Altura, MN

Altura is a small town located in Hennepin County, Minnesota. The population was 1,521 at the 2010 census. Altura was founded in 1858 and named for the Altura mountain range in Spain. The town is located on the banks of the Mississippi River and is surrounded by farmland.

Real estate in Altura is dominated by single-family homes and duplexes. There are also a few small apartment complexes and commercial buildings. The median price of a home in Altura was $148,500 in January 2017, according to Zillow.com data. The average commute time to work is 25 minutes.

The economy of Altura is based largely on agriculture and manufacturing. However, there has been growth in the health care sector over recent years due to the presence of several hospitals in the area. There are also several businesses that provide services to farmers and manufacturers, such as accounting firms, real estate agents, insurance companies, and engineering firms.

The schools in Altura are generally good quality with strong academic programs. The town has two high schools ( Altura High School and Valley View High School) as well as one middle school (Hennepin Middle School). There are also several private schools available for children living in Altura.