Why Live in Williston
Just south of Highway 7, Williston is a verdant neighborhood known for its classic midcentury architecture and lush surroundings. With gentle hills, lakes and ponds, this community draws homeowners with its natural beauty as much as its safety, highly-ranked public schools and plentiful shopping. These details keep demand for housing high, with families and retirees in particular seeking the area out. The CAP Crime Index rates Williston at a two out of 10, one of the safest scores possible. Williston's streets bend through woodsy surroundings, thick with shaggy pines and foliage. Lots are frequently half an acre or larger, with manicured lawns and the occasional stone fence. The houses are almost entirely well-preserved midcentury designs, though they have more modern details. "A lot of these homes were built for families with extra bedrooms," says Cassie Frick, a Realtor with Edina Realty who has served the Twin Cities area since 2002. "So they tend to be much larger than other midcentury homes." Homes often have earthy tones and feature custom exteriors that give them a rustic, cottage-style appearance. Prices for these split-level and ranch-style designs typically start in the
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Williston a good place to live?
Williston is a good place to live. Williston is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Williston is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Williston has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 47. The average household income is $179,770 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 67.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Williston are home owners, with 6.1% of residents renting and 93.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Williston can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Williston neighborhood guide.
Is Williston, MN a safe neighborhood?
Williston, MN is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Williston?
The median home price in Williston is $540,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $108,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.81%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,820 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $121K a year to afford the median home price in Williston. The average household income in Williston is $180K.
What are the best public schools in Williston?
The best public schools that serve Williston are:
What are the best private schools in Williston?
The best private schools that serve Williston are:
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Home Trends in Williston, MN
On average, homes in Williston, Minnetonka sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Williston, Minnetonka over the last 12 months is $540,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$540,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$540,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$267
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median List Price
$540,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%