Waseca
Waseca, MN
Area Guide
A lake-filled suburb and a laid-back environment
A peaceful city with a bit of seclusion, Waseca sits in the suburbs of south Minnesota, located about 72 miles south of Minneapolis. Residents appreciate this city’s small town charm, along with its historic roots and community spirit. The Waseca County Historical Society keeps up this town’s historic sites. Both Clear Lake and Loon Lake sit within this city, so locals can enjoy fishing, boating, swimming, and camping.
The Waseca County Fairgrounds hold seasonal community events, while Waseca Water Park offers seasonal family-friendly fun. There are quite a few pubs, pizza parlors, and Mexican grills throughout the city. Residents of Waseca enjoy grabbing a drink, a bite to eat, and live music at the Boat House Bar and Grill off of Clear Lake. Rentals are very affordable in this suburb, and public schools are highly-ranked, including Hartley Elementary near Clear Lake Park.
Rent Trends
As of November 2025, the average apartment rent in Waseca, MN is $612 for one bedroom, $853 for two bedrooms, and $1,267 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Waseca has increased by 0.7% in the past year.
Transportation
Somewhat Walkable
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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Bikeable
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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Schools
Waseca Intermediate Elementary School
Public
Grades 4-6
359 Students
Public
Grades PK-3
449 Students
Public
Grades 7-8
259 Students
Public
Grades 7-8
4 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
607 Students
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.