Centerville, Minnesota
Centerville Real Estate
Homes for sale, local facts and advice for buying or selling in Centerville, Anoka County, from Huerkamp Home Group.
Key takeaways
What should you know about Centerville at a glance?
Centerville is a north metro city in Anoka County, home to 3,956 people. Here's what the public numbers say.
- Population: 3,956 (Census 2024 estimate; +1.5% since 2020)
- Median home value: $376,900, 9% higher than the Anoka County median (owner estimates, Census ACS)
- Median household income: $122,541, 20% higher than Anoka County
- Homeownership: 89.2% of households own their home (Minnesota: 72.2%)
- Getting around: about 36 minutes to downtown Minneapolis and 41 minutes to MSP Airport in light traffic
- Schools: Centennial Public School District covers about 100% of the city
Sources: US Census Bureau 2024 population estimates and 2020–2024 American Community Survey; drive times from OpenStreetMap routing.
For sale now
Where can I find Centerville homes for sale?
The newest Centerville listings, live from the NorthstarMLS. Open any home for photos, maps and saved-search alerts.
Open Thu, Nov 5 · 10 PM–12 AM$235,0002045 Willow Circle, Centerville, MN 55038MLS #7168585
Listing courtesy of Edina Realty, Inc.
$695,0007248 LaValle Drive, Centerville, MN 55038MLS #7160955Listing courtesy of Real Broker, LLC
$340,0001832 Center Street, Centerville, MN 55038MLS #7162660Listing courtesy of Pemberton RE
$360,0001785 Center Street, Hugo, MN 55038MLS #7154611Listing courtesy of Realty Executives Top Results
$319,9007238 Dora Drive, Hugo, MN 55038MLS #7159736Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
$1,499,9997397 Old Mill Road, Hugo, MN 55038MLS #7157948Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
See all 14 Centerville homes for sale
- Under $250,000 2
- Under $300,000 3
- Under $350,000 5
- Under $400,000 10
- Under $450,000 11
- Under $500,000 11
- Under $600,000 11
- Under $700,000 13
- Under $800,000 13
- Under $1 million 13
- Under $1.5 million 14
- Under $2 million 14
- $1 million and up 1
- Single-family homes 11
- Condos 2
- Land and lots 1
- 3+ bedrooms 12
- 4+ bedrooms 5
- 5+ bedrooms 1
- Lakefront 3
- 1+ acre 2
Keller Williams Preferred Realty is not a Multiple Listing Service (MLS), nor does it offer MLS access. This website is a service of Keller Williams Preferred Realty, a broker Participant of the Regional Multiple Listing Service of Minnesota, Inc. Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed.
The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity℠ Program of the Regional Multiple Listing Service of Minnesota, Inc. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Keller Williams Preferred Realty are marked with the Broker Reciprocity℠ logo or the Broker Reciprocity℠ thumbnail logo (little black house) and detailed information about them includes the name of the listing brokers.
Keller Williams Preferred Realty participates in Regional MLS’s Broker Reciprocity℠ program, allowing us to display other brokers’ listings on our site. However, Keller Williams Preferred Realty displays only listings located in the Minnesota communities covered on this website. Some properties which appear for sale on this web site may subsequently have sold and may no longer be available. Listing data last updated November 3, 2026 at 7:28 PM (Central). Use of listing data is subject to the license agreement. Open House information is subject to change without warning.
Listings from NorthstarMLS, updated every hour from 8 AM to 10 PM.
Recently sold
What did homes in Centerville sell for?
Homes sold in Centerville in the last 6 months, from NorthstarMLS.
See every Centerville sale on the map
This home sale information is not an appraisal, competitive or comparative market analysis, CMA or home valuation.
Keller Williams Preferred Realty is not a Multiple Listing Service (MLS), nor does it offer MLS access. This website is a service of Keller Williams Preferred Realty, a broker Participant of the Regional Multiple Listing Service of Minnesota, Inc. Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed.
The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity℠ Program of the Regional Multiple Listing Service of Minnesota, Inc. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Keller Williams Preferred Realty are marked with the Broker Reciprocity℠ logo or the Broker Reciprocity℠ thumbnail logo (little black house) and detailed information about them includes the name of the listing brokers.
Keller Williams Preferred Realty participates in Regional MLS’s Broker Reciprocity℠ program, allowing us to display other brokers’ listings on our site. However, Keller Williams Preferred Realty displays only listings located in the Minnesota communities covered on this website. Some properties which appear for sale on this web site may subsequently have sold and may no longer be available. Use of listing data is subject to the license agreement. Open House information is subject to change without warning.
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Housing market · September 2026
Centerville home prices and sales
Over the 12 months through September 2026, the median sale price in Centerville was $440,900, up 13.9% from the year before, with 53 homes sold.
- Median sale price$440,900+13.9% vs. prior 12 months
- Homes sold53past 12 months
- Days on market47past 12 months
- Months of supply8.3end of September 2026
NorthstarMLS data via the Minneapolis Area REALTORS® Local Market Update, current as of October 7, 2026. Full Centerville market report
Living in
What's it like living in Centerville, MN?
The answer
Centerville is a north metro city, and it's about 36 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and 30 minutes from downtown Saint Paul in light traffic. 90.5% of its homes are single-family houses, the typical home was built around 1993, and 89.2% of households own their home.
Demographics · Centerville, MN
Who lives in Centerville?
According to the Census Bureau, Centerville's median household income is $122,541, 20% higher than the Anoka County median (Anoka County: $101,869). The median age is 40.5, 89.2% of households own their home and 42.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates; population from 2024 estimates. Home values are owner estimates; values shown with “+” are the Census reporting cap.
Population trend
How fast is Centerville growing?
Centerville's population grew 1.5% between 2020 and 2024, from 3,898 to 3,956 residents, according to Census Bureau estimates.
US Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population estimates.
Show as a table
| Year | Residents |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 3,904 |
| 2021 | 3,951 |
| 2022 | 3,939 |
| 2023 | 3,935 |
| 2024 | 3,956 |
School planning
Which schools serve a Centerville address?
- Centennial Public School Districtabout 100% of the city
Ask the district for the school assignment of the exact address for the year you'll enroll, since boundaries can change. Being near a school doesn't guarantee a spot, and charter and private schools set their own rules.
Minnesota Report Card (Department of Education)
District coverage: US Census Bureau 2024 school district boundaries.
Crime data
How can you check reported crime near a home?
Ask the police department that serves the address for its current reports, and compare places only across the same time period and offense definitions. Missing data doesn't mean zero crime, and a citywide number doesn't describe a particular street.
By ZIP code
What does Centerville look like by ZIP code?
ZIP 55038 covers most of Centerville.
| ZIP | Share of city | Median home value | Median household income | Homeowners | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55038 | 100% | $422,800 | $130,931 | 91.4% | Homes for sale |
ZIP code areas (ZCTAs) covering at least 5% of the city; values for the whole ZIP area, Census ACS 2020–2024.
Outdoor living
What lakes and water are in Centerville?
Centerville has little open water inside city limits, but lakes and regional parks are a short drive away. 3 lakes of 10 acres or more touch Centerville; each has its own page with the lakefront homes for sale on it.
- Peltier Lake552 acres
- George Watch Lake486 acres
- Centerville Lake474 acres
Commute & transportation
How easy is getting around Centerville?
Centerville residents' average one-way commute is 25.9 minutes (Census ACS). 67.9% drive alone, 0% take public transit and 23.6% work from home.
Drive times from Centerville
- 36 minDowntown Minneapolis
- 30 minDowntown Saint Paul
- 41 minMSP Airport
- 45 minMall of America
- 34 minUniversity of Minnesota
Drive times: OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap data from the city's Census center point, light traffic. Rush hour takes longer.
Economy & jobs
Where do Centerville residents work?
The largest share of employed Centerville residents work in education, health care and social assistance (25.6%), followed by construction (11.3%). The unemployment rate averaged 2.2% over 2020–2024 (Minnesota: 4.1%).
Census ACS 2020–2024, industry of employed residents 16 and older (C24050) and employment status (B23025).
- Education, health care and social assistance25.6%
- Construction11.3%
- Manufacturing11.2%
- Professional, scientific and management services11.2%
- Finance, insurance and real estate10.8%
- Retail trade7.8%
City comparison
How does Centerville compare to Lino Lakes, Circle Pines and Lexington?
The three communities with the shortest drive from Centerville, side by side.
| Metric | Centerville | Lino Lakes | Circle Pines | Lexington |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population (2024) | 3,956 | 22,774 | 4,944 | 3,062 |
| Change since 2020 | +1.5% | +6.4% | -1.7% | +35.7% |
| Median home value | $377K | $407K | $294K | $290K |
| Median household income | $123K | $127K | $102K | $75K |
| Median gross rent | $1,398 | $1,874 | $1,496 | $1,573 |
| Homeowners | 89.2% | 92.1% | 87.2% | 54.9% |
| Median age | 40.5 | 41.5 | 38.4 | 37.2 |
| Average commute | 25.9 min | 24.8 min | 21.9 min | 21.3 min |
| Drive to downtown Minneapolis | 36 min | 32 min | 26 min | 24 min |
Census 2024 estimates and ACS 2020–2024; drive times from OpenStreetMap routing.
Cost of ownership
What will a Centerville home cost you each month?
Enter the numbers for a specific home. The price starts at Centerville's Census median home value; the interest rate, property tax and insurance are yours to fill in from a lender quote, the county's tax statement and an insurance quote. This is an illustration, not a loan estimate.
Selling in Centerville
What's required to sell a home in Centerville?
We haven't confirmed a city pre-sale inspection for Centerville; check with the city before you list. Every Minnesota sale still includes the state disclosures: property condition, wells, septic systems, radon, lead paint for older homes and more.
Selling in Minnesota: every city's rules and the state disclosures · Estimate your net proceeds
Is Centerville right for you?
Who should buy a home in Centerville?
- Compare homes, not averages. Choose the space, layout and condition you need, and confirm it with an inspection.
- Try the drive. Test your commute at the times you'd actually travel.
- Check the schools for the address. Centennial Public School District covers most of the city, but not all of it.
- Budget the whole payment. Include taxes, insurance, association dues and upkeep.
Planning a move
What should I verify before moving to Centerville?
- The property's current tax statement and homestead status from Anoka County.
- Lender, insurance and utility quotes for the exact address, plus any association documents and special assessments.
- The seller's disclosures, including Minnesota's required radon and well disclosures.
- Whether the city requires a point-of-sale inspection or certificate (Minneapolis and Saint Paul, for example, require Truth-in-Sale-of-Housing reports).
- The school assignment for your enrollment year, confirmed with the district.
This weekend's open houses
Can you tour Centerville homes this weekend?
Found a Centerville home you like? We'll set up a private showing, usually within a day or two, or tell you when it has an open house.
Centerville FAQ
What do Centerville buyers most often ask?
What is the median home value in Centerville?
The Census Bureau's 2020–2024 American Community Survey puts the median value of owner-occupied homes in Centerville at $376,900, 9% higher than the Anoka County median (Anoka County: $346,500). These are owner estimates; for current asking prices, see the Centerville homes for sale in our home search.
How many people live in Centerville, MN?
About 3,956 people, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 estimate. The city grew by 1.5% between 2020 and 2024.
Which school district serves Centerville?
Centennial Public School District (about 100% of the city). School assignment depends on the exact address, so confirm it with the district before you buy.
How far is Centerville from downtown Minneapolis?
About 36 minutes by car in light traffic, and about 30 minutes to downtown Saint Paul. Residents' average one-way commute is 25.9 minutes (Census ACS).
Is Centerville a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Centerville has a median household income of $122,541, 89.2% homeownership and a 25.9-minute average commute. Visit at the times you'd normally drive, check the school assignment for the address, and compare total ownership costs before you decide.
What does it cost to rent in Centerville?
The median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is $1,398 a month, compared with $1,464 in Anoka County (Census ACS 2020–2024).
What ZIP codes are in Centerville?
55038 covers most of the city. ZIP code areas and city limits don't match exactly, so check the city on the property record.
What lakes are in Centerville?
The largest named lakes inside the city are Peltier Lake (about 109 acres) and Centerville Lake (about 71 acres), based on Census water maps.
How long does it take to close on a home in Centerville?
Most financed purchases close about 30 to 45 days after an accepted offer, and cash purchases can close sooner. Your lender, the appraisal and the title company set the actual timeline.
Does Centerville require an inspection to sell a home?
We haven't confirmed a city inspection requirement for Centerville. Every Minnesota seller still owes the state disclosures (property condition, wells, septic, radon and more), and some counties require a septic inspection. Check with the city before you list.
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Explore nearby communities
Which communities are close to Centerville?
Drive times from Centerville in light traffic, with each community's Census median home value.