Moving to Blaine

Blaine, MN has much to offer families regardless of your lifestyle. Whether you are choosing a beautiful home in one of the more established neighborhoods to a newly developed home in a traditional subdivision, you'll find exactly what you need. Blaine, MN is located north of the Twin Cities, just minutes away via Interstate 35. We welcome you to Blaine and we know you will enjoy your new home!

Blaine is part of the Anoka-Hennepin School District #11. There are five elementary schools in the area for grades K-5, one middle school for grades 6-8 and two high schools for grades 9-12 which are all located in Blaine. For schools outside of the city, Anoka-Hennepin School District has two kindergarten centers, 28 elementary schools, seven middle schools, five high schools and several different special needs schools for behavioral and emotional needs. For more information, or if you have questions please feel free to contact the school district at (763) 506-1000.

Everyone living in Minnesota is well aware of the harsh winters the state endures. The city of Blaine wants to make sure you are safe this winter from freezing pipes and water problems. Make sure your water meter is clear from any large or small obstacles. Your water meter should be located in a place that is near a heated environment and is recommended to stay there until the end of March. For more information about winter safety, contact the Public Works Department at (763) 785-6165, they'll be glad to help you with any problem you may have!

If you're moving to Blaine to further your career by opening up a new business or branching out, you'll need to know the where to go for licensing and other pertinent information. The City of Blaine has made this very easy for you. Simply fill out a form at the County Clerk's Office. You can call them at (763) 785-6122 or (763) 785-6124. Businesses that require a certain permit include Amusement Centers, Carnivals, Kennels, Off-Sale Liquor, One-Sale Beer, Pawnbrokers, Tobacco and Non-Profit gambling organization. Applications are processed within 30 days and are subject to review and approval by the City Council.

If you're looking to retire Blaine, MN has several different and exciting things to offer you. The most exciting thing Blaine has to offer its seniors is the Mary Ann Young Senior Center located off of Cloverleaf Parkway and Highway 65. There are a variety of programs offered and social events offered, with a full calendar of events planned out for the year including Line Dancing, Wii Bowling, movies and financial advice! There's always something going on at the Mary Ann Senior Center. For more information, please call (763) 786-9375 and ask for Shelley Johnson for Ann Genosky.