Minnesota Real Estate & Relocation Guide

Battle Lake, Minnesota

Population: 686

Located in Otter Tail County

Nestled in the heart of west central region of the state, is the rural community of Battle Lake, Minnesota. Folks claim this is a "little city with a big heart", and Battle Lake certainly lives up to that name. With over 1,000 lakes in the surrounding area, this little community affords year round recreation such as fishing, boating, skiing, fantastic snowmobile trails and more.

The Battle Lake landscape enjoys a panorama of rolling farmland dotted with bed and breakfast inns. Tourists are drawn to this community to breathe in the fresh air the lakes and forestry afford. The summer time months are filled with water recreation and sunbathing and when the sun sets, campfires are lit - complete with all the fixings. The fall brings a splash of wild color and the Battle Lake foliage does not disappoint. The long months of winter are filled with ice fishing, snowshoeing and sledding. No matter the season, Minnesotans are known for constantly taking advantage of the great outdoors.

As if all this natural beauty is not enough, Battle Lake is home to Glendalough State Park. Offering over nine miles of undeveloped shoreline, anglers love to fish for bass amidst the lily pads on Molly Lake. Walleyes are also quite a common catch. Fishermen thrive on opportunities to catch the big trophy fish. The park also offers additional recreation such as hiking, camping, canoeing, and a sandy beach for swimmers. Of course, you won't want to miss an opportunity to spy a white tail deer or black bear roaming the woods here in Glendalough State Park!

Battle Lake is home to some of Ottertail county's finest antique shops. Prices are generally pretty reasonable as there is much competition in this region. During the weekend, antique auctions are quite popular throughout the community. Whether you are looking for vintage clothing and magazines all the way to horse and buggy equipment, you are bound to find your treasure here!

There are several golf courses that grace the Battle Lake area. One of the more popular courses is Balmoral. A Scotsman built this picturesque course in the 1800's, and this mature, eighteen-hole course is filled with sand traps, water hazards and some of the most beautiful scenery home to this region of Minnesota.

Those looking for post secondary education will find a few colleges close by for young adults looking to go away to school, yet still want to be close to home. Those looking for school as a way to advance their career will be pleased to find that Alexandria Technical Colleges offers an extensive listing of programs and majors including computers, business, and nursing. The University of Minnesota-Morris Campus, and Concordia College- Moorhead are both about one and half hours away.

Real estate varies in Battle Lake, as there is a wide range of architectural styles to choose from. Older homes filled with all the charm of hard wood floors and stately landscaping are abundant in this community. A typical home built in the 1980's, with three bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a square footage of over 2,000 feet would be about $124,000. A spacious home with three bedrooms and three bathrooms sprawled out on over 5,000 square feet would cost in the range of $499,000. There are plenty of options for those looking to build their own homestead either on the waterfront, or nestled in the woods.

Folks come from all over the region to enjoy the natural beauty surrounding the Battle Lake area. With a peaceful atmosphere, tranquil lakes, and people that love where they live, it's no wonder people are thrilled to call this little city home.

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