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Living in Cottage Grove, MN

Cottage Grove Area Facts

  • Cottage Grove has a Livability Score of 76/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Cottage Grove crime rates are 61% lower than the Minnesota average
  • Cost of living in Cottage Grove is 12% higher than the Minnesota average
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The Perks of Living in Cottage Grove, MN User Rating 4 rating By Anonymous ( May 14, 2018) Cottage Grove has lots of things to do, especially if you're looking for fun, family-friendly activities. There are parks to choose from, including Washington County Ravine Regional Park, which has lots of walking trails and space for skiing during the colder months of the year. ...Read More You can also take the kids to Zywiec's Berryland Farm, which includes a hayride and an array of beautiful seasonal plants.

You can also enjoy a round of golf at the River Oaks Golf Course and Event Center. The food is great and you can visit Eagles Bar and Grill on the property even if you don't want to go out on the green for a round or two of golf.

There are also a number of nightlife options in the city, including Boondocks Bar and Grill if you want a casual night out with friends. The Cabooze is also an option if you're looking for quality cocktails and a fun atmosphere that will make for a memorable night. Read Less
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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Cottage Grove? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Woodridge Park
      Cottage Grove Ravine Park
      Ravine Park Playground
      Foothill Park
      Pine Tree Pond Park
      Ideal Park
      Kingston Park
      Hemingway Park

      Entertainment

      Cottage Grove Spalsh Pad
      Park Grove Bowl

      Food & Drink

      Top Ten Wine & Spirits
      Wendy's
      Taco Bell
      Burger King
      Papa Murphy's
      Subway
      Von Hanson's Meats
      Dennis Brothers Liquor

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Cottage Grove? Of all people who commute, 1.9% take public transportation in Cottage Grove.
      Drive to Work
      82%

      6% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      2%

      3% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      B Health & Safety

      Is Cottage Grove a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Pharmacies

      Alina Pharmacy
      Hy-Vee Pharmacy
      Walgreens

      Doctors