Home means different things to different people: safety, belonging, connection, and so much more. One visit to Waconia’s charming streets, and anyone will want to scoop up the nearest piece of real estate, if they haven’t already. One reason Waconia is such an amazing place to live is simple: the people are proud to call it theirs. Why? Let them tell you.
Agency Owner and President at Dawson & Associates of American Family Insurance, Jill Dawson - Home, to me, means community, and in the Waconia and Victoria area, it truly shows. From school events and local businesses to parades and sports, people genuinely show up for one another. It offers the perfect balance: close to the Twin Cities, yet peaceful and grounded enough to raise a family, build a business, and put down lasting roots.
Owner and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at Victoria Veterinary Hospital, Dr. Jessica Radtke Maltez - To me, home is a place to both thrive and recharge! I'm happy to be a resident and business owner in the Victoria community. Our town has friendly neighborhoods, beautiful lakes and trails, and amazing access to open spaces. Calling Victoria home allows me easy access to choose how to enjoy my time, from being cozy and watching the snowfall with my family, to getting out for a run in nature! The bonus of being a business owner in the community is how supported I feel from the kind people here, both at work and in my neighborhood.
Owner of Shape It Up Fitness, Megan VanEyll - I love calling Waconia home because I was born and raised here, and now I have the privilege of raising my family in the same community. From the golf course and the lake to the perfect downtown where my business is located, nothing beats seeing friendly faces everywhere and still making memories with my best friends from high school and their families.
Owner of The Stash of Waconia, Eleece Pink - Home is a place where life slows down, and memories are made. I love Waconia because the lake views bring a sense of calm, the downtown shops are full of character, and the small-town traditions create a sense of belonging you can’t find anywhere else!
Real Estate Agent at RE/MAX Results, Heather Reichenberger - When I think of home, I think of comfort, a place to unwind at the end of the day, and gather with my family and friends. Why do I love calling Waconia home? After having my first child, I knew it would be a perfect place to raise a family. Even though I didn’t grow up here, it still gives me a true sense of belonging.