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Eagan

Eagan

$452,004 Average Value
$209 Average Price per Sq Ft
35 Homes For Sale

Eagan blends classic suburban living with outdoor fun

The suburban community of Eagan attracts buyers looking for an established area with plenty of green space and all the shops and restaurants they need. The city has a wide range of houses on wooded lots, as well as outdoor destinations like Lebanon Hills Regional Park, the largest park in Dakota County. Residents also benefit from highly rated schools and quick connections to downtown Minneapolis and the rest of the Twin Cities. When it’s time to celebrate, people come together for multiday festivals and special events in the Viking Lakes district.

Homes in Eagan often have lush front lawns.
Homes in Eagan often have lush front lawns.
An aerial look at Eagan housing.
An aerial look at Eagan housing.
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What buyers can pay for ramblers, New Traditional houses and townhomes

The area has a mix of ramblers, split-level houses and two-story New Traditional homes. Prices can range from the lower $200,000s for a smaller home to upwards of $1.5 million for a large contemporary property. Townhomes often run from the mid-$100,000s to the upper $700,000s. There are also condos and duplex units that usually sell between the upper $100,000s and the lower $500,000s. The community’s prices tend to be higher than in nearby Burnsville, on par with Inver Grove Heights and well below Mendota Heights. The area’s housing stock and value help it stand out. “Neighborhoods in Eagan are more mature than other areas in the south metro,” says Austin Eaton, a Realtor with Real Broker who works in the city. “You've got more privacy, a majority of older builds from the '80s to the 2000s and plenty of wooded lots that are appealing to a lot of people.”

Ranch-style homes are popular in Eagan.
Ranch-style homes are popular in Eagan.
New Traditional homes make up a large slice of housing in Eagan.
New Traditional homes make up a large slice of housing in Eagan.
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There's plenty to do at Lebanon Hills Regional Park

Eagan's park system centers around Lebanon Hills Regional Park. It’s the largest park in Dakota County, spanning nearly 2,000 acres, and it provides more than 20 miles of trails, plus chances for canoeing and kayaking on Schulze Lake. You can also go swimming or relax in the sun at Schulze Lake Beach. Each winter, the park’s hiking paths turn into cross-country skiing trails, and ice fishing becomes popular. Elsewhere, the city’s parks tend to have sports courts and playgrounds. Eagan Central Park stands out for its splash pad and amphitheater.

Visitors can bike to and through Lebanon Hills Regional Park.
Visitors can bike to and through Lebanon Hills Regional Park.
Residents can take a stroll through Eagan Central Park in all weather.
Residents can take a stroll through Eagan Central Park in all weather.
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Eagan High School serves the area.
Eagan High School serves the area.

Most students fall under District 196

Three public school districts serve Eagan, though most of the city falls under the highly rated District 196, also known as Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan Public Schools. Glacier Hills Elementary School of Arts & Science is a magnet school with a dedicated STEAM lab. Other students are zoned for District 197 and District 191. Trinity School at River Ridge is a highly rated private option for grades 6-12.

Eagan's transit station helps people get around the area.
Eagan's transit station helps people get around the area.

Commuters have a short drive to downtown Minneapolis

Interstates 35E and 494 help drivers quickly get around the area, as does state Highway 77. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is about 10 miles away, and downtown Minneapolis is just over 15 miles out. “Eagan is incredibly convenient for commuting into both Twin Cities,” Eaton says. “I can be in Minneapolis or Saint Paul in less than a 30-minute drive or be at the airport in less than 10. There’s no other community in my mind that’s better.” Both Metro Transit and the Minnesota Valley Transit Authority have buses that stop in the area. While some residents commute elsewhere, others stay in the city to work for companies like Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Minnesota and Hunt Electric.

The city has several restaurants and an outlet mall

Residents are proud of the city’s dining options and shopping centers. “People move from all over the country for the great quality of life in Eagan,” says Michael Murphy, a resident of more than 25 years and a Realtor with Epique Realty. “It has everything; we don't need to leave the city for anything.” You can whet your appetite at places like:

  • Doolittles Woodfire Grill, a rotisserie-style restaurant
  • Jensen's Food & Cocktails, a steak-and-seafood spot open since 1996
  • Union 32 Craft House, a brewpub with 32 craft beers on tap and an all-day Sunday happy hour
People often go shopping at the Twin Cities Premium Outlets, home to stores like Coach, Levi’s and Polo Ralph Lauren. You’re also a few miles from the Mall of America, where visitors can check out an indoor theme park and a mini-golf course when they need a break from shopping.

Jensen's Food & Cocktails serves steak and seafood in Eagan.
Jensen's Food & Cocktails serves steak and seafood in Eagan.
Twin Cities Premium Outlets is an outdoor mall with dozens of premium brands.
Twin Cities Premium Outlets is an outdoor mall with dozens of premium brands.
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The Minnesota Ice Festival takes place at TCO stadium at Viking Lakes in Eagan.
The Minnesota Ice Festival takes place at TCO stadium at Viking Lakes in Eagan.

Eagan Funfest and other events are a big draw

The Eagan community comes together for several family-friendly events throughout the year. Some of the city’s most popular celebrations include Eagan Market Fest, a summer and fall weekly market with live entertainment. Around the Fourth of July, Eagan Funfest brings a multiday celebration that includes a carnival, a parade and fireworks. More events are held at Viking Lakes, a district that houses the Minnesota Vikings’ headquarters and luxury apartments. The district’s events can range from sports games to family movie nights and the Minnesota Ice Festival.

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Schools

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Area Facts

Number of Homes
724
Number of Homes for Sale
35
Median Year Built
2012
Months of Supply
4.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,652
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,943
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,017
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
780
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,196

Open Houses

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Eagan Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
9
Median Rent
$2,275
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,163
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,163
Median Townhouse Rent
$3,150
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$3,175
Median Condo Rent
$2,113
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$2,113

Demographics

Total Population
68,211
Median Age
41
Population under 18
23.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$100,664
Above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$125,573

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.8%
College Graduates
52.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19%
% Population in Labor Force
76.3%
Above the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
31''
Average Winter Low Temperature
9°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
60''

Area Factors

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability®

50 / 100

Somewhat walkable

Walkability®

30 / 100

Limited public transit

Transit®

20 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
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