Why Live in Oakdale
Oakdale is a neighborhood known for its abundant outdoor activities and natural beauty, featuring over 30 recreational areas and a 220-acre nature reserve. Located near St. Paul, Oakdale offers a mix of cul-de-sacs, ponds, parks, and golf courses. The Oakdale Nature Preserve is a key attraction, with an outdoor amphitheater, playground, picnic shelter, tennis courts, and trails for hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. The Oakdale Discovery Center within the preserve hosts taxidermy displays, an art gallery, and community events like scavenger hunts and indoor markets. Oakdale lacks a central downtown but has business corridors on Hadley Avenue N. and Century Avenue N. with gas stations, grocery stores, local businesses, and restaurants. Tartan High School, with a high rating, serves the area and offers programs to help students transition into high school. Housing options in Oakdale range from split-entry and multi-level homes from the 80s and 90s to 1950s Ramblers and luxury homes near parks and ponds. New construction is underway at Willowbrooke, a mixed-residential development. Local amenities include Twin City Hardware and Hy-Vee grocery store, while The Burrow offers dining and activities like axe-throwing and laser tag. The annual Summerfest at Richard Walton Park is a popular community event. Healthcare options are limited, but full-service hospitals are within 10 miles. Public transportation is accessible through nearby Maplewood or St. Paul. Oakdale has a lower crime rate compared to the national average.
Home Trends in Oakdale, MN
On average, homes in Oakdale, MN sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Oakdale, MN over the last 12 months is $335,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$335,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$410,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$268,550
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$197
Number of Homes for Sale
84
Last 12 months Home Sales
364
Median List Price
$342,600
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%