Minnesota Real Estate & Relocation Guide

Maplewood, Minnesota

Population: 34,008

Located in Ramsey County

The city of Maplewood started as farmland on the outskirts of St. Paul and has grown into an appealing community in which to live, work and raise a family.

Approval of a $5 million plan to keep bulldozers out of 400 plus acres of woods and wetlands proves that the residents are committed to preserving their natural resources. The community also offers an extensive park and lake system with abundant recreation possibilities. In addition to the outdoor options, the 1994 built Maplewood Community Center offers a full array of recreation and fitness options. There is a full fitness center, indoor track, aerobic and weight rooms, indoor pool/aquatic area, gymnasium, community rooms and a theatre with seating for 278.

Maplewood offers it's 34,000 residents a good mix of single and multi-family housing along with several senior housing options. Home to 3M and the Maplewood Mall, the job market in Maplewood is strong. Currently providing 28,000 jobs, the local job market is projected to expand by more than 10,000 jobs by the year 2020.

Students in the area attend School District 622, which includes ten elementary schools, three middle schools and two high schools. Maplewood is also the home of Century College, a two-year institution that serves over 7,000 students each year. Excellent accessibility, abundant natural beauty and a strong economic base contribute to the appeal of calling Maplewood home.