If you and your sweetheart are looking to settle down near Minneapolis, finding the perfect suburb or town to live in can be overwhelming. That’s why we created this list using data from the U.S. Census and other sources. Let’s take a look at the 10 that made the cut.

1. Victoria

Key Stats:

• High school graduation rate: 97 percent
• PlayScore rating: 75 out of 100
• Total crimes per 100k: 741

Victoria kicks off our list of the best places to live near Minneapolis for young couples with plenty of housing options for home buyers, from chic modern townhouses to farmhouse style homes with room to grow. Embrace the Minnesota winter at Victoria’s ice arena, or enjoy a sunny summer day of fishing and swimming at Lake Auburn. Downtown Victoria has a number of local eateries, and community events like free movies in the park make a great date night.

2. Lakeville

Key Stats:

• Total crimes per 100k: 1,279
• Residents married: 64 percent

Young couples in Lakeville have plenty of homes to choose from, including modern townhouses and quaint historic cottages. As the name suggests, there are also plenty of opportunities for waterfront recreation. Walk the trails at Casperson Park before cooling off at scenic Lake Marion, or enjoy a tranquil walk along the lake at Ritter Farm Park, which also offers space for skiing, snowmobiling, and archery. The Lakeville Area Arts Center offers classes and events for residents of all ages.

3. Rogers

Key Stats:

• Residents under age 5: 9.3 percent
• Residents married: 66.5 percent

Young couples searching for a peaceful suburban vibe will love the Minneapolis suburb of Rogers. Spacious townhouses, ranch, and farmhouse-style homes give home buyers plenty of room to grow. Lively city events like Rockin’ Rogers Days are a great way to meet new neighbors while enjoying live music. Residents can also grab fresh local produce at the Rogers Farmers Market or take a stroll through the scenic riverfront Crow-Hassan Park Reserve.

4. Prior Lake

Key Stats:

• Median household income: $93,897
• PlayScore rating: 74 out of 100

Young couples looking for a home in Prior Lake have their pick of chic modern condos or ranch-style homes with plenty of room to grow. Waterfront activities on Upper and Lower Prior Lake are the perfect way to cool off on a warm summer day. A number of local dining options, from casual café fare to upscale steak and seafood restaurants, provide plenty of date night options for local foodies.

5. Eden Prairie

Key Stats:

• Median household income: $95,069
• Total crimes per 100k: 1,488

Eden Prairie earns the fifth place spot on our list of the best places to live near Minneapolis for young couples, and with a low number of total crimes per 100,000 people, it’s also one of the safest. Affordable condos, townhouses, and cottage style homes are great picks for young couples. Active young couples will love hiking through Staring Lake Park and enjoying waterfront activities. Residents also enjoy convenient shopping from big-name retailers and a number of dining options at Eden Prairie Center.

6. Chanhassen

Key Stats:

• Total crimes per 100k: 957
• Median household income: $105,563
• Residents married: 67.2 percent

Active and nature loving young couples will love the sixth suburb on our list, Chanhassen, which has housing options ranging from modern townhouses to charming historic homes in a variety of architectural styles. Enjoy swimming or sunbathing at the pristine Lake Ann Beach, or embrace the Minnesota winter at one of several Chanhassen ice skating rinks. Young couples can also stock up on fresh local produce at the weekly Saturday Farmer’s Market.

7. Maple Grove

Key Stats:

• High school graduation rate: 96 percent
• Residents married: 63.9 percent
• Movoto Agent Pick

Maple Grove came in seventh on our list with a nod from local Movoto real estate agent Kurt Evans. Evans recommends Maple Grove to young couples for the “great schools, restaurants, parks, and walkability.” Spacious townhouses and attractive contemporary and craftsman style homes are common in Maple Grove. Active young couples will love fishing, swimming, and hiking through a forested park at the Fish Lake Regional Park or camping at the 4,9000 acre Elm Creek Park Reserve. Residents also enjoy convenient shopping from big-name retailers at The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes.

8. Shakopee

Key Stats:

• Residents under age 5: 9.2 percent
• PlayScore rating: 73 out of 100

Shakopee makes our list at number eight, with several great options for young couples looking for a new home, from ranch-style houses with room to grow, to modest, attractive townhomes. Enjoy a hike along the Minnesota River or plan a date night at one of Shakopee’s numerous casual or upscale restaurants. Get to know your neighbors at annual community events like the Night to Unite.

9. Delano

Key Stats:

• Total crimes per 100k: 1,694
• PlayScore rating: 74 out of 100

Located about 30 minutes west of the Twin Cities is the peaceful small town of Delano. Young couples who want a close-knit community and plenty of room to grow in spacious ranch, craftsman and farmhouse style homes will have no trouble calling this Minneapolis suburb home. Enjoy swimming, mountain biking, hiking, and more at the scenic Lake Rebecca Park Reserve. Get to know the community while enjoying fresh local food, art from regional vendors, and live local music at the Delano Community Market.

10. Ramsey

Key Stats:

• Residents married: 61.6 percent
• Residents under age 5: 6.9 percent

Ramsey rounds out our list of the best places to live near Minneapolis for young couples with plenty of great housing options, from modern townhomes to spacious ranch style homes with room to grow. Hike along the Mississippi River or enjoy a picnic together at well-maintained city parks like River Bend or Central Park. A number of casual local restaurants provide the perfect spots for laid-back date nights.

Our Methodology

To create our list of the best places near to live near Minneapolis for young couples, we took a look at the following important criteria, using data from the U.S. Census and AreaVibes:

• Percentage of residents under age 5
• Percentage of residents age 22-34
• Percentage of residents married
• Median household income
• Median home value
• Total crimes per 100k
• PlayScore rating
• High school graduation rate

Then, we ranked each Minneapolis suburb in the above categories and averaged the scores into one overall score. The suburbs with the lowest overall scores made up our 10 best Minneapolis suburbs for young couples. Want to see how the other suburbs ranked? Check out the table below. Like This Post? You’ll Definitely Love These:

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