Circle Pines, Minnesota
Circle Pines Real Estate
Homes for sale, local facts and advice for buying or selling in Circle Pines, Anoka County, from Huerkamp Home Group.
Key takeaways
What should you know about Circle Pines at a glance?
Circle Pines is a north metro city in Anoka County, home to 4,944 people. Here's what the public numbers say.
- Population: 4,944 (Census 2024 estimate; -1.7% since 2020)
- Median home value: $293,600, 15% lower than the Anoka County median (owner estimates, Census ACS)
- Median household income: $101,800, about the same as Anoka County
- Homeownership: 87.2% of households own their home (Minnesota: 72.2%)
- Getting around: about 26 minutes to downtown Minneapolis and 38 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 Circle Pines homes for sale?
The newest Circle Pines listings, live from the NorthstarMLS. Open any home for photos, maps and saved-search alerts.
$310,00038 North Road, Circle Pines, MN 55014MLS #7167063
Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Results
$350,0004 Shepherd Court, Circle Pines, MN 55014MLS #7166906Listing courtesy of Kris Lindahl Real Estate
$368,900248 Galaxy Drive, Circle Pines, MN 55014MLS #7165365Listing courtesy of eHouse Realty, Inc
Open Tue, Nov 3 · 3 PM–1 AM$322,0007 Park Drive, Circle Pines, MN 55014MLS #7159711Listing courtesy of Opendoor Brokerage, LLC
$360,0008 Golden Lake Road, Circle Pines, MN 55014MLS #7136167Listing courtesy of Exit Realty Nexus
$309,999403 Village Parkway, Circle Pines, MN 55014MLS #7157852Listing courtesy of Yarlow Realty Group
See all 13 Circle Pines homes for sale
- Under $250,000 2
- Under $300,000 3
- Under $350,000 9
- Under $400,000 11
- Under $450,000 12
- Under $500,000 12
- Under $600,000 12
- Under $700,000 13
- Under $800,000 13
- Under $1 million 13
- Under $1.5 million 13
- Under $2 million 13
- Single-family homes 8
- Condos 5
- 3+ bedrooms 12
- 4+ bedrooms 6
- 5+ bedrooms 2
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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 8:18 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 Circle Pines sell for?
Homes sold in Circle Pines in the last 6 months, from NorthstarMLS.
See every Circle Pines 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
Circle Pines home prices and sales
Over the 12 months through September 2026, the median sale price in Circle Pines was $306,500, down 2.7% from the year before, with 92 homes sold.
- Median sale price$306,500−2.7% vs. prior 12 months
- Homes sold92past 12 months
- Days on market27past 12 months
- Months of supply2.5end of September 2026
NorthstarMLS data via the Minneapolis Area REALTORS® Local Market Update, current as of October 7, 2026. Full Circle Pines market report
Living in
What's it like living in Circle Pines, MN?
The answer
Circle Pines is a north metro city, and it's about 26 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and 27 minutes from downtown Saint Paul in light traffic. 87.7% of its homes are single-family houses, the typical home was built around 1981, and 87.2% of households own their home.
Demographics · Circle Pines, MN
Who lives in Circle Pines?
According to the Census Bureau, Circle Pines's median household income is $101,800, about the same as the Anoka County median (Anoka County: $101,869). The median age is 38.4, 87.2% of households own their home and 42.2% 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 Circle Pines growing?
Circle Pines's population shrank 1.7% between 2020 and 2024, from 5,028 to 4,944 residents, according to Census Bureau estimates.
US Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population estimates.
Show as a table
| Year | Residents |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 5,025 |
| 2021 | 5,010 |
| 2022 | 4,950 |
| 2023 | 4,930 |
| 2024 | 4,944 |
School planning
Which schools serve a Circle Pines 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 Circle Pines look like by ZIP code?
ZIP 55014 covers most of Circle Pines.
| ZIP | Share of city | Median home value | Median household income | Homeowners | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55014 | 100% | $337,400 | $103,658 | 85.8% | 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 Circle Pines?
Circle Pines has little open water inside city limits, but lakes and regional parks are a short drive away. 2 lakes of 10 acres or more touch Circle Pines; each has its own page with the lakefront homes for sale on it.
- Baldwin Lake182 acres
- Golden Lake58 acres
Commute & transportation
How easy is getting around Circle Pines?
Circle Pines residents' average one-way commute is 21.9 minutes (Census ACS). 74.3% drive alone, 0.8% take public transit and 18.6% work from home.
Drive times from Circle Pines
- 26 minDowntown Minneapolis
- 27 minDowntown Saint Paul
- 38 minMSP Airport
- 40 minMall of America
- 24 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 Circle Pines residents work?
The largest share of employed Circle Pines residents work in education, health care and social assistance (26.6%), followed by professional, scientific and management services (12.8%). The unemployment rate averaged 3.6% 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 assistance26.6%
- Professional, scientific and management services12.8%
- Retail trade12.1%
- Manufacturing9.8%
- Construction7%
- Transportation, warehousing and utilities6.8%
City comparison
How does Circle Pines compare to Lexington, Lino Lakes and Mounds View?
The three communities with the shortest drive from Circle Pines, side by side.
| Metric | Circle Pines | Lexington | Lino Lakes | Mounds View |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population (2024) | 4,944 | 3,062 | 22,774 | 12,841 |
| Change since 2020 | -1.7% | +35.7% | +6.4% | -3.1% |
| Median home value | $294K | $290K | $407K | $324K |
| Median household income | $102K | $75K | $127K | $90K |
| Median gross rent | $1,496 | $1,573 | $1,874 | $1,245 |
| Homeowners | 87.2% | 54.9% | 92.1% | 69.3% |
| Median age | 38.4 | 37.2 | 41.5 | 40.2 |
| Average commute | 21.9 min | 21.3 min | 24.8 min | 23.4 min |
| Drive to downtown Minneapolis | 26 min | 24 min | 32 min | 22 min |
Census 2024 estimates and ACS 2020–2024; drive times from OpenStreetMap routing.
Cost of ownership
What will a Circle Pines home cost you each month?
Enter the numbers for a specific home. The price starts at Circle Pines'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 Circle Pines
What's required to sell a home in Circle Pines?
We haven't confirmed a city pre-sale inspection for Circle Pines; 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 Circle Pines right for you?
Who should buy a home in Circle Pines?
- 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 Circle Pines?
- 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 Circle Pines homes this weekend?
Found a Circle Pines 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.
Circle Pines FAQ
What do Circle Pines buyers most often ask?
What is the median home value in Circle Pines?
The Census Bureau's 2020–2024 American Community Survey puts the median value of owner-occupied homes in Circle Pines at $293,600, 15% lower than the Anoka County median (Anoka County: $346,500). These are owner estimates; for current asking prices, see the Circle Pines homes for sale in our home search.
How many people live in Circle Pines, MN?
About 4,944 people, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 estimate. The city shrank by 1.7% between 2020 and 2024.
Which school district serves Circle Pines?
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 Circle Pines from downtown Minneapolis?
About 26 minutes by car in light traffic, and about 27 minutes to downtown Saint Paul. Residents' average one-way commute is 21.9 minutes (Census ACS).
Is Circle Pines a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Circle Pines has a median household income of $101,800, 87.2% homeownership and a 21.9-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 Circle Pines?
The median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is $1,496 a month, compared with $1,464 in Anoka County (Census ACS 2020–2024).
What ZIP codes are in Circle Pines?
55014 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 Circle Pines?
The largest named lakes inside the city are Golden Lake (about 57 acres), based on Census water maps.
How long does it take to close on a home in Circle Pines?
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 Circle Pines require an inspection to sell a home?
We haven't confirmed a city inspection requirement for Circle Pines. 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 Circle Pines?
Drive times from Circle Pines in light traffic, with each community's Census median home value.