Southern Suburbs

SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION


Apple Valley

Comprised of over 790 acres of parkland and trails, and home to an aquatic center, municipal golf course, and 2,700 creatures at the Minnesota Zoo, Apple Valley is a city filled with interesting things to do and see. Just 20 minutes south of Minneapolis and 15 minutes from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, the city’s growing downtown has been designed as a diverse commercial and industrial district. Along with expansions in restaurants and strip malls, Apple Valley has seen a population boom, a testament of quality neighborhoods and growing housing developments in the area.

Cobblestone Lake
Tradition Development 612-229-5293
Centex Homes 952-322-4762
Homes by Tradition 952-252-0616
Manley Bros. Construction, Inc. 952-997-6100
Meadowcroft Homes 952-892-6465
Ryland Homes 952-229-6000
Severson Homes, Inc. 952-898-1000
Signature Homes, a Charles Cudd Co. 612-889-6980

Valley Point
Manley Bros. Construction, Inc. 952-997-6100

Bloomington

As Minnesota’s fourth-largest city, Bloomington is hospitable to visitors and residents alike. Located at the crossroads of I-494 and I-35W, it’s close to Minneapolis and adjacent to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. Besides the well-known Mall of America, Bloomington boasts more than 100 parks and is home to the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge.

Reflections at Bloomington Central Station
McGough Development 952-883-0123

The Bluffs on Sans Pierre
Wooddale Builders 952-345-6801

Belle Plaine

Nestled in the beautiful Minnesota River valley, Belle Plaine is located midway between Mankato and the Twin Cities. Residents take great pride in their town, which serves as the southwest gateway to the seven-county metropolitan area. Belle Plaine is a place where nature, agriculture and industry unite. The city has preserved the essence of its past while moving progressively forward with an excellent school system, numerous recreational opportunities, strong community leadership and a growing economic base.

Provence on the River
Quest Development 763-595-9511
GBI Homes, Inc. 952-953-4000
Merlyn Olson Homes, Inc. 952-226-6022
Robert McNearney Custom Homes 952-953-4000
Rongitsch Homes 952-898-9537
Ryan Real Estate Co. 952-953-4000
Severson Homes Inc. 952-898-1000
Tom Schultz Construction Inc. 612-282-8559

Robert Creek Preserve
Wissota Land Co., LLC 612-940-2224

Burnsville

Burnsville has developed a strong, balanced economic climate while maintaining an exceptional commitment to protecting natural resources. Award-winning schools, friendly residential neighborhoods, and life-cycle housing options provide opportunities for all age groups to feel at home here. Burnsville boasts a mall, over 2,200 businesses, more than 3,300 acres of parks and wildlife refuge lands, and a variety of recreational opportunities, including downhill skiing and snow tubing at Buck Hill.

Chateau Highlands
Metro Development Corp. 952-929-9216
Koestering-Schumacher Homes 952-461-5700
Pietsch Builders 952-223-1030
Ratzlaff Homes 952-985-5959
Severson Homes, Inc. 952-898-1000

Credit River Township

Found in eastern Scott County, this small community balances a quiet rural life with easy access to the Twin Cities. Credit River Township is home to Murphy-Hanrahan Park Reserve and Cleary Lake Regional Park, both part of the Three Rivers Park District. This welcoming township is close to quality schools, shopping, entertainment and natural amenities such as meadows, rivers, ponds, and woods.

Credit River Territory
Laurent Development, LLC 952-447-1915
A. Maas Construction, Inc. 952-892-5469
Laurent Builders, Inc. 952-445-6745
Lecy Bros. Homes 952-944-9499
Lennar 952-469-9745
Stephen Longman Builders, Inc. 952-943-8226
Wooddale Builders, Inc. 612-363-2000

CressView Estates
JB Woodfitter 952-447-0850
John Kraemer & Sons 952-935-9100

Grey Fox Estates
A. Maas Construction, Inc. 952-892-5469
Koestering Homes, LLC 952-461-5700
McWilliams & Associates 952-898-4663
Meadowbrook Builders, Inc. 952-250-8869
Metro Prairie Homes 952-934-0662
Signature Homes, a Charles Cudd Co. 612-359-1716

Harvest Hills
JB Woodfitter 952-447-0850

South Passage
A. Maas Construction, Inc. 952-892-5469
Wooddale Builders, Inc. 612-363-2000

Stonebridge Estates
Wissota Land Co., LLC 612-940-2224
Wooddale Builders, Inc. 612-363-2000

Elko New Market

Elko New Market is a charming town located south of Lakeville in Scott County, the fastest-growing county in Minnesota. The city maintains a rural flavor while being a short drive from the Twin Cities on I-35.

Rowena Ponds
JB Woodfitter 952-447-0850

Whispering Hills
McDevitt Homes, Inc. 952-890-8722
Severson Homes, Inc. 612-290-6129


Farmington

A town before Minnesota was a state, this “Village of Farms” on the south edge of the metro has a new, redeveloped downtown. Farmington is focused on learning, with some of the top educational programs around. As one of the fastest-growing communities in the metro area, residents are proud of their small town roots, agricultural heritage, and open spaces.

Meadow Creek
Manley Bros. Construction, Inc. 952-997-6100
Robert McNeamy Custom Homes 952-953-4000

Mystic Meadows
Ratzlaff Homes 952-985-5959
Ryland Homes 651-460-8090

Parkview Ponds
College City Homes, Inc. 952-469-6900
GBI Homes, Inc. 952-953-4000
Manley Bros. Construction, Inc. 952-210-2318

Riverbend
Mattamy Homes 952-898-2100

Jordan

Jordan is situated among the wooded bluffs and rolling hills of western Scott County, a “small country town” minutes from the Twin Cities. The city is a quick jaunt from ValleyFair, Mystic Lake Casino, the Scott County Fair, championship golf, campgrounds and park and recreation areas.

Stonebridge of Jordan
Carey Development 952-492-3700
Bakken Homes 952-447-5287
Cottage Living Homes 612-532-0375
K.A. Witt Construction 952-758-2108
MeadowBrook Builders, Inc. 952-250-8869
Wooddale Builders, Inc. 612-916-9666

Lakeville

Just southeast of the Twin Cities in Dakota County, Lakeville appeals to residents who want to be close to the action of the city while taking full advantage of suburban living. A combination of an extensive park system, strong schools, a variety of employment opportunities, and a mix of housing options contribute to Lakeville’s popularity. The city’s 45 parks encompass more than 800 acres of land.

Featured Development:

Spirit of Brandtjen Farm
Spirit of Brandtjen Farm is a nearly 600-acre master planned community where front porches are ubiquitous and neighbors know one another. Spirit’s catchphrase is “Connected by Design”—a logical statement, considering the neighborhood’s 33-mile trail network winds among lakes, ponds, wetlands, and 113 acres of open space, connecting homes to a new Lakeville city park and the neighborhood’s signature clubhouse. The clubhouse is a $4.5 million renovation of the distinctly profiled Brandtjen dairy barn, today chock full of state-of-the-art amenities, including a party room; game room; 24-hour fitness center; wireless Internet access; and outdoor pools. Spirit’s design has fostered exactly the kind of interaction that it intended: It is a neighborhood with a strong sense of community. From young families to baby boomers and empty nesters, Spirit has a place—and a housing product—for everyone.  www.homesofspirit.com

Donnelly Farms
Tollefson Development 952-435-1010

Highview Estates
JB Woodfitter 952-447-0850

Marsh View
Manley Bros. Construction, Inc. 952-997-6100

Spirit of Brandtjen Farm
Tradition Development 952-322-3100
American Classic Homes 651-351-0995
Hartman Homes 612-695-4124
Homes by Tradition 952-252-0616
Schmidt Homes 507-663-0482
Severson Homes, Inc. 952-898-1000
Signature Homes, a Charles Cudd Co. 612-333-8020
Stone Arch Custom Homes 612-423-2827

Prior Lake

Located in one of the fastest growing counties in the nation, Prior Lake is home to vibrant schools, excellent golf courses, and a healthy business community. The city’s lakes offer opportunities for boating or an afternoon spent relaxing on a beach. Entertainment abounds, from the city’s Lakefront Days festival to Mystic Lake Casino.

Crystal Bay
Manley Bros. Construction, Inc. 952-997-6100

Heritage Landing
Tradition Development 952-920-5100

Hickory Shores
Tollefson Development 952-435-1010
MeadowBrook Builders, Inc. 952-250-8869

Jeffers Waterfront
Wensmann Homes, Inc. 651-406-4400

Maple Glen
Tollefson Development 952-435-1010
K.A. Witt Construction 952-758-2108
MeadowBrook Builders, Inc. 952-250-8869

Spring Lake Estates
Arcon Development 952-835-4981

Sterling at the Wilds
McDonald Construction, Inc. 952-432-7601

The Wilds
Shamrock Development Company 763-421-3500
McDevitt Homes, Inc. 952-890-8722
MeadowBrook Builders, Inc. 952-250-8869
Merlyn Olson Homes, Inc. 952-447-6004
Mittelstaedt Bros. Construction, Inc. 651-322-4140
R.A. Kot Homes, Inc. 952-447-2806
Wensmann Homes, Inc. 651-406-4400
Windwood Homes 952-895-8448
Wooddale Builders, Inc. 952-345-6801

Savage

This city was named for a famous 1900 horse racer, M.W. Savage, who raced Dan Patch, the famous horse that broke a world record at the Minnesota State Fair with a mile pace of 1:55. Home to the trout stream Eagle Creek, Boiling Springs and a system of 13 parks, Savage’s population is growing steadily. Some neighborhoods take advantage of the city’s hilltops and blufftops overlooking the Minnesota River Valley. Because of the beautiful environment and exceptional educational services, more and more families are attracted to Savage.

McColl Villas
Calhoun Development Co. 952-556-5555

Oak Pond
Metro Classic Homes 651-423-3133

Trout Run Preserve
Ron Clark Construction & Design 952-358-7170

Twin Ponds
Aarbor Homes, Inc. 952-898-7822
Koestering Homes, LLC 952-461-5700

Shakopee

Shakopee is a regional entertainment center known nationally for ValleyFair Amusement Park, the Minnesota Renaissance Festival, Canterbury Park, Murphy’s Landing, and Dakota Country Casino. Within minutes of Mystic Lake Casino and Raceway Park, this developing city offers miles of paved nature trails and a full-service downtown, the busy focal point of the community. With highway connections, Shakopee has become a convenient location for business, industry and new developments.

Countryside
Tollefson Development 952-435-1010

Glacier Estates
College City Homes, Inc. 952-292-6924
Cuddigan Custom Builders 952-469-1611
Manley Bros. Construction, Inc. 651-755-7194
Severson Homes, Inc. 952-898-1000

Orchard Park
Laurent Builders, Inc. 952-445-6745

Prairie Wood Acres
Manley Bros. Construction, Inc. 952-997-6100

Ridgeview Estates
Tollefson Development 952-435-1010

Stonebrooke
Laurent Builders, Inc. 952-445-6745

Valley Creek Crossing
College City Homes, Inc. 952-221-2818
Cuddigan Custom Builders 952-469-1611
McDonald Construction, Inc. 952-432-7601

Spring Lake Township

Scenic and largely rural, Spring Lake Township is home to 3,800 residents who take great pride in this area and two beautiful lakeside parks. Township residents share a close relationship with Prior Lake, which is just five minutes north. Developments often feature wooded lots and pristine wetlands.

Hickory Hollow
Koestering Homes, LLC 952-461-5700
McWilliams & Associates 952-898-4663
MeadowBrook Builders, Inc. 952-250-8869

11 ISSUES (1 YEAR)

Only $9.95!
  • Less than $1 an issue.
  • 77% off newsstand price.
  • Includes annual HomeBook.


Everything Home. Everything Local.

You can also add Minnesota Monthly
(12 issues a year) for just $13 more.