COMMUNITIES
Find Your Place in the Twin Cities
From the South Metro to the North Metro, Minneapolis to St. Paul, I know these markets and can help you find the right fit.
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A family favorite in Dakota County with top rated ISD 196 schools, strong resale values, and a true neighborhood feel. Home to the Minnesota Zoo, live music at Kelley Park all summer, and over 80 restaurants and entertainment options.
A major hub in the metro anchored by the Mall of America, MSP International Airport, and the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge. Diverse housing options and excellent access to everything the Twin Cities has to offer.
Known for lakeside neighborhoods along Crystal Lake and easy access to retail and dining. Valleyfair Amusement Park is right in the backyard and Buck Hill offers skiing in winter and live music in summer.
One of the most connected suburbs in the south metro with easy access to both downtowns via 35E and Cedar Avenue. Home to top rated ISD 196 schools, a diverse mix of housing, and a major redevelopment era underway with thousands of new housing units planned and major employers like Amazon and Solventum moving in.
An affordable and growing Dakota County community with genuine small town character. Attracting buyers who want space, newer homes, and room to grow.
A historic river town with a charming walkable downtown, beautiful Mississippi bluff views, and a tight knit community. Some of the most unique and character rich homes in the south metro.
A charming mix of established neighborhoods and newer development along the Mississippi bluffs. Offers a quieter pace, strong community ties, and easy freeway access to both downtowns.
Home to more than 77,000 residents and ranked number one in the Twin Cities for residential building permits in 2025. Over 90 places to eat and drink, 100 miles of trails, and Lake Marion for summer water sports.
An established and prestigious community nestled between the Minnesota and Mississippi rivers. Known for quiet streets, executive homes, and a top tier location just minutes from both downtowns and the airport.
One of the most desirable lake communities in the south metro with waterfront living, top rated schools, and a lively dining scene. Mystic Lake Casino and Legends Golf Club are right in town.
An affordable inner ring suburb bordering Minneapolis with easy freeway access and a strong sense of community. Popular with first time buyers and those wanting city convenience at suburban prices.
A rapidly developing suburb with excellent ISD 196 schools and a small town atmosphere close to the metro. An $800 million Meta data center is currently under construction, signaling major economic growth ahead.
Growing fast with a mix of new builds and established neighborhoods along the Minnesota River. Great parks, easy access to river trails, and a tight community feel close to Mystic Lake and Prior Lake.
One of the most exclusive communities in the Twin Cities with large estate lots, mature trees, and a serene rural feel just minutes from the airport and downtown St. Paul.
An affordable and conveniently located inner ring suburb with easy access to St. Paul and the south metro. Growing interest from buyers seeking urban convenience at suburban prices.
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A small and growing river town along the Minnesota River with a genuine small town character and affordable housing. One of the more hidden gems in the southwest metro.
A charming community known for being the home of Prince and Paisley Park. Open spaces, great parks, and a small town feel with easy access to the southwest metro corridor.
A historic river town along the Minnesota River with a walkable downtown, beautiful scenery, and a strong sense of community. Growing fast with new development while preserving its small town character.
An exclusive and scenic community along the south shore of Lake Minnetonka known for beautiful homes, wooded lots, and a quiet residential atmosphere.
One of the most desirable suburbs in the metro with top rated schools, beautiful parks, and a thriving retail and dining corridor along Prairie Center Drive. Home to major employers, the MN Vikings headquarters, and easy access to both downtowns.
An upscale inner ring suburb known for 50th and France, one of the Twin Cities most beloved shopping and dining districts. Excellent schools, beautiful neighborhoods, and a walkable lifestyle close to Minneapolis.
A charming small town on the shores of Lake Minnetonka with a walkable main street, boutique shops, restaurants, and one of the most picturesque settings in the metro.
A desirable first ring suburb five miles west of downtown Minneapolis with historic homes, award winning schools, and an abundance of parks. Combines suburban appeal with urban convenience.
A vibrant and walkable inner ring suburb with a thriving Mainstreet district full of local shops, restaurants, and live entertainment. One of the most up and coming communities in the west metro.
A small and charming community along the north shore of Lake Minnetonka with a quaint downtown and a peaceful neighborhood feel close to the lake.
One of the fastest growing and most popular suburbs in the north metro with excellent schools, beautiful parks, and a thriving retail and dining corridor at The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes. A top destination for families in the Twin Cities.
A semi-rural community with large lot homes, equestrian properties, and beautiful open spaces. Close to the lake communities and Plymouth with a peaceful country feel.
A large and diverse suburb stretching along the south shore of Lake Minnetonka. Great schools, abundant parks, and a mix of housing from starter homes to executive estates.
One of the smallest and most exclusive communities on Lake Minnetonka with stunning waterfront estates and a serene residential atmosphere.
A rural and scenic community along the western shores of Lake Minnetonka with large lots, beautiful landscapes, and a quiet lifestyle. Perfect for buyers seeking privacy and natural beauty.
A charming lake community on the western end of Lake Minnetonka with a walkable downtown, strong community spirit, and beautiful waterfront access.
One of the most prestigious lake communities in the metro with executive estates, pristine shoreline, and top rated Orono schools. A true destination for luxury lake living.
One of the largest cities in Minnesota with excellent schools, a strong business community, and beautiful Medicine Lake. Known for its trails, parks, and well planned neighborhoods.
A peaceful lake community with wooded neighborhoods, beautiful parks, and easy access to Lake Minnetonka. Great schools and a quiet suburban lifestyle.
A first ring suburb just minutes from Minneapolis with walkable neighborhoods, a great dining scene at The West End, and excellent access to the broader metro. Home to the Coen brothers and a thriving local arts culture.
A small and intimate lake community on Lake Minnetonka with beautiful waterfront properties and a tight knit neighborhood feel.
A growing community with a charming downtown, beautiful parks, and easy access to Carver Park Reserve. A great option for buyers seeking a quieter lifestyle close to the lake communities.
The jewel of Lake Minnetonka with boutique shopping, waterfront dining, and beautiful views of the lake year round. One of the most sought after communities in the entire Twin Cities metro.
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A small and charming St. Croix River town with beautiful historic homes, scenic bluff views, and a tight knit community feel. Just minutes from Stillwater and the Wisconsin border.
A growing south metro community with 30 parks, newer neighborhoods, and strong South Washington County schools. Easy access to the metro via Highway 61 and I-494.
A scenic and semi-rural community with large lots, beautiful open spaces, and easy access to both St. Paul and Stillwater. Popular with buyers seeking elbow room without sacrificing metro convenience.
A charming lake community along White Bear Lake with top rated schools, beautiful waterfront properties, and a quiet residential atmosphere just northeast of St. Paul.
A diverse and convenient first ring suburb of St. Paul with great parks, easy freeway access, and a wide range of housing options at competitive price points.
A historic and charming first ring suburb with a cozy six block Main Street, brick storefronts, and a tight knit community feel. Home to Neumann's Bar, the oldest continuously operating bar in Minnesota.
A small and affordable community along the St. Croix River corridor with a tight knit feel and easy access to both St. Paul and the east metro.
A well established east metro suburb with affordable housing, good schools, and convenient access to both St. Paul and the I-694 corridor. A solid choice for buyers seeking value in the east metro.
The Birthplace of Minnesota and one of the most picturesque towns in the entire state. A thriving riverfront downtown with 20 plus patios and rooftops, 50 plus boutiques, wineries, breweries, paddlewheel cruises, and year round festivals along the beautiful St. Croix River.
A convenient and affordable north east metro suburb with easy access to both downtowns, good schools, and a variety of housing options. A great value for buyers looking in the Ramsey County area.
A beloved lake community northeast of St. Paul with a vibrant downtown, strong community spirit, and beautiful White Bear Lake at the center of it all. One of the most established and desirable communities in the east metro.
One of the fastest growing and most popular suburbs in the east metro with excellent schools, beautiful parks, and a thriving retail corridor at Woodbury Lakes and Tamarack Village. A top destination for families relocating to the Twin Cities.
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A quiet and prestigious north metro suburb home to major employers like Land O'Lakes and Boston Scientific. Beautiful parks, great schools in the Mounds View district, and a peaceful residential atmosphere close to I-35W.
A large and growing north metro community known as the home of the National Sports Center, one of the largest sports complexes in the world. Great schools, abundant parks, and a wide range of housing options for families.
An affordable and diverse first ring suburb just north of Minneapolis with easy freeway access and a community focused on revitalization and growth. Great location for buyers seeking value close to the city.
The sixth largest city in Minnesota with a diverse and growing community, strong parks system, and excellent access to the northwest metro corridor. Home to a growing technology and healthcare employment base.
A charming north metro community along the Mississippi River with great parks, good schools, and a friendly neighborhood feel. Popular with families looking for affordability and a quieter pace of life.
A small and tight knit community in the north metro with affordable housing, good schools in the Centennial district, and easy access to I-35W and the broader metro.
Columbia Heights
A first-ring suburb just north of Minneapolis with a diverse community, an eclectic local food scene on Central Avenue, and some of the most affordable housing close to the city.
A large and family friendly north metro community along the Mississippi River with abundant parks, the beautiful Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park, and a wide range of housing options at competitive prices.
A small but vibrant inner ring suburb home to the Minnesota State Fairgrounds and the University of Minnesota St. Paul campus. Walkable, diverse, and full of character just minutes from both downtowns.
A convenient and affordable first ring suburb just north of Minneapolis with easy highway access, a growing business corridor along University Avenue, and a strong sense of community.
A growing north metro community with a rural feel, large lots, newer neighborhoods, and top rated Forest Lake Area schools. Perfect for buyers who want space and a quieter lifestyle without going too far from the metro.
A semi-rural north metro community with beautiful natural areas, large lot homes, and a peaceful atmosphere. Popular with buyers seeking more space and a slower pace close to the metro.
A small and centrally located suburb between St. Paul and the north metro with easy freeway access, affordable housing, and a tight knit community feel.
A well established first ring suburb with beautiful Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park, good schools, and easy access to both Minneapolis and St. Paul via I-35W and I-694.
An affordable and convenient first ring suburb just west of Brooklyn Center with easy access to Minneapolis and a strong community feel. Good parks and a wide range of housing at approachable price points.
One of the most unique and exclusive communities in the metro. A private city with no public roads, beautiful wooded lots, and a serene lifestyle just north of St. Paul.
A hip and up and coming inner ring suburb with a thriving Broadway Avenue dining scene, walkable neighborhoods, and a strong arts community. One of the most exciting small cities in the northwest metro right now.
A well located and established suburb between Minneapolis and St. Paul with Rosedale Center, excellent parks, and easy access to both downtowns via I-35W and I-694. Great schools and a wide range of housing options.
A small and charming city straddling Hennepin and Ramsey counties with beautiful Mississippi riverfront access, walkable neighborhoods, and a strong sense of community close to both downtowns.
A well planned and family friendly north metro suburb with an award winning community center, beautiful parks, and top rated Mounds View schools. Consistently ranked among the best places to live in Minnesota.
A small and affordable north metro community straddling Anoka and Ramsey counties with easy access to I-35W and a quiet residential character. A solid value option for buyers in the north metro.
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Half of this East Side neighborhood is Battle Creek Regional Park with hilly wooded trails, mountain biking, and the only cross country ski area in St. Paul with snow making capabilities. A solid mix of daily conveniences and international dining options make it one of St. Paul's most livable and recreational communities.
Home to the Minnesota State Fair and Como Park Zoo and Conservatory, Como may be St. Paul's most visited neighborhood and a wonderful place to live. A beloved lake with boat rentals, golf course, outdoor pool, wooded trails, and a healthy mix of affordable midsize homes make it one of the most recreational communities in the city.
Just east of downtown along sacred Dakota land, Dayton's Bluff honors indigenous history through Indian Mounds Regional Park, Bruce Vento Nature Sanctuary, and the Intertribal Cultural Corridor featuring over a dozen murals along East 7th Street. A diverse and welcoming community with global dining and deep cultural roots.
St. Paul's historic city center with Minnesota Wild hockey, concerts at Palace Theatre, free music in Mears Park, and the stunning CHS Field for minor league baseball. The Science Museum of Minnesota, Minnesota Children's Museum, and Minnesota History Center make it a destination for families and history lovers alike.
A large and diverse east side community with deep neighborhood roots, a wide range of affordable housing options, and easy access to Battle Creek Regional Park and the broader east metro corridor.
Home to Allianz Field and the Midway district, one of St. Paul's most connected and up and coming commercial corridors along University Avenue. The Creative Enterprise Zone sits within this area, a hub for artists, makers, and entrepreneurs with over 60 public murals, a thriving brewery scene, and Can Can Wonderland. Easy Green Line light rail access makes this one of the most accessible neighborhoods in the city.
One of St. Paul's most sought after neighborhoods with direct access to Mississippi River trails, a thriving retail and dining corridor, Highland National Golf Course, and the new 55 acre Highland Bridge mixed use development bringing condos, rowhomes, and public gathering spaces.
Anchored by Macalester College and surrounded by the Mississippi River, Highland Park, Union Park, and Summit Hill. Stroller friendly sidewalks, excellent parks, highly rated schools, and a thriving local dining scene make it a top choice for young families seeking a walkable urban lifestyle.
Merriam Park / Lexington-Hamline
Home to the University of St. Thomas with large early 20th century homes and commercial corridors along Marshall and Selby avenues filled with local merchants. Rondo, once the heart of St. Paul's most prominent African American community, runs through this area with the Rondo Commemorative Plaza and annual Rondo Days celebration honoring that rich history. Shadow Falls Park offers a secluded scenic hike and its western location makes Minneapolis easily accessible.
Rice Street runs through the heart of the North End connecting a diverse mix of international dining options with neighborhood pride and green space. The Gateway State Trail begins here on its 18 mile journey east to Stillwater, making it a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
Home to Lake Phalen and Phalen Regional Park with St. Paul's only public beach, a golf course, sailing lessons, and a 5K trail circling the lake. The Little Africa district on the corner of Snelling and LaFond Avenues celebrates African-owned businesses and culture within this diverse East Side community. Hmong Village marketplace with hundreds of vendors adds to the rich cultural tapestry here.
Perched on St. Paul's northwest corner adjacent to the University of Minnesota with a distinctive small town feel, curvy tree lined streets, a thriving local dining and brewery scene, and the best Independence Day parade in the city.
Home to Summit Avenue, considered the longest stretch of Victorian era homes in the country, with former residences of F. Scott Fitzgerald and other notable figures. Grand Avenue runs parallel as one of the Twin Cities most beloved streets for independent shops, cozy pubs, and local dining.
A diverse and historic neighborhood anchored by the Cathedral of Saint Paul with the Rondo cultural corridor running through its heart. Rondo was once the center of St. Paul's most prominent African American community, and its legacy lives on through the Rondo Commemorative Plaza, Rondo Days celebration every July, and thriving businesses along Selby Avenue.
Formally known as Thomas-Dale but beloved locally as Frogtown, this diverse neighborhood north of University Avenue is a true melting pot of cultures. Home to the Little Mekong cultural district, a Southeast Asian corridor established in the 1970s when Hmong refugees settled in St. Paul, with a remarkable variety of international dining, the Hmong Cultural Center Museum, and specialty markets celebrating the cultures of all countries bordering the Mekong River.
St. Paul's original neighborhood extending from downtown to Crosby Farm Regional Park with a thriving corridor of trendy dining, vintage stores, and a strong local brewery scene including Summit Brewing. A modern streetcar is set to operate along the route by 2032.
The only St. Paul neighborhood on the south side of the Mississippi and home to District Del Sol, best known for its vibrant Mexican heritage along Cesar Chavez Street. Harriet Island Regional Park and Padelford Riverboat cruises offer stunning riverfront experiences with some of the best views of the St. Paul skyline.
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Home to the beautiful Chain of Lakes and Theodore Wirth Park, this southwest Minneapolis community is a paradise for outdoor lovers. Uptown sits at its heart with multitudes of restaurants, bars, boutique shops, and lively nightlife just steps from the water.
Located in the city's northwestern corner, Camden and Near North offer tree lined streets, easy access to scenic parks along the Mississippi River, and a strong community focused on growth and cultural landmarks. A diverse and evolving area with real neighborhood character.
Three stadiums, river walks, world class theaters, live music venues, hotels, shopping, and some of the best dining in the state all within a walkable urban setting. Downtown Minneapolis is the pulse of the city.
Set along the Mississippi River Gorge with Minnehaha Falls at its heart, Longfellow combines natural beauty with unique local shopping and dining. A charming south Minneapolis community with strong neighborhood pride and classic bungalow homes.
Named after the lake at its center, Nokomis balances natural splendor with some of the most original dining and shopping experiences in south Minneapolis. Lake Nokomis draws sailors, kayakers, and swimmers all summer long.
Along the Mississippi River with a vibrant arts scene, numerous galleries, studios, murals, and the cobblestone streets of historic St. Anthony Main. Northeast is one of the most creative and authentic neighborhoods in the city with a thriving brewery culture to match.
Minneapolis's trendiest neighborhood with a bustling nightlife, innovative restaurants, and boutique shops in beautifully converted warehouse spaces. The North Loop has become one of the most sought after urban living destinations in the Twin Cities.
A culturally rich south Minneapolis community with a vibrant culinary scene representing the city's Somali, Native American, and Mexican communities. Home to the American Swedish Institute and the Midtown Global Market.
Known for diverse shops, international restaurants, and George Floyd Square, a powerful community memorial and center for activism. Powderhorn has a strong arts community, colorful murals, and a deep sense of neighborhood identity.
Made up of several beloved neighborhoods including Linden Hills, Fulton, and Armatage, Southwest Minneapolis is known for beautiful parks, well maintained tree lined streets, Lake Harriet, and a diverse culinary scene ranging from cozy cafes to trendy eateries.
Centered around the University of Minnesota with lively student energy, a diverse and artsy vibe, and trendy hotspots in Dinkytown and Stadium Village. Easy light rail access makes this one of the most connected neighborhoods in the city.
Made famous by Prince, Uptown is a youthful fusion of global cuisine, local retail, and lively nightlife with the Chain of Lakes just beyond the bustling Hennepin and Lake intersection. One of the most energetic and beloved neighborhoods in Minneapolis.
Filled with arts, culture, and culinary experiences, Whittier and Lyndale is the ideal neighborhood to explore Minneapolis's creative side. A diverse and walkable community with galleries, theaters, and some of the best international dining in the city.