Stillwater

Stillwater

Welcome to Stillwater! Find Your Place Here.

Located near the bluffs of the St. Croix River, Stillwater offers natural beauty thatā€™s home to over 18 thousand Minnesotans. Stillwater features a small town vibe, all while providing the advantage of being just less than a half hour away from Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Today residents and visitors enjoy Stillwaterā€™s many offerings, whether itā€™s shopping, entertainment or dining. If you are searching for homes for sale in Stillwater, MN, view our Stillwater real estate listings today.

81 Active Homes For Sale  |  Median Home Price $525,000

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Recreation

Stillwater is home to numerous parks, trails, and recreational facilities. Located on the St. Croix River, residents have access to a variety of water recreational activities, like boating, swimming, and fishing. The St. Croix River Valley offers great hiking, biking, and bird watching as well. With playground equipment, ball fields, and the St. Croix Valley Recreation Center, thereā€™s always a fun and safe place to play in Stillwater.

Shopping

Stillwater is a fantastic place to shop. The historic downtown district is filled with countless boutiques and shops with everything from home furnishings to kitchen equipment. Antiques, books, jewelry, gifts, clothing, and more are all easily within reach in beautiful downtown Stillwater.

Dining

Stillwaterā€™s dining scene has something for everyone. From Charlieā€™s Irish Pub, to the historic Freight House, and from Dock CafĆ©, to Smalleyā€™s Caribbean Barbeque & Pirate Bar you canā€™t go wrong. Whether youā€™re hungry for classic American dishes, German comfort food, Asian fusion entrees, or anything in-between, thereā€™s a restaurant in Stillwater thatā€™s the perfect fit.

Green/Environmental

The city of Stillwater sees sustainability as a top priority. Offering single-sort recycling pick up to its residents, Stillwater makes it easy to be environmentally responsible. In addition, the cityā€™s website offers extensive resources and information regarding eco-friendly living.

Schools

Stillwater Area Public Schools provides educational services to the residents of Stillwater. The district is known for its 96% graduation rate and consistently producing National Merit and AP Scholars. Stillwater is also home to the New Heights School, St. Croix Catholic School, Salem Lutheran School, and St. Croix Preparatory Academy.

Transportation

Metro Transit provides public transportation services to the city of Stillwater. Park and Ride lots and an express route to the downtown districts of the Twin Cities provide an eco-friendly option for those who choose to commute.

Local Government

The local governing body of Stillwater is the five-member city council. The council consists of the Mayor and four ward-elected council members, and is responsible for administering the policies and ordinances of the city.

City History

Considered the birthplace of Minnesota, Stillwaterā€™s first official settlement was built in 1841, which quickly became a favorite stopping point along the St. Croix River. The layout of the land and water sources made the area perfect for a lumber mill, and with its construction, settlers flocked to the area. When Wisconsin became a state in 1848, the area containing Stillwater was left ungoverned. The residents of the territory came together at what has been called the ā€œStillwater Convention,ā€ and drafted a Memorial to Congress that a new territory named Minnesota be created. Henry Sibley delivered the petition to Washington, and helped to expedite the process. In March of 1849 the Minnesota Territory was organized.

Though no longer a lumber town, Stillwater has transitioned into a thriving city and tourist destination filled with historic homes and structures.

Stillwater is home to numerous parks, trails, and recreational facilities. Located on the St. Croix River, residents have access to a variety of water recreational activities, like boating, swimming, and fishing. The St. Croix River Valley offers great hiking, biking, and bird watching as well. With playground equipment, ball fields, and the St. Croix Valley Recreation Center, thereā€™s always a fun and safe place to play in Stillwater.

Stillwater is a fantastic place to shop. The historic downtown district is filled with countless boutiques and shops with everything from home furnishings to kitchen equipment. Antiques, books, jewelry, gifts, clothing, and more are all easily within reach in beautiful downtown Stillwater.

Stillwaterā€™s dining scene has something for everyone. From Charlieā€™s Irish Pub, to the historic Freight House, and from Dock CafĆ©, to Smalleyā€™s Caribbean Barbeque & Pirate Bar you canā€™t go wrong. Whether youā€™re hungry for classic American dishes, German comfort food, Asian fusion entrees, or anything in-between, thereā€™s a restaurant in Stillwater thatā€™s the perfect fit.

The city of Stillwater sees sustainability as a top priority. Offering single-sort recycling pick up to its residents, Stillwater makes it easy to be environmentally responsible. In addition, the cityā€™s website offers extensive resources and information regarding eco-friendly living.

Stillwater Area Public Schools provides educational services to the residents of Stillwater. The district is known for its 96% graduation rate and consistently producing National Merit and AP Scholars. Stillwater is also home to the New Heights School, St. Croix Catholic School, Salem Lutheran School, and St. Croix Preparatory Academy.

Metro Transit provides public transportation services to the city of Stillwater. Park and Ride lots and an express route to the downtown districts of the Twin Cities provide an eco-friendly option for those who choose to commute.

The local governing body of Stillwater is the five-member city council. The council consists of the Mayor and four ward-elected council members, and is responsible for administering the policies and ordinances of the city.

Considered the birthplace of Minnesota, Stillwaterā€™s first official settlement was built in 1841, which quickly became a favorite stopping point along the St. Croix River. The layout of the land and water sources made the area perfect for a lumber mill, and with its construction, settlers flocked to the area. When Wisconsin became a state in 1848, the area containing Stillwater was left ungoverned. The residents of the territory came together at what has been called the ā€œStillwater Convention,ā€ and drafted a Memorial to Congress that a new territory named Minnesota be created. Henry Sibley delivered the petition to Washington, and helped to expedite the process. In March of 1849 the Minnesota Territory was organized.

Though no longer a lumber town, Stillwater has transitioned into a thriving city and tourist destination filled with historic homes and structures.

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