Apartments for Rent in Blaine, MN

Renter's guide to Blaine, MN

Situated in both Anoka and Ramsey counties, Blaine is a city in Minnesota and a suburb of Minneapolis. It ranks as the #2 best place to live in Anoka county, and the 36th most diverse suburb in Minnesota. A good location, plentiful amenities, low crime levels, and good options for schools, increase Blaine’s popularity with families and young professionals alike.

Blaine has a population of 62,453, making it the 8th largest city in the Minneapolis-St Paul metropolitan area. It’s only slightly more populous than neighboring Coon Rapids but dwarfs other neighbors such as Spring Lake Park. The city has an area of 34 sq. miles, which reduces the population density, and prevents an overly urban atmosphere. It’s almost 6.5 times smaller than Minneapolis proper and feels far from the hustle and bustle of a larger city.

Situated 17 miles north of Minneapolis, residents can normally drive downtown within 20 to 25 minutes. Downtown St Paul can also be reached within the same time and is around 20 miles south of Blaine. Highway 65 runs north to south through the city, while highway 10 runs east to west through the south of the city. There are also connections to interstate 35E, ensuring travel in any direction is quick and easy.

With warm summers and cold winters, Blaine sees all 4 seasons throughout the year, with swings from one end of the spectrum to the other. July is the hottest month with highs of 83°F, while January lows typically hit 4°F. Summer months can see over 4 inches of rain each, while a total annual rainfall of 32 inches is just below the U.S. average. Expect around 54 inches of snow each year, with heavy snow falling November through March.

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Things to do in Blaine, MN

Blaine is a great choice for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits, and with 66 parks, hundreds of miles of trails, and a 500-acre wetland sanctuary, there’s plenty to keep you entertained. Aquatore park is popular, and offers playgrounds, sport facilities, picnic areas, and a spacious off-leash dog park. For peace and quiet, head to the Blaine Open Space nature reserve, with many trails to explore, it’s ideal for joggers, wildlife lovers, and anyone seeking an escape from the city. The National Sports Center (NSC) has facilities for every kind of sport fan, including an ice rink, soccer fields, indoor courts, a stadium, a velodrome, and much more.

There are several places to go shopping in Blaine, with Northtown Mall among the most popular. It offers everything from groceries and big box stores, to boutique shops and a plethora of restaurants. Other shopping areas can be found off highway 65 and interstate 35W.

Those with a fondness for history and aviation should check out the Golden Wings Flying Museum, home to several classic aircrafts from the 1920s and ‘30s. There are regular events at the museum, and it’s a great place for kids to discover something different.

Blaine, MN employment & economy

Households in Blaine have an annual median income of $80,423, which is well above county, state, and national averages. By number of employees, the most common industry in the city is manufacturing, which employs 17.9% of the workforce. Health care and social assistance, and retail trade are also common sectors, while the utilities industry is typically the highest paying.

The most common jobs are in office and administrative support roles, with 13.7% of the working population employed in such occupations. Management occupations and sales and related occupations are also common, and residents working in management occupations are typically the highest paid in the city. Aveda is the top employer in the city, with 730 employees.

Education in Blaine, MN

Blaine is served by 3 different school districts; Anoka-Hennepin Public School District, Spring Lake Park Public Schools, and Northeast Metro 916 School District. Of the 3 public high schools in the city, Blaine High School is the top-rated. It ranks as the #1 best public high school in Anoka County, and #63 in Minnesota. Roosevelt Middle School is the top-rated middle school, ranking #3 best in the county and #81 in Minnesota.

The top-rated elementary school is the DaVinci Academy of Arts & Science, which is rated as the best charter elementary school in Minnesota. It also ranks consistently high in terms of test scores and student progress.

Rasmussen College offers options for higher education, and covers a broad spectrum of degrees and certificates, encompassing study areas including business, tech, medicine, and much more.