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Plainview, MN vs Modesto, CA

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Plainview offers the best of both worlds to its 3,405 residents. Located 23 miles east of Rochester, this community retains its "small-town" character while providing  More

I was born and raised here (still currently live here) and there are some nice areas and not so nice areas. I really think we need to improve our community and create  More

It's fine. Lived here for over 10 years. Here's my breakdown. CONS: Crime rate: mostly on the westside, unless you live in better developed areas. Summer weather:  More

I know this website is probably only for adults, which I am not, but I thought perhaps adults would like to hear a kid's perspective of things, you know, if any adult  More