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Preserving Our Heritage... To Better Our Future. Nestled within the scenic rolling hills, wetlands, and woodlands of northwest Rice County, the community of Lonsdale sprung up at the turn of the 20th Century along with the expansion of the Chicago, Milwaukee, & Saint Paul rail line, which ran from Farmington to Mankato.  In 1903, the booming village of Lonsdale, with its many settlers of Czechoslovakian and Norwegian descents, was officially incorporated.  Building For Tomorrow… Today. Today, Lonsdale is a vibrant community, home to 4,000 residents.  With its excellent quality of life amenities, affordable homes, recreational opportunities, and convenient location, it’s not surprising that Lonsdale is one of Minnesota’s fastest growing cities and positioned to grow and thrive well into the future.  It is easy to see why Lonsdale is an attractive place to live, experience, and do business. Why Lonsdale? Advantages & Amenities Award Winning Schools Low Taxes and Utility Bills 20 Minutes South of Metro Area Public Library 24-Hour Police Coverage (Low Crime) Grocery Store & Pharmacy 4 Restaurants & 3 C-Stores Municipal Liquor Store New Water & WWT Plants Community Days Festival Independence Day Fireworks Progressive City Council New Business Park Parks, Trails, and Recreation 10 City Parks (New Play Equip and Zip Line) 2 Nature Centers/Preserves 10 Miles of Paved/Boardwalk/Nature Trails Groomed Snowmobile Trails Ice Rink (Warming House & Ice Resurfacer) Sledding Hills Lonsdale Aces Baseball 7 Softball/Little Legaue Fields 2 Sand Volleyball Courts 3 Park Pavilion Shelters Tree City USA Archery Range Downtown Plaza & Fountain Attractive Homes & Lots Affordable Housing Scenic & Large Lots Over 300 Lots Available (ready-to-build) Beautiful Homes & Neighborhoods Senior Housing Convenient Location Short Commute to South Metro & Airport I-35 (5 miles); Lakeville (16); Northfield (10); New Prague (9); Prior Lake (14); Faribault (13) Close to many Golf Courses, Lakes & Wildlife  Minutes from Shopping Centers & Entertainment