Live in Lanesboro – City of Lanesboro

Live in Lanesboro

Living in Lanesboro means enjoying the charm of a small Minnesota community surrounded by the natural beauty of the Root River Valley.

With its historic downtown, locally owned businesses, scenic landscapes, and strong sense of community, Lanesboro offers a relaxed quality of life while still providing plenty to see and do. Whether you enjoy the outdoors, appreciate the arts and local history, or simply want to be part of a welcoming small town, Lanesboro provides a special place to call home.

Lanesboro Population

778

Median Age

53.2

Median Household Income

$60,625

Median Property Value

$138,300

Benefits of Living in Lanesboro

Small Town Living

Strong sense of community
Safe environment – People look out for each other
Natural beauty all around
Many recreational opportunities
Variety of organizations to get involved in
Local community events year-round
Vibrant downtown – even in a small town
Arts and culture experiences

Great Location

Located in the Driftless area in Southeast Minnesota
In the heart of the scenic Root River Valley
Beautiful place to live, work, and raise a family
Great area to stay active in retirement
Convenient access to larger cities
- Preston, MN (County Seat) – 8.4 miles
- Rochester, MN – 38.2 miles
- Winona, MN – 37.9 miles
- Decorah, IA – 34.8 miles
- La Crosse, WI – 50.9 miles
- Austin, MN – 55.8 miles
- Minneapolis, MN – 126 miles

Housing

Lanesboro has a variety of housing options
- Single family homes – New and Historic
- Apartments and townhomes
- Senior Living
- Rural – Farms and Hobby Farms
- Rentals, seasonal and recreational
- Buildable lots and land
Contact Lanesboro EDA for more information and resources.

Transportation

Roads to Lanesboro
- Minnesota State Hwy 16
- Minnesota State Hwy 250
- County Road 8
- County Road 21

Highways
- US-52 – 6 miles
- I-90 – 40 miles

Airports
- Rochester International Airport (RST) – 39.7 miles
- La Crosse Regional Airport (LSE) – 57.3 miles
- Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) – 117 miles

Shuttles/Drivers
- Semcac Rolling Hills Transit
- Semcac Rolling Hills Volunteer Drivers (age 60+)
- Semcac Rolling Hills Mobility (accessible transportation with enhanced assistance)

Churches

Bethlehem Lutheran Church
Saint Patrick’s Catholic Church
Union Prairie Lutheran Church
Elstad Church

Community Organizations

Lanesboro Area Community Foundation
American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary
- Henry M. Guttormson, Post #40
Lanesboro Area Chamber of Commerce
Lanesboro Heritage Preservation
Lanesboro Arts

Recreation

Root River State Trail – Connects over 60 miles of paved trails
Root River – Enjoy fishing, canoeing, kayaking, tubing and relaxing
Great parks for play, picnics, music, events, gatherings and more
Fishing ponds – Accessible docks
Basketball and Volleyball Courts
Pickleball at the Community Center
Nearby hiking trails
Four-season recreation opportunities

Tourism

Lanesboro is a premier Minnesota destination.
- Historic charming downtown
- Recreation – biking, Root River, camping, fishing, and more
- Unique shopping and dining experiences
- Arts – Theaters, galleries, and music
- Events and festivals – year-round
Visit lanesboro.com to learn more.

Education

Lanesboro Public School
- Kindergarten through 12th grade
- Current enrollment approximately 400
- Strong core education – score in top 10% in Minnesota
- Average student/teacher ratio 13 to 1
- Athletic and extracurricular activities
- Visit lanesboro.k12.mn.us to learn more

Higher Education
- Winona State University – 38 miles
- Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota (Winona, MN) – 39 miles
- Rochester Community and Technical College – 35 miles
- University of Minnesota Rochester – 35 miles
- University of Wisconsin La Crosse – 45 miles
- Western Technical College (La Crosse, WI) – 43 miles
- Viterbo University (La Crosse, WI) – 43 miles
- University of Minnesota – Twin Cities – 125 miles

Childcare

Lanesboro Child Care Center (LCCC)
- Joined to the Lanesboro Public School District K-12 building
- Children 6 weeks to 12 years old
- Licensed for up to 98 children
- Experienced, qualified teachers and support staff
- Adjacent to school gymnasium and indoor and outdoor play areas
- Visit lanesboro.k12.mn.us to learn more.

Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center – Nature Preschool
- Kindergarten readiness program for ages 3–5
- Nature-based learning to nurture the whole child
- Visit eaglebluffmn.org/preschool to learn more.

Semcac Head Start – Fillmore County
- Visit semcac.org/head-start to learn more.

Health & Wellness

Medical Care & Healthcare
- Olmsted Medical Center – Preston, Chatfield, Spring Valley
- Winona Health – Rushford Clinic
- Gundersen Harmony Clinic
- Mayo Clinic – Rochester
Hospitals
- Olmsted Medical Center – Rochester
- Winona Health – Winona
- Mayo Clinic Hospitals – Saint Mary’s and Methodist, Rochester
- Gundersen Hospital – La Crosse, WI
Pharmacy’s
- Hy-Vee HealthMarket RX – Preston
- Witt’s Pharmacy – Rushford
Dentists & Oral Health
- Rushford Dental Clinic
- Chatfield Dental Care
- Spring Valley Dental
Chiropractic Care
- River Hills Chiropractic – Lanesboro
- Rushford Chiropractic Health – Dr. Hinz – Rushford
- Dustin Arndt – Preston
Physical Therapy
- ActivePT – Preston
- Winona Health – Rushford Clinic
- Gundersen Harmony Clinic – Harmony
Fitness Center
- Action Fitness – Lanesboro
Massage Therapist
- Lilies Boutique Day Spa – Lanesboro
- Jen You 1 Touch – Lanesboro
- Waniya Healing – Lanesboro

Art Campus

Lanesboro is Minnesota’s only art campus!
- The Lanesboro Arts Campus is a layered and memorable arts experience integrated into the fabric of Lanesboro that builds on and is designed to enhance and connect existing assets—the river, scenery, recreation, history, and downtown—while extending art into the community.
- By utilizing art, design, and history to maintain, strengthen, and link what’s unique and authentic about Lanesboro, the area’s active and engaged community, has made visible progress in stimulating economic growth and improving quality of life.
- Not only does Lanesboro offer Lanesboro Arts, but you will also encounter multiple theaters, museums, churches, and cultural centers.
Learn more at lanesboroarts.org/arts-campus