Bordered by a winding bend of the Minnesota River, the city of Carver, MN, has a population of 4600 people. With a tight community, the poverty rate is just one percent.
According to Niche.com, Carver ranks as 35 of 138 best suburbs to buy a house in the state. The city is highly regarded for its historic preservation.
As a city on the riverfront, Carver has a history for being an area where Native Americans as well as early pioneers frequented as early as the 17th century. Johnathan Carver, exploring the river system on behalf of the British Empire, and mapped out the area; Carver's River, or Carver Creek as it's known today, was named after him.
By the turn of the 19th century, French trader Jean-Baptiste Faribault, set up the Little Rapids trading post in the area. In 1854, a village occupied by the Sisseton-Wahpeton existed there. One year later, and the city would have a range of businesses, only to later suffer collapse during the Dakota War of 1862. Approximately 500 pioneers were killed by war parties attacked settlements throughout the state.
Carver also suffered from a flood before its ultimate restoration beginning in 1969. In 2007, the city was designated a Preserve America Community.
Carver is widely considered to be among the most family-friendly cities in the state. Niche.com ranked it as 28 of 138 best suburbs to raise a family in Minnesota.
In 2017, the median property value in Carver was more than $322000. A large number of properties with approximately the same amount can be found in the neighborhoods on the city's north edge. Large properties on expansive lots can be found with riverfront views throughout the city as a whole.
There exist 12 total public school options for the children of Carver, which includes the reputable Chanhassen High School. The city is also served by Jordan Middle School and Chaska Middle School West, each of which is reputable in its own right.
According to Niche.com, was ranked as 35 of 138 suburbs with the best public schools in Minnesota
Carver has such a unique presence in its heritage, the whole city is available for exploration. A simple stroll through the city or a visit to any of the historical spots, including the marker for the Little Rapids Fur Post, serve as a glimpse into the beauty of the past.
Of course, many find their way to the bluffs or the riverside. Carver Riverplace Park is a popular attraction, and Carver Bluff Park features numerous amenities, including a soccer park.
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