Big Lake Real Estate

Big Lake Real Estate & Homes for Sale in Minnesota

Halfway between St. Cloud and Minneapolis, Minnesota sits this lovely small town. It is a place where a fast-paced lifestyle isn’t important, and the best forms of entertainment can be found outside. Nestled just south of Sherburne County National Wildlife Refuge and Sand Dunes State Forest, patches of forest, sand dunes, lakes and rivers and acres of wilderness offer both a tranquil retreat and a venue for fun. Big and Mitchell Lakes and the Mississippi and Elk Rivers provide stunning views while the central market place offers a diverse set of amenities. In the summer, swimming, hiking and horseback riding are the activities of choice. In the winter, residents turn to cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. With a population of 7,000 this small country town continues to grow as more homebuyers realize the high quality of life available to its residents. With the growth of this town, the town is currently working on a future light rail to make transportation that much more convenient. With Minneapolis located about 40 miles southeast, locals have the option of taking advantage of both worlds by living in Big Lake and commuting to the city. There is a growing industrial base to support those who prefer not to commute; Remmele Engineering and Sherburne Tele Systems, Inc. are two of the larger local employers. Public education is provided by Area School District 727, which operates three schools in Sherburne County area. Big Lake real estate options include single-family detached homes for sale, townhouses, estate properties, waterfront homes and land lots.