Minneapolis metro, MN relocation guide
Moving to Clearwater, MN
$310,000Median listing price
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About Clearwater
Clearwater is a small river city straddling Wright and Stearns counties, Minnesota, set between the Mississippi and Clearwater Rivers (per Wikipedia, read September 24, 2026). Population 1,922 at the 2020 census; most of the city lies in Wright County.
Home prices in Clearwater
The median listing price in Clearwater is $310,000.
Top places in Clearwater
- Nelson Bros. Restaurant & Bakery at Clearwater Travel Plaza
- Warner Lake County Park
- Riverside Park and the Parkway Trail along the Mississippi River.
- Historic district: 1861 First Congregational Church, 1863 Webster House, 1888 GAR Hall (National Register, per Wikipedia).
- Two disc golf courses and an archery park in town (campgrounds.wiki).
- Lion's Park
- Clearwater Legion Post
- Mississippi River boat and fishing access near the I-94 crossing.
Commuting from Clearwater
- Direct I-94 access; Minnesota State Highway 24 is the other main thoroughfare (per Wikipedia, read September 24, 2026).
- About 60 miles northwest of Minneapolis via I-94.
- Approximate drive to downtown Minneapolis: **~55–65 minutes** (approximate); to downtown St. Paul: **~65–75 minutes** (approximate).
Clearwater FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Clearwater, MN?
The median listing price in Clearwater is $310,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Clearwater, MN?
Direct I-94 access; Minnesota State Highway 24 is the other main thoroughfare (per Wikipedia, read September 24, 2026).
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.