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Lindstrom, MN

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Population
5,039
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
937 ft
Median Home Value
$358,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,176/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$98,226
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Lindstrom

Located about 35 miles northeast of the Twin Cities, Lindstrom sits right in the heart of Minnesota's Chisago Lakes area. With around 5,000 residents, it offers a relaxed, small-town pace surrounded by water on almost every side. U.S. Highway 8 runs straight through town, giving commuters a direct route into the metro while keeping boating, fishing, and lakeside parks right in their backyard.

Lindstrom

The town leans happily into its Scandinavian roots as "America's Little Sweden," from the quirky coffee pot water tower downtown to local bakeries, gift shops, and summer festivals. Families share a strong community network and the Chisago Lakes school system with neighboring towns, while trails and public boat launches keep everyone connected to the outdoors. It is an appealing choice for anyone looking for lakeside living and small-town charm within easy reach of the Twin Cities.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingOutskirts FitA+99.4rating

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