Eagan MN Real Estate

Eagan has always been a preferred location for people who have work or lifestyles that take them all over the Twin Cities. Eagan is perched on the south side of the Minnesota River and crossed by Interstates 35E and 35W. This means that downtown Minneapolis and downtown St. Paul are equidistant, and only a few minutes away. The Mall of America is immediately across the river and almost within view. The Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport is nearly as close.

As a result, we get calls from folks who work at the airport and want to buy Eagan real estate. With proximity to the airport, and any other amenity you could wish for, it just makes sense. The variety of townhomes available in Eagan at sensible prices are excellent options for airline attendants, mechanics, and pilots. A plethora of townhome choices include new and recently built construction by Rottlund, Town&Country, Pulte, and others. It is pretty easy to pick up a nice, newer two story slab-on-grade two-bedroom two-bath two-car end unit with vaulted ceilings and a fireplace for under 200k. Association fees of $150 per month or less usually include snow removal, lawn care, water/sewer, outside maintenance, and garbage pickup, making this an easy lifestyle for people who are always traveling or wintering in Florida.

Eagan is a dynamo of growth and activity. It was incorporated in 1974 with a population of 17,000; today it stands at 67,500 and is still expecting more growth. People are attracted to the schools, the business environment, lakes, parks, and recreational opportunities. If you visit Eagan, the first thing you will probably notice is the incredible abundance of trees. Eagan makes every effort to preserve the natural beauty by preserving parks, wetlands, nature reserves, and even some old farmsteads of historic importance and aesthetic value. Eagan´s park are numerous, large, and beautiful. View outdoor sculpture and flower gardens. Find acitivities at the outdoor skate park, bike parks, the winter sliding hill at Trapp Farm Park, or one of the city´s many sports fields. Even with all of the wealth of outdorr activities, Eagan is the eighth largest community in the state. Eagan was recently named by US Money Magazine as the 12th best place to live.

A large reason for this is undoubtedly the local economy. Employers here include
Thomson West, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Northwest Airlines, Lockheed Martin, UPS, Midwest Coca Cola Bottling, Eco Lab, a major US Post Office facility, Freightmasters, Prime Therapeutics, Transport Corporation of America, Delta Dental, Best Brand Foods, Walmart, and Goodrich Corporation.

Apple Valley- Eagan-Rosemount Independent School District is a state and nationally recognized public school system, and is Minnesota’s fourth largest school district, serving approximately 28,000 students in early childhood programs through 12th grade. For 15 years in a row, For 15 consecutive years, the district has received the What Parents Want Most Award and has also been named a Gold Medal School District in Expansion Management Magazine. The district places a strong emphasis on its STEM (science, technology, engineering and math programs.)

Buying Eagan MN Real Estate

How much do homes in Eagan cost? At any given time, there are usually about twelve or thirteen dozen single family homes going for an average sale price in the upper 300’s. Right now, according to the Northstar Regional Eagan MN MLS, cost per square foot is about $139.00. What can you get in that mid range price of 500-800K? There are surprising values in new construction out there, including homes in Marcella Woods built by Wright Home that are adjacent to Lebanon Park. How about a spacious walkout rambler in Whispering Woods built by Vennehjem, complete with cherry and birch built-ins? Head on out to Homestead Village if you want to see an Arts and Crafts style neighborhood. Perhaps a brand new Thorson built two-story on a heavily wooded lot would be suitable.

The Eagan real estate market has something for everyone, including splits and multi-levels that make excellent starter homes. if you act quickly, you might be able to find a fixer upper under 200K. The market is favorable for buyers right now. However, the nicest ones and the ones at best value sell first, so call me at (651) 230 4889 and I can help you get information about listings as soon as they hit the market.

Your Eagan MN REALTOR

If you are a buyer or seller, my goal is to ensure a smooth transaction on terms that are favorable to you. If you are a seller, I can save you thousands of dollars in fees with our 2% 4% 5% full MLS service program. If you are a buyer, I can help you negotiate and provide you with the information you need to make an intelligent, confident decision. There is no obligation, so please call me at (651) 230 4889. I look forward to your call.

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