Are you moving to or wondering what it would be like to live in Baxter, Minnesota, and want someone to tell you what it’s really like? In this episode of Brainerd Redefined, I’m going to welcome you to Baxter and give you a rundown of what it’s like to live here. We’ll explore everything from the cost of living in Baxter to the lifestyle so you can see if this city is the right fit for you.
All About Baxter
Baxter, Minnesota is located just west of Brainerd and is considered its sister city. People love living in Baxter for a variety of reasons, including the great elementary school and the recently built middle school right in their backyard. They also love the public beach located at Whipple Lake and the shopping that’s just minutes away. You’ll find great stores like Walmart, Costco, Target, and Cub Foods.
What about the cost of living in Baxter? The housing prices vary—and if you have any additional questions, I can certainly give you more detailed information. However, here are some good pointers to give you a general idea. First, the average three-bedroom off water home is going to run you roughly $235,000. To purchase a two-bedroom in the same area, expect to pay about $200,000.
If you’re looking to rent in this area, you can spend anywhere between $850 a month on the low end up to $1,800 on the high end. The average three-bedroom single-family home to rent in Baxter is going to be roughly between $1,200 to $1,800 a month. A two-bedroom in the same area is going to run roughly $1,000 up to $1,350 a month to rent. A good rule of thumb when it comes to pricing is that it’s typically more expensive to live in Baxter than Brainerd.
The Local Lifestyle
Now that we’ve gone over housing prices and the cost of living in Baxter, let’s go into the Baxter lifestyle and who the area tends to attract. People love the bike and walking trails here in Baxter. They also love the public beach located at Whipple Beach as well as all the great shopping. However, the biggest draw of Baxter is its great schools.
Many residents have younger children that live just a few minutes away from Baxter Elementary or Forestview Middle School—making the commute just a few minutes. Forestview Middle School was built in 2005 and Baxter Elementary School is currently going through a major, extensive remodel. Families will enjoy sending their kids off to learn, knowing they’re in good hands in modern facilities.
Enjoy Baxter Living
I hope this gave you a good idea of what it’s like to live here in Baxter, Minnesota. If you have home market and real estate questions about Baxter, please don’t hesitate to reach out and ask. I can send you whatever information you need, and I’m happy to help you get to know the area.
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