Algona, IA, made national news when it acquired the world's largest Cheeto. This gigantic snack was purchased by the town to increase interest in tourism for the area. Sounds tasty!
Algona has a history of welcoming newcomers
Algona, IA, made national news when it acquired the world's largest Cheeto. This gigantic snack was purchased by the town to increase interest in tourism for the area. Sounds tasty!
Algona has a history of welcoming newcomers. In 1894, the small town (4.51 square miles to be exact) -- along with Wesley and Dysart -- was integrated into the effort to assist the massive influx of orphans arriving in the US, as the result of booming levels of immigration. This project was widely known as the "Orphan Trains." The town of Algona welcomed nearly 100 orphans into its borders. Many of these orphans became lifelong residents, and it's easy to see why -- this place offers small-town living at its best, with a population of a little over 5,000 residents.
Moving to the area isn't hard. There are several local moving companies and drop offs for major moving truck rentals. This is convenient for those who don't want to incur extra mileage fees when having to turn in a moving truck to a more distant rental location.
Another thing to consider is tornadoes, which happen 179 percent more often here than in other areas. The locals will tell you they aren't to scary, so perhaps, you as well will soon learn to think of them as a minor weather nuisance.
Since Algona is a small town, there aren't any neighborhoods, or very many subdivisions in the area. There is one major subdivision, Meadow Ridge. Most other owner-occupied housing exists on privately owned land. Most rental housing in Algona, Iowa is also located on privately owned land, instead of neighborhoods and subdivisions. There are many choices for one-, two- and three-bedroom houses for rent in Algona, Iowa. In order to rent an apartment in Algona, Iowa, renters must contact management at one of the four major apartment complexes in the area. Renters can choose from one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, in addition to several studio apartments in Algona, Iowa.
Since Agona is so small, there isn't a heck of a lot to do, but eating isn't one of the things you have to miss out on. Residents and visitors alike can treat their palates to a variety of dining options, from espresso to foreign cuisine. Residents can also visit Camp Algona POW Museum, which commemorates the history of the military camp. Most people around here enjoy peaceful nature walks in the city parks or a visit to the Algona Marine Aquarium. Nightlife isn't in the vocabulary in this area. For that, you can always head over to the Algona Municipal Airport and take a trip somewhere a little less quiet, if that's your sort of thing.
