Living in Sherburn

Welcome to Sherburn
With a population of 1137, Sherburn is located in southern Minnesota at the junction of Interstate 90 and State Highway 4, just south of Fox Lake.
We are a Plan A Statutory City, and have been a municipal corporation since 1879.
We welcome you to come and explore Sherburn and the surrounding areas.
Sherburn is a great place to live!
Sherburn offers small-town living with affordable housing, a strong sense of community, and convenient access to Interstate 90.
Residents enjoy a quiet, safe environment, quality schools, nearby lakes and outdoor recreation, and a short drive to Fairmont for shopping, healthcare, and employment.
Sherburn provides an excellent quality of life for families, retirees, and commuters looking for a friendly community in southern Minnesota.
Benefits of Living in Sherburn
Small Town Living
- Welcoming community – and still close knit
- People know their neighbors – watch out for each other
- Variety of community events – great for all ages
- Safe and quiet environment – peaceful living
Low Cost of Living
- Affordable single-family homes – first-time home buyers
- Great place to raise a family
- Great for retirees downsize and own their home
- Lower overall expenses – taxes, insurance, utilities, etc.
Great Location
- Located on Interstate 90 and Highway 4
- Fairmont, MN – 15 minutes
- Jackson, MN – 20 minutes
- Estherville, IA – 26 minutes
- Windom, MN – 30 minutes
- Blue Earth, MN – 34 minutes
- Worthington, MN – 42 mintues
- Mankato, MN – 1 hour
Healthy Community
- The City of Sherburn has been awarded a designation as Minnesota Green Step Cities. Sherburn currently has a achieved a Step 2 recognition. Visit greenstep.pca.state.mn.us to learn more.
- Access to great healthcare and senior care
- Active lifestyle opportunities
- Clean environment
- Strong community and social connections
Great School
- Martin County West Public Schools – website
- Brand new school being built
- Dedicated teachers and staff
- Small class sizes
- Great opportunities to participate in sports, music, theater, student organizations, and more.
Childcare
- Mary Brolsma – 507-764-2543
- Stephanie Kneeland – 507-764-2273
- Alexandra Lundgren – 515-341-6828
Welcoming Churches
- First Congregational Church of Sherburn
- Sherburn Assembly of God Regional Worship Center
- St. John’s Lutheran Church
- St. Luke’s Catholic Church
Community Organizations
- Sherburn Lions Club
- Martin County 4-H
- Martin County Historical Society
Recreation
- City Parks with playgrounds and picnic areas
- Ball fields and basketball courts
- Sherburn Movie Theatre
- Fox Lake Golf Course and other courses nearby
- Lakes nearby: Fox Lake, Temperance Lake, Budd Lake, Sisseton Lake, Hall Lake, Amber Lake
- Activities nearby:
- Boating, kayaking, canoeing, swimming, biking, walking, hiking
- Snowmobiling, ice fishing, sledding, cross-country skiing
- Fishing, Hunting, Wildlife watching
