Osseo, MN

Tucked between Maple Grove and Brooklyn Park, Osseo offers a classic small-town feel right in the northwest Twin Cities metro. Spanning less than a single square mile, this close-knit community of around 2,700 residents centers around a walkable, historic downtown along Central Avenue. With U.S. Highway 169 running along the edge of town, you get the charm of local bakeries, diners, and corner shops along with an easy 20-minute commute into Minneapolis.

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Community spirit is a big part of life here, anchored by local traditions like the annual Marching Band Festival and summer parades along the main strip. The town also serves as the namesake hub for Osseo Area Schools, with both the middle school and senior high sitting right in the center of town. Everyday living has a friendly, neighborhood pace, while the major shopping centers, grocery stores, and medical facilities of Maple Grove and Brooklyn Park are just a few minutes down the road.