Hudson, Wisconsin may be slightly outside of the Twin Cities’ outer ring of suburbs, but it still gives you easy access to big-city amenities from a community that preserves a small-town lifestyle. Some call Hudson the western gateway to Wisconsin, due in part to the large Interstate 94 bridge over the St. Croix River that connects Minnesota to Hudson, Wisconsin.

A friendly community full of opportunities for recreation and entertainment attracts many Twin Cities transplants to Hudson. Some look to Hudson real estate listings for larger lots or acres of land where they can establish a homestead or hobby farm. Others watch for historic Hudson homes for sale in the downtown area.

There are a wide variety of Hudson real estate listings, making Hudson a great choice for all types of lifestyles. Hudson homes for sale can range from less than $100,000 to over a $1 million. An Edina Realty REALTOR® can help you identify homes in your price range while giving you a better understanding of Hudson schools, Hudson neighborhoods and Hudson employment opportunities.

Hudson has one of the fastest growing school districts in Wisconsin. Parents, students, teachers and staff pride themselves in achieving continuous, measurable improvement and academic excellence. At the end of the 2009-10 academic year, 86% of elementary school students were reading at or above grade level, 91% of middle schools students mastered essential learning targets, and Hudson High School saw an increase in students who enrolled in AP courses as well as a decrease in the number of freshmen considered “at risk.”

Hudson School District has been recognized three times as “The Best Community for Music Education.” Complementing this honor is Hudson’s Phipps Center for the Arts, which offers performances, exhibitions and inspiring instruction to budding artists of all ages.

Big-stage musical acts and a plethora of other cultural activities are easily accessible from Hudson, Wisconsin. A drive into the heart of Minneapolis takes only 40 minutes. And if your travels take you to farther-flung locations, a shuttle makes it easy to get to the Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport.

Plan a visit to Hudson, Wisconsin. Shop or dine on the Historic Hudson Main Street or visit one of the area’s two state parks. Explore Hudson open houses and start looking for a Hudson home for sale that fits your lifestyle.