Browns Valley, MN

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Population
504
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
985 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$73,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$49,250
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Browns Valley sits in a scenic valley in western Minnesota, right between Big Stone Lake and Lake Traverse along the South Dakota border. Having two large lakes right at your doorstep makes boating, fishing, and lakeside weekends an easy part of daily life. The town also rests on a unique continental divide, where water to the north flows all the way to Hudson Bay while southern streams head toward the Gulf of Mexico.

With roots as a nineteenth-century trading and farming hub, the community still holds onto its agricultural heritage and a deep love for the outdoors. Life here moves at a quiet, comfortable pace, supported by a close-knit community, historic spots like the local Carnegie Library, and miles of open prairie to explore. It offers a welcoming rural setting for anyone looking to settle down near the water and enjoy wide-open skies.

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