Long Prairie

Long Prairie

Welcome to Long Prairie! Find Your Place Here.

Long Prairie is located in central Minnesota, and lies just to the north of picturesque Lake Charlotte. This is a business-friendly community that welcomes new residents to a town with jobs, recreational opportunities and extensive shopping options. You will feel the small town vibe as soon as you arrive, but youā€™ll never feel like youā€™re isolated in Long Prairie.

Long Prairie, Minnesota is a quaint town with a lot of charm. Real estate here is affordable and the area is stunningly beautiful. The city is named after a river that flows through town, and itā€™s easy to spend an afternoon exploring the natural attractions of the area. Real estate in Long Prairie is affordable and full of character, so find your next home in our listings today!

28 Active Homes For Sale  |  Median Home Price $247,400

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217 N Nokomis, Alexandria MN, 56308 |  | 320-762-5544

Recreation

Long Prairie has several parks to enjoy, including Lions Westside Park and Lions Charlotte Park. If you enjoy playing golf, the Long Prairie Country Club is calling your name. In central Minnesota, it can be difficult to stay active during the cold winter months ā€“ luckily Long Prairie has a Snap Fitness to keep you moving on brisk January days. There are loads of small lakes surrounding Long Prairie, which are perfect for fishing, skating and swimming.

Shopping

You are sure to enjoy the shopping options in Long Prairie. Hometown Furniture & Gifts has just what you need to fill out a new home purchase. If youā€™re looking for items with plenty of history and a lot of character, be sure to stop by Pastime Antiques on 1st Ave. You can even purchase an RV right in town at the Pleasureland RV dealership. Of course, the Twin Cities arenā€™t too far away, and the metro offers nearly limitless shopping options.

Dining

Thereā€™s nothing quite like enjoying baked goods on a relaxing Sunday morning. Long Prairie is home to Pan De Vida, a bakery with shining reviews. Residents also flock to Griffā€™s Pizza, a local joint with a lot of character. Looking for a rural restaurant with a lot to offer? Check out Countryside Restaurant on Lake Street. No matter what youā€™re craving, you can eat well in Long Prairie.

Green/Environmental

Long Prairie residents make an effort to protect the environment through recycling programs and keeping their parks clean.

Schools

Students in the city attend Long Prairie Grey Eagle Public schools. U.S. News recognized the districtā€™s high school, Long Prairie Secondary, as the fifth best high school in Minnesota. Seventy-six percent of students at this school participate in advanced placement classes. The district utilizes an engaging curriculum and modern facilities to give every student the opportunity to achieve.

Transportation

Long Prairieā€™s only public transportation option is a call-in bus service called Rainbow Rider. Residents may arrange transportation in Douglas, Grant, Pope, Stevens, Todd and Traverse counties.

Local Government

Sioux and Ojibwa native Americans were the first people to live in the Long Prairie area. Settlers first used the Long Prairie River as a means of transportation, and the first homes were built near this body of water. The current city of Long Prairie was established as a headquarters for negotiations with Native Americans. Roads and railroads replaced the river for transportation, and the population of the town grew. In the decades since that time, Long Prairie flourished as a town for farmers, homeowners and visitors.

Long Prairie has several parks to enjoy, including Lions Westside Park and Lions Charlotte Park. If you enjoy playing golf, the Long Prairie Country Club is calling your name. In central Minnesota, it can be difficult to stay active during the cold winter months ā€“ luckily Long Prairie has a Snap Fitness to keep you moving on brisk January days. There are loads of small lakes surrounding Long Prairie, which are perfect for fishing, skating and swimming.

You are sure to enjoy the shopping options in Long Prairie. Hometown Furniture & Gifts has just what you need to fill out a new home purchase. If youā€™re looking for items with plenty of history and a lot of character, be sure to stop by Pastime Antiques on 1st Ave. You can even purchase an RV right in town at the Pleasureland RV dealership. Of course, the Twin Cities arenā€™t too far away, and the metro offers nearly limitless shopping options.

Thereā€™s nothing quite like enjoying baked goods on a relaxing Sunday morning. Long Prairie is home to Pan De Vida, a bakery with shining reviews. Residents also flock to Griffā€™s Pizza, a local joint with a lot of character. Looking for a rural restaurant with a lot to offer? Check out Countryside Restaurant on Lake Street. No matter what youā€™re craving, you can eat well in Long Prairie.

Long Prairie residents make an effort to protect the environment through recycling programs and keeping their parks clean.

Students in the city attend Long Prairie Grey Eagle Public schools. U.S. News recognized the districtā€™s high school, Long Prairie Secondary, as the fifth best high school in Minnesota. Seventy-six percent of students at this school participate in advanced placement classes. The district utilizes an engaging curriculum and modern facilities to give every student the opportunity to achieve.

Long Prairieā€™s only public transportation option is a call-in bus service called Rainbow Rider. Residents may arrange transportation in Douglas, Grant, Pope, Stevens, Todd and Traverse counties.

Sioux and Ojibwa native Americans were the first people to live in the Long Prairie area. Settlers first used the Long Prairie River as a means of transportation, and the first homes were built near this body of water. The current city of Long Prairie was established as a headquarters for negotiations with Native Americans. Roads and railroads replaced the river for transportation, and the population of the town grew. In the decades since that time, Long Prairie flourished as a town for farmers, homeowners and visitors.

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