Apartments for Rent in Anoka, MN

Renter's guide to Anoka, MN

Nestled on the banks of the Mississippi River, Anoka is the county seat of Anoka County and a suburb of Minneapolis. Known as the Halloween Capital of the world, this historic little city offers a blend of olde worlde charm and modern functionality. Recent years have seen growth, yet the city manages to retain a small town feel and is popular with families. Increasing numbers of young professionals also call Anoka home, due to proximity to the big city.

The city is located around 21 miles north(west) of downtown Minneapolis, which can be reached either via U.S. highways 10 or 169, both of which pass through the city. Journey times typically last 30 minutes outside of rush hour. Access to 2 highways ensures quick and easy travel in any direction, and the 48 miles northwest to St. Cloud can normally be done in less than an hour.

Anoka’s climate is characterized by warm, somewhat damp summers, cold and snowy winters, and pleasant transitional seasons. July sees average highs of around 82°F, while January can see the mercury drop as low as 3°F. You can expect around 32 inches of rain per year, with over 4 inches on average in each of the months of June, July, and August. Heavy snow (8+ inches per month) begins to fall in November until March.

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Things to do in Anoka, MN

There are many neighborhood parks found within Anoka; the Mississippi River Community Park is a favorite among locals. It offers a kids' playground, riverside trails that are perfect for dog walking or jogging, fishing, picnic areas, and a plethora of trees to seek shade under.

One major boast from the city is the sheer number of independent ma and pa stores, restaurants, and bars. The downtown area is the best place to discover a huge range of boutique stores, selling anything from antiques to musical instruments, and everything in between.

Check out 10k Brewing for some of the best craft beer in the state, plus regular live entertainment in the form of comedy nights and live music. For a fantastic place to eat, Serum’s Good Time Emporium is a must, and the wings are out of this world! A memorable night out can be had by heading to the Lyric Art Main Street Stage, a small downtown theater that showcases a number of different shows within a stunningly quaint venue. There’s not a bad seat in the house, and the generous lobby was made for enjoying refreshments.

Anoka, MN employment & economy

With a median household income of $50,625, households in Anoka earn somewhat less than the national average of $60,336, and lower still than county and state averages. The most common employment industry is health care and social assistance, which employs 17.2% of the workforce. Manufacturing is second, employing 14.5%, followed by retail trade with 11.4%. Utilities is the highest paying industry in Anoka, and also the industry that hires a higher number of people in Anoka compared to other areas.

The most common jobs held by the residents of Anoka include office and administrative support occupations, production roles, and sales and related occupations. Residents specialize in health care and social support occupations, with more than 2.3 times more workers in these roles compared to other areas. The highest paid residents work in architecture and engineering occupations.

Education in Anoka, MN

Anoka is served by Anoka-Hennepin School District 11, which provides 2 high schools, 1 middle school, and 3 elementary schools within the city limits. Anoka High School rates above average for the most part and ranks as the 60th best high school for athletes in Minnesota. Secondary Technical Education Program or S.T.E.P. High School offers a more specialized education aimed at preparing students for the high skilled, high tech workplaces of the 21st century.

Anoka Middle School for the Arts rates well in terms of test scores and ranks as the 141st best public middle school in the state. The 3 elementary schools in the city are Wilson, Lincoln, and Franklin, with Wilson Elementary as the top-rated.

Higher education in Anoka is provided by Anoka Technical College, which offers skills-based training in a wide variety of fields. Students can gain numerous certifications, including Associate of Applied Science Degrees in more than 70 fields.