Maple Grove is a lively northwest Twin Cities suburb with a well‑developed Arbor Lakes shopping and dining area, abundant green space (Elm Creek Park Reserve), lakes and trails, convenient gyms and short‑term housing — great for multi‑week assignments that want comfort, activity, and easy errands.
Downtown Minneapolis is about 20–25 minutes away and Bloomington (Mall of America, major events) is similarly close, so city arts, pro sports, and nightlife are an easy drive while you still come home to a quieter, amenity‑rich base.