Centerville

Centerville

Welcome to Centerville! Find Your Place Here.

A straight shot up I-35E; Centerville is completely surrounded by Lino Lakes. Interestingly enough, that isnā€™t the reason for the cityā€™s name. The community earned its label due to its relative location to the St. Croix River, the Mississippi river, and Saint Paul.

Centerville real estate offers access to a plethora of dining and entertainment options, as well as a short drive to anything within the Twin Cities metro area. The city is served by the high-quality Centennial school district, of which the elementary school is located within Centervilleā€™s limits. If youā€™re looking for a centrally located place to call home, check out our listings of homes for sale in Centerville MN today! Weā€™ll help you find the perfect home.

12 Active Homes For Sale  |  Median Home Price $447,000
Recreation

Centerville is a spectacular city for those who enjoy everything from fishing to hiking to snowmobiling. The city is home to eight parks containing picnic tables, pavilions, sport courts, ball fields, fishing piers, playground equipment and more. From tossing around a Frisbee to playing tennis and everything in-between, Centerville has the perfect place for residents to get out and get active.

Shopping

Whether you need party supplies, a new bow, any and all crafting materials or your daily essentials, Centerville has the assortment of stores to meet your needs. From service shops to an auction shop, to traditional stores and boutiques, youā€™ll find the gifts, clothing, and supplies youā€™ve been looking for in Centerville.

Dining

From quick bites to sit down dining, youā€™ll find something for everyone to enjoy in Centerville. The cityā€™s selection of restaurants gives residents options ranging from American classics to delectable Mexican cuisine. Local favorites include Carboneā€™s Pizzeria, Asian to Go, Fiesta Cancun Mexican Grill & Bar, and Kellyā€™s Korner. Stop by and try them out for yourself!

Green/Environmental

Because Centerville is situated in a beautiful area with bountiful natural resources including lakes and protected parkland, the community strives to maintain as many sustainable and environmentally friendly practices as possible. The cityā€™s website is filled with educational resources, helping residents make the best choices for themselves and the community at large.

Schools

Independent School District #12, Centennial Public Schools, supplies educational resources and services to meet the needs of Centerville residents. This district is known for its innovative use of technology in the classroom, maintaining small class sizes to facilitate one-on-one learning, and earning several state and national awards for excellence. To learn more about this district, you can visit their websiteĀ here.

Transportation

Both Metro Transit and the Anoka County Traveler provide public transportation services to residents of Centerville. Metro Transitā€™s Route 275 offers a convenient Park and Ride lot making it easy for residents to commute into the downtown districts of the Twin Cities; while the Anoka County Traveler offers door-to-door dial-a-ride services.

Local Government

The Centerville City Council is a five-member council responsible for deciding City Ordinances and allocating the cityā€™s budgets. The council consists of the Mayor and four councilmembers, and meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month.

City History

The territory that would become present day Centerville was first platted in 1854, and was officially organized as a city in 1857. The name Centerville was chosen because of the territoryā€™s ā€œcentralā€ location between Anoka, Stillwater, and St. Paul. Settlers here were primarily French-Canadian, with many German immigrants settling farther west. In the early days, a school, a sawmill, the Church of St. Genevieve of Paris, and other stores were built, and the community thrived. Today, Centerville maintains a small town feel while providing the approximate 4,000 residents with countless modern amenities, making this city a fantastic place to call home.

Centerville is a spectacular city for those who enjoy everything from fishing to hiking to snowmobiling. The city is home to eight parks containing picnic tables, pavilions, sport courts, ball fields, fishing piers, playground equipment and more. From tossing around a Frisbee to playing tennis and everything in-between, Centerville has the perfect place for residents to get out and get active.

Whether you need party supplies, a new bow, any and all crafting materials or your daily essentials, Centerville has the assortment of stores to meet your needs. From service shops to an auction shop, to traditional stores and boutiques, youā€™ll find the gifts, clothing, and supplies youā€™ve been looking for in Centerville.

From quick bites to sit down dining, youā€™ll find something for everyone to enjoy in Centerville. The cityā€™s selection of restaurants gives residents options ranging from American classics to delectable Mexican cuisine. Local favorites include Carboneā€™s Pizzeria, Asian to Go, Fiesta Cancun Mexican Grill & Bar, and Kellyā€™s Korner. Stop by and try them out for yourself!

Because Centerville is situated in a beautiful area with bountiful natural resources including lakes and protected parkland, the community strives to maintain as many sustainable and environmentally friendly practices as possible. The cityā€™s website is filled with educational resources, helping residents make the best choices for themselves and the community at large.

Independent School District #12, Centennial Public Schools, supplies educational resources and services to meet the needs of Centerville residents. This district is known for its innovative use of technology in the classroom, maintaining small class sizes to facilitate one-on-one learning, and earning several state and national awards for excellence. To learn more about this district, you can visit their websiteĀ here.

Both Metro Transit and the Anoka County Traveler provide public transportation services to residents of Centerville. Metro Transitā€™s Route 275 offers a convenient Park and Ride lot making it easy for residents to commute into the downtown districts of the Twin Cities; while the Anoka County Traveler offers door-to-door dial-a-ride services.

The Centerville City Council is a five-member council responsible for deciding City Ordinances and allocating the cityā€™s budgets. The council consists of the Mayor and four councilmembers, and meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month.

The territory that would become present day Centerville was first platted in 1854, and was officially organized as a city in 1857. The name Centerville was chosen because of the territoryā€™s ā€œcentralā€ location between Anoka, Stillwater, and St. Paul. Settlers here were primarily French-Canadian, with many German immigrants settling farther west. In the early days, a school, a sawmill, the Church of St. Genevieve of Paris, and other stores were built, and the community thrived. Today, Centerville maintains a small town feel while providing the approximate 4,000 residents with countless modern amenities, making this city a fantastic place to call home.

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