The Land of 10,000 Lakes is often ridiculed for being an American wasteland. However, these prevailing images of Minnesota are quickly slipping away as people have begun to realize the rapid growth of some of the North Star State's cities.

One such city that has experienced rapid growth is Inver Grove Heights. Located in northern Dakota County in close proximity to the Mississippi River Valley, Inver Grove Heights is quickly becoming a major city in Minnesota. The 2000 census reported that the city's total population was 29,751. However, many experts predict that the city's population will exceed 44,000 by 2020.

Inver Grove Heights can trace back its origins to 1852, where early pioneers established a prosperous farming community. As the nature of the country's economy changed, so did the nature of the city. Now, Inver Grove Heights is home to some of the finest commercial establishments in the North Star State. With fantastic golf courses and excellent restaurants, Inver Grove Heights is one of the most exciting and comfortable places to live in Minnesota.

However, its development has not come at the expense of the city's natural beauty. A place where lakes, ponds, and wetlands cover many areas of the city, Inver Grove Heights is one of the most beautiful cities to live in Minnesota. With its extensive park system and crisp Autumn air, Inver Grove Heights is an exceptional place to raise a family.