Winona Apartments and Rentals

Winona, Minn., is one of the most attractive cities along the Mississippi River. A rare gem, Winona manages to bridge the gap between a tiny river town and an urban city. The city's population was about 27,000 in 2010, according to City-Data. Winona offers a laid back way of life in the heart of the Minnesota-Wisconsin bluffs region. With towering bluffs surrounding the city and the mighty Mississippi roaring past, Winona makes for a refreshing change from most modern cities. Because much of its land occupies an island space, Winona gives its residents the chance to participate in numerous outdoor recreation activities. Those searching for Winona apartments for rent will be delighted to discover this city in the country.

Winona was founded in 1851 by a steamboat captain working along the Mississippi River. The lumber industry helped the city grow throughout the early 1900s, and its population soon reached the highest number in the immediate area. Much of the city's historic architecture remains, allowing residents to live in beautiful historic homes, in traditional and picturesque neighborhoods.

Winona is part of a large collegiate region of Minnesota and Wisconsin. Winona and nearby La Crosse, Wis., are home to a combined total of six large colleges and universities. Winona State University enrolls nearly 8,000 students annually, while Saint Mary's University and Minnesota State College enroll a combined 3,500 students. The only other city within the region, La Crosse, is about 25 miles from Winona and is home to a combined 13,500 students. Because of the tradition toward academic life in the area, those searching for Winona apartments will want to search for rentals ahead of time, as many of the city's rentals are occupied by students.

Because of its surrounding natural beauty and many historic neighborhoods, Winona is home to successful tourism industry. A few of the city's local attractions are must-sees for any visitor. The National Eagle Center, Minnesota Marine Art Museum, Mississippi Explorer Cruises, Winona County History Center, Pickwick Mill, Arches Museum of Pioneer Life and Seven Hawks Vineyards are just a few of the area's most popular attractions.

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