Lino Lakes is a Twin Cities suburb where daily life centers around the outdoors. At the heart of all the recreation is the Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Reserve, which spans 5,500 acres. Besides the many trails and parks along the water, there are sprawling homes that are right on the lake. The city is not just for nature lovers. Easy highway access means commuters can reach Saint Paul in 20 miles and Minneapolis in 25 miles.
Lino Lakes stands out among the surrounding suburbs with its abundance of lakes and parkland. There are 13 lakes in the Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Reserve, offering plenty of opportunities for boating, fishing and kayaking. Hiking trails wrap around the water, and you can soak up the sun at the sandy Centerville Lake Beach. There’s plenty to do beyond the lakes as well, with city parks and amenities like:
You can find plenty of newer homes and townhouses in Lino Lakes, including sprawling New Traditional and modern Craftsman styles. There are also some mid-20th-century split-level and ranch-style houses. Waterfront properties tend to have more windows and large backyards with private docks.
Lino Lakes' housing market is very competitive, partially because so few people are leaving. “Once you live on the lake, you really don’t want to sell,” says Realtor Dee Thor with the Lino Lakes Real Estate Group. Prices generally range from the mid-$200,000s to the mid-$800,000s, but larger lakefront properties can cost over $1.4 million. The median single-family home price is in the mid-$500,000s, which is more expensive than in nearby communities like Circle Pines.
Lino Lakes is part of the Centennial School District 12, which earns an A-minus from Niche. Students at the B-plus-rated Centennial High School can enroll in career pathways such as computer science and manufacturing to gain hands-on experience in those fields.
Part of the city’s appeal is its proximity to the Twin Cities. “We have a rural, suburban lifestyle here, away from Minneapolis, but not too far away,” Thor says. “It’s close enough that you don’t feel isolated, but with the quiet peacefulness people are looking for.” Downtown Saint Paul is less than 20 miles (30 minutes) away, and downtown Minneapolis is about 25 miles (45 minutes) away. Most people drive, especially with easy access to Interstates 35 East and 35 West. Public transportation is also an option, thanks to Lino Lakes’ park-and-ride station for Metro Transit buses.
After a day out on the water, people can grab dinner at one of the many local restaurants in Lino Lakes or the surrounding cities. Some options include:
Lino Lakes has a full calendar of events, but the highlight of the year is the annual Blue Heron Days. This community celebration is held every August and includes a parade, free swimming and family-friendly games. Most of the other events are holiday-themed, such as Letters from Santa and the Extravaganza Hunt.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this area.
Denise Mortenson
LPT Realty, LLC
(612) 260-6954
73 Total Sales
6 in Lino Lakes
$380K - $530K Price Range
Suzanne Korum
Keller Williams Integrity WI/MN
(534) 544-3218
81 Total Sales
1 in Lino Lakes
$600,000 Price
Adam Benedict
Re/Max Advantage Plus
(651) 615-4288
127 Total Sales
1 in Lino Lakes
$530,000 Price
Terri Rezac
Realty ONE Group Choice
(612) 249-7618
86 Total Sales
1 in Lino Lakes
$580,000 Price
Chris Micko
RE/MAX Results
(612) 509-5582
97 Total Sales
2 in Lino Lakes
$468K - $685K Price Range
Jessica Fisher
RE/MAX Professionals
(612) 712-5813
71 Total Sales
1 in Lino Lakes
$334,990 Price
On average, homes in Lino Lakes, MN sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Lino Lakes, MN over the last 12 months is $525,642, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$542,750
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Median Sale Price
$525,642
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$543,215
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Median Townhouse Sale Price
$335,700
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$544,990
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Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
210
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$237
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Number of Homes
1,104
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Number of Homes for Sale
35
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Median Year Built
2020
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Months of Supply
2.00
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,491
Above the national average
1,933
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,777
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018
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$1,870 - $2,650 per month
$1,365 - $2,885 per month
$1,595 - $1,695 per month
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Number of Homes for Rent
1
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Median Rent
$2,695
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Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,695
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Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,695
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Total Population
21,356
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Median Age
42
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Population under 18
23.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
16.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$120,916
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$143,186
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High School Graduates
97.5%
Above the national average
89%
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College Graduates
44.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
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Advanced Degrees
14.2%
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% Population in Labor Force
71.6%
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Annual Precipitation
32''
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Average Winter Low Temperature
8°F
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Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
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Annual Snowfall
54''
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