Anoka, Minnesota

Anoka, Minnesota is a city in Anoka County, Minnesota and is the county seat of Anoka County. The population is approximately 20,000. Anoka is also the self-proclaimed "Halloween Capital of the World", due to the fact that it hosted the first Halloween parade in 1920. In 1937, city officials persuaded Congress to officially grant the title.

Anoka is located at the confluence of the Rum and Mississippi Rivers, about 20 miles northwest of Minneapolis, near the Twin Cities Metropolitan area.

The Twin Cities Metropolitan Area and Anoka Apartments

The Twin Cities region is known for its thriving, diverse communities, five major sports leagues and its internationally acclaimed orchestras and museums. When renting an apartment in Anoka, you'll be a part of the nation's most economically healthy regions. Situated among lakes, rivers, parks and forests, the Twin Cities region is an ideal place to raise a family.

The University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota is located in the Twin Cities region and ranks among the most prestigious public universities in the United States. It serves as Minnesota's primary research university, with nationally renowned faculty and diverse fields of study. University apartments can be found in St. Paul, Minneapolis and throughout the Twin Cities region.