Prior Lake

Prior Lake

Welcome to Prior Lake! Find Your Place Here.

Located about twenty miles southwest of Minneapolis, the city of Prior Lake is home to numerous recreational amenities including a park system thatā€™s made up of 54 locations. In total, the cityā€™s trails encompass 100 miles.

Prior Lake can trace its roots to Native Americans and is today, still home to the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux community. Other benefits of the city include a great school district, lake recreation and multiple golf courses. If you are looking for homes in Prior Lake, MN, view our Prior Lake real estate listings today.

156 Active Homes For Sale  |  Median Home Price $599,950
Recreation

Prior Lake is a city filled with parks, lakes, beaches, and other recreational facilities for residents to enjoy. The natural amenities make the city a great place for boating, swimming, fishing, ice-skating, and playing for people of all ages. The department of Parks and Recreation also provides programming for residents ranging from archery to yoga and anything in between.

Shopping

No matter what you need, whether itā€™s found in a big box score or a specialty shop, youā€™ll find it in Prior Lake. From jewelry, gift and clothing boutiques to pet food and tractor supply stores, this city has everything you need, right nearby. Stop in at Mcgeez Closet for awesome thrift store finds, or the Vintage Gypsy for great antiques!

Dining

If youā€™re hungry, thereā€™s no shortage of great eateries in Prior Lake. From the Mystic Steakhouse in Mystic Lake Casino, to The Cove restaurant serving up pizza and burgers, to Perronā€™s Sul Lago preparing steak, seafood, and pasta, thereā€™s something to fulfill any craving.

Green/Environmental

GreenTown Prior Lake is a city dedicated to environmental sustainability. The city provides the Buckingham recycling facility for the responsible disposal of tires, appliances, electronics, scrap metal, and more, making it easy for residents to be environmentally friendly.

Schools

The Prior Lake-Savage School district serves students in the communities of Prior Lake and the surrounding suburbs. The district is home to 14 schools and is known for providing E-STEM curriculum, and technology-enabled classrooms that helps to engage learners. By creating an environment that fosters achievement and engagement, students achieve higher test scores when compared to state averages.

Transportation

The Minnesota Valley Transit Authority provides public transportation services to the residents of Prior Lake. The company provides bus route to neighboring suburbs as well as to the Twin Cities downtown districts.

Local Government

The policymakers responsible for Prior Lakesā€™ administration are the City Council. The council is made up of the Mayor and four Council members. This governing body is responsible for adopting ordinances, appointing a City Manager, and creating boards and commissions.

City History

Prior Lake was born shortly before the 1870s and maintained an agricultural economy from that point up until the 1920s. Between the 1920s and World War II, the community was sustained as a small town, with both farming and a small commercial center. Following World War II, Prior Lake experienced explosive growth, with residential developments prompting a major population boost. The city is now a bedroom community of the Twin Cities with over 22,000 residents calling Prior Lake home.

Prior Lake is a city filled with parks, lakes, beaches, and other recreational facilities for residents to enjoy. The natural amenities make the city a great place for boating, swimming, fishing, ice-skating, and playing for people of all ages. The department of Parks and Recreation also provides programming for residents ranging from archery to yoga and anything in between.

No matter what you need, whether itā€™s found in a big box score or a specialty shop, youā€™ll find it in Prior Lake. From jewelry, gift and clothing boutiques to pet food and tractor supply stores, this city has everything you need, right nearby. Stop in at Mcgeez Closet for awesome thrift store finds, or the Vintage Gypsy for great antiques!

If youā€™re hungry, thereā€™s no shortage of great eateries in Prior Lake. From the Mystic Steakhouse in Mystic Lake Casino, to The Cove restaurant serving up pizza and burgers, to Perronā€™s Sul Lago preparing steak, seafood, and pasta, thereā€™s something to fulfill any craving.

GreenTown Prior Lake is a city dedicated to environmental sustainability. The city provides the Buckingham recycling facility for the responsible disposal of tires, appliances, electronics, scrap metal, and more, making it easy for residents to be environmentally friendly.

The Prior Lake-Savage School district serves students in the communities of Prior Lake and the surrounding suburbs. The district is home to 14 schools and is known for providing E-STEM curriculum, and technology-enabled classrooms that helps to engage learners. By creating an environment that fosters achievement and engagement, students achieve higher test scores when compared to state averages.

The Minnesota Valley Transit Authority provides public transportation services to the residents of Prior Lake. The company provides bus route to neighboring suburbs as well as to the Twin Cities downtown districts.

The policymakers responsible for Prior Lakesā€™ administration are the City Council. The council is made up of the Mayor and four Council members. This governing body is responsible for adopting ordinances, appointing a City Manager, and creating boards and commissions.

Prior Lake was born shortly before the 1870s and maintained an agricultural economy from that point up until the 1920s. Between the 1920s and World War II, the community was sustained as a small town, with both farming and a small commercial center. Following World War II, Prior Lake experienced explosive growth, with residential developments prompting a major population boost. The city is now a bedroom community of the Twin Cities with over 22,000 residents calling Prior Lake home.

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