVE IN LAKEVILLE
Convenience . Lakeville ’ s location at I-35 is an easy commute to anywhere in the Twin Cities area , and beyond .
Education . Our award winning schools contribute to a high school graduation rate of 96 percent , earning us recognition as one of the most educated cities in Minnesota .
Housing . A stable and growing market compliments our city ’ s amenities and brands Lakeville a demand area for home buyers .
Jobs . With a prosperous business community and one of the largest industrial parks in the state , our businesses are in need of employees .
Atmosphere . Residents take pride and stewardship that can be appreciated at our parks , festivals and our youth sports teams ! For over 50 years Lakeville has celebrated its success with our annual week-long festival Panorama of Progress ( Pan-O-Prog ).
Preservation . Retail , restaurants , entertainment , service businesses and fun events dot the unique historic downtown that speaks to our past while providing amenities for a thriving present-day community .
Culture . Lakeville Area Arts Center , a city owned and operated facility , provides a variety of options for live music ,
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Generational . Community Education and Lakeville Area Active Adults provide educational opportunities for all ages .
Water . Lakeville makes waves in comparison to surrounding suburbs with five lakes for fishing , boating , swimming , beaches , and motorized water sports .
Safety . Our police and fire departments boast of low crime and fast response rates , helping to create the sense of security this community values .
Beauty . Strategic rural green space and community parks enhance the ascetics of the community .
Parks . Lakeville ’ s recreational amenities are second to none including 1,106 acres of parks , 492 acres of greenways and conservation areas , 105 miles of trails , 41 playgrounds , 22 picnic shelters and 10 miles of nature trails . If these reasons are not enough , ask your dog . Ritter Farm Park , a 340 acre wildlife refuge , now features a 13 acre dog park that may very well be the largest in the state !
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