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Star Prairie

Star Prairie

Located in St Croix County

$410,856 Average Value
$214 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

Star Prairie offers stunning sky and water views in a convenient location next to the Apple River and Deer Lake and just 40 miles from Minneapolis. “It’s a rural community with quick access to the Twin Cities,” says Jim Moe, a Realtor who’s been selling homes with WESTconsin Realty, LLC for 38 years and has lived in the area all his life. “About 50% of the people here commute to the Twin Cities for work.”

Traditional-style homes can be found in the neighborhood ranging from $250,000 to $500,000, depending on how many floors you’re looking for. If you want to take matters into your own hands, you can build your own home in the neighborhood. “It’s a custom-built community,” says Moe. Outside these homes, you’ll see groomed, mid-sized front yards and long, paved driveways. Waterfront living is also offered with 1940s, single-family homes sitting on Deer Lake ranging from $600,000 to $620,000.

Children can attend Somerset Elementary School, which has a B-plus from Niche. They may advance to Somerset Middle School, which has a student-to-teacher ratio of 14:1 and earns a B-plus from Niche. Students can move on to Somerset High School, which also has a B-plus from Niche and ranks in the top 50 for best public high school teachers in Wisconsin. The school offers students health insurance which covers routine doctor’s visits, prescriptions and mental health services.

You can pick up a game of baseball at Village Park and enjoy lunch afterward under the pavilions. The park also hosts an annual fireworks show on July 4 and an Ox Cart Days Festival each August with live music, a queen coronation, food vendors and a canoe race. Saratoga Springs Park offers a 1-mile trail to walk, run or hike that’s surrounded by towering trees. At River Island Park, you can listen to the river flow while playing frisbee or doing yoga. Find more waterfront fun at Deer Lake, which has a beach area where you can sit and relax. Connect with more nature while walking along the Riverwood Nature Reserve, which also has a gift shop where you can buy woven baskets, art pieces and clothing.

A nine-minute drive down Wisconsin Highway 65 will get you to Dick’s Fresh Market, which offers fresh produce and food staples. You’ll find quicker, to-go items closer to the neighborhood at the Star Prairie Convenience Store, which also has a BP gas station attached. Residents find themselves driving down Main Street to get to most restaurants and bars, like Main Street Pizza and Star Prairie Sports Bar. You can grab a drink at the Friendly Bar Inc., which also has a pool table if you’re up to play. Or get a cup of joe at Jewelltown Roastery, which also offers fresh pastries and live music on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Stay put in Star Prairie, where residents can always look up and see the stars.

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Star Prairie Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$330,000
Median Sale Price
$325,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$327,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
39
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$214

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes for Sale
5
Months of Supply
1.50

Open Houses

  • Wednesday, Jul 16
    12 - 1:30pm

    1996 26th Ave, Star Prairie, WI 54026

    $499,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 3,680 Sq Ft
    • 1996 26th Ave
    • New 6 days ago

    Private in Polk County! This spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath home sits on 2.15 wooded acres and offers room to roam both inside and out. With four levels of living space, there’s flexibility for everyone—think rec room, family room, and even a walkout basement. The deck out back is perfect for unwinding in the hot tub while taking in the serene setting. Heated garage, tons of storage, and tucked away

    Amy Ranae Dills Brick & Banister Real Estate

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Homes for Sale

Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

Star Prairie Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
762
Median Age
42
Population under 18
24.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$75,987
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$97,431

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.3%
College Graduates
18.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
33''
Average Winter Low Temperature
5°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
29''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

14 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

24 / 100
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Source: Walk Score

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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.
Star Prairie
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