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and commercial amenities but also a newer , more diverse housing stock for those looking for something more contemporary . A market-rate apartment building is also being constructed in downtown Farmngton , in an effort to provide additional energy to the area .
Rosemount also has many new industrial and housing developments especially on the east side and modern commercial sites along the County Road 42 strip . Among the new projects completed or in the works are a new Life Time fitness center , housing communities in Amber Fields , a new industrial job development and several restaurants and brewpubs .
Whatever your inclination — serene small town vibes or quiet suburban neighborhoods — Farmington and Rosemount have much to offer in the way of a positive lifestyle experience .
Apple Valley
The city of Apple Valley is known for being a vibrant hub of shopping and recreational activity in Dakota County . Its central location make the numerous businesses and attractions accessible to people in surrounding cities , such as Burnsville , Eagan , Lakeville , Rosemount and Farmington .
Most of the regional draw starts at one of the busiest intersections in the Twin Cities metro area at County Road 42
and Cedar Avenue . Surrounding this junction are restaurants of a wide variety offering a slice of worldwide ethnic cuisine and American standards . One can also find nearly every kind of shopping desire from major retailers to niche businesses offering unique items . There are also several new commercial retail sites in the city ’ s east side near its border with Rosemount .
Apple Valley is home to a range of amenities , including the state-operated Minnesota Zoo and the city-run Valleywood Golf Course , Apple Valley Aquatic Center , Apple Valley Community Center , Apple Valley Senior Center and 53 parks . The city has been named one of the most bike-friendly cities in the nation and it scores well on transit options as the Apple Valley Transit Station is one of the busiest in the state . The Red Line Bus Rapid Transit service runs throughout the day in a loop from Apple Valley to the Mall of America .
Apple Valley has scored well in past surveys for being a place that has options for seniors , commuters and young people to find recreation , access to transportation and affordable housing .
More information about what these cities have to offer can be found on their websites and check out Sun Thisweek and the Dakota County Tribune ’ s website at www . SunThisweek . com .
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