Combined Locks, WI

Tucked along the scenic Fox River just east of Appleton, Combined Locks is a quiet, close-knit village with deep paper-making roots. Home to around 3,600 residents, it offers a peaceful, small-town atmosphere filled with green parks, river views, and friendly residential streets. Historic mills along the water still nod to the village's past, but daily life here is all about relaxed neighborhood living and easy commutes to Kimberly, Little Chute, and Kaukauna.

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Families are frequently drawn to the area by the top-rated Kimberly Area School District as well as local recreation spots like Memorial Park. You get all the comfort of a low-key community while remaining just a short drive from regional favorites, from Timber Rattlers baseball games and downtown Appleton dining to performances at the Fox Cities PAC. It is a warm, grounded place to put down roots with the rest of the Fox Valley right at your doorstep.