Apartments for rent in New Brighton, MN

Overview of New Brighton

New Brighton, MN is a suburb that is firmly rooted in the history and culture of the Twin Cities, and renting an apartment here will allow you to experience the town's unique characteristics. With numerous parks, lakes, clubs and organizations, New Brighton makes the perfect home for residents who want to experience charming small-town living while still being in close proximity to the metropolitan areas of Minneapolis and St. Paul.

Living in New Brighton

Incorporated in 1891, New Brighton was originally home to the Minneapolis Stockyards and packing Company. As new residents moved into the area and public transportation options increased, a thriving community was born. Today, New Brighton is home to over 21,000 people, and the city offers a variety of recreational opportunities to cater to a diversified array of interests.

Residents of New Brighton will also find plenty of opportunities to become immersed in the community's numerous organizations. From Antique Car Run to the New Brighton Area Historical Society to the Mounds View Community Theatre, there is truly something here for everyone to get involved in.

Residents should also feel incredibly safe here, as New Brighton is widely recognized for its successful community policing and stands as a leading role model for other Minnesota crime prevention communities.

In terms of public transportation, New Brighton is served by the MetroTransit serving the Minneapolis/St. Paul Area.

Apartments in New Brighton-Study

Since New Brighton is within 10 miles of the Twin Cities, residents living here can easily commute to some of the best colleges and universities in the state, including the University of Minnesota, Hamline University, Augsburg College and Bethel University, among others.

Apartments in New Brighton-Work

In New Brighton, the local economy is driven by the education, healthcare, medical manufacturing, and produce industries, with some of the primary employers including the New Brighton Area School District, Medtox Laboratory, Donatelle, and H.Brooks and Company, among others.