East Bethel, Minnesota
East Bethel Real Estate
Homes for sale, local facts and advice for buying or selling in East Bethel, Anoka County, from Huerkamp Home Group.
Key takeaways
What should you know about East Bethel at a glance?
East Bethel is a north metro city in Anoka County, home to 12,288 people. Here's what the public numbers say.
- Population: 12,288 (Census 2024 estimate; +4.3% since 2020)
- Median home value: $363,900, 5% higher than the Anoka County median (owner estimates, Census ACS)
- Median household income: $110,000, 8% higher than Anoka County
- Homeownership: 92.3% of households own their home (Minnesota: 72.2%)
- Getting around: about 44 minutes to downtown Minneapolis and 57 minutes to MSP Airport in light traffic
- Schools: St. Francis Area Schools covers about 93% 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 East Bethel homes for sale?
The newest East Bethel listings, live from the NorthstarMLS. Open any home for photos, maps and saved-search alerts.
Open Fri, Nov 6 · 9–11 PM$525,000643 208th Avenue NE, East Bethel, MN 55011MLS #7167898
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Integrity NW
$449,9901835 214th Avenue NE, East Bethel, MN 55011MLS #7167200Listing courtesy of Pemberton RE
Open Fri, Nov 6 · 10:30 PM–12:30 AM$560,00023559 Baltimore Street NE, East Bethel, MN 55005MLS #7165722Listing courtesy of Edina Realty, Inc.
$374,9001931 Jenkins Street NE, East Bethel, MN 55011MLS #7165049Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Results
$349,90024114 Polk Street NE, East Bethel, MN 55005MLS #7164762Listing courtesy of Semler Real Estate, Inc.
$369,0001509 229th Lane NE, East Bethel, MN 55005MLS #7163847Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Classic Realty
See all 58 East Bethel homes for sale
- Under $200,000 14
- Under $250,000 17
- Under $300,000 17
- Under $350,000 20
- Under $400,000 30
- Under $450,000 37
- Under $500,000 43
- Under $600,000 48
- Under $700,000 51
- Under $800,000 53
- Under $1 million 56
- Under $1.5 million 57
- Under $2 million 58
- $1 million and up 2
- Single-family homes 37
- Condos 6
- Land and lots 15
- 3+ bedrooms 38
- 4+ bedrooms 25
- 5+ bedrooms 8
- New construction 18
- Lakefront 3
- 1+ acre 20
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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 10:01 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 East Bethel sell for?
Homes sold in East Bethel in the last 6 months, from NorthstarMLS.
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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
East Bethel home prices and sales
Over the 12 months through September 2026, the median sale price in East Bethel was $412,125, down 1.2% from the year before, with 160 homes sold.
- Median sale price$412,125−1.2% vs. prior 12 months
- Homes sold160past 12 months
- Days on market55past 12 months
- Months of supply3.8end of September 2026
NorthstarMLS data via the Minneapolis Area REALTORS® Local Market Update, current as of October 7, 2026. Full East Bethel market report
Living in
What's it like living in East Bethel, MN?
The answer
East Bethel is a north metro city, and it's about 44 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and 46 minutes from downtown Saint Paul in light traffic. 89.1% of its homes are single-family houses, the typical home was built around 1983, and 92.3% of households own their home.
Demographics · East Bethel, MN
Who lives in East Bethel?
According to the Census Bureau, East Bethel's median household income is $110,000, 8% higher than the Anoka County median (Anoka County: $101,869). The median age is 40.9, 92.3% of households own their home and 23.1% 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 East Bethel growing?
East Bethel's population grew 4.3% between 2020 and 2024, from 11,784 to 12,288 residents, according to Census Bureau estimates.
US Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population estimates.
Show as a table
| Year | Residents |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 11,794 |
| 2021 | 12,048 |
| 2022 | 12,206 |
| 2023 | 12,214 |
| 2024 | 12,288 |
School planning
Which schools serve a East Bethel address?
- St. Francis Area Schoolsabout 93% of the city
- Forest Lake Public School Districtabout 7% 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 East Bethel look like by ZIP code?
3 ZIP codes cover most of East Bethel.
| ZIP | Share of city | Median home value | Median household income | Homeowners | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55011 | 57% | $405,300 | $121,434 | 95.6% | Homes for sale |
| 55005 | 31% | $340,600 | $109,107 | 88.5% | Homes for sale |
| 55092 | 12% | $363,900 | $95,337 | 89.6% | 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 East Bethel?
East Bethel has about 3.1 square miles of water inside city limits. 11 lakes of 10 acres or more touch East Bethel; each has its own page with the lakefront homes for sale on it.
- Coon Lake1,481 acres
- Fish Lake334 acres
- Deer Lake185 acres
- Neds Lake178 acres
- Minard Lake119 acres
- Devil Lake68 acres
- Anderson Lake66 acres
- Rice Lake64 acres
- Coopers Lake50 acres
- Mud Lake38 acres
- Goose Lake12 acres
Commute & transportation
How easy is getting around East Bethel?
East Bethel residents' average one-way commute is 32.4 minutes (Census ACS). 74.5% drive alone, 0.1% take public transit and 13.3% work from home.
Drive times from East Bethel
- 44 minDowntown Minneapolis
- 46 minDowntown Saint Paul
- 57 minMSP Airport
- 59 minMall of America
- 43 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 East Bethel residents work?
The largest share of employed East Bethel residents work in education, health care and social assistance (18.6%), followed by construction (18%). The unemployment rate averaged 3.5% 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 assistance18.6%
- Construction18%
- Manufacturing16.5%
- Professional, scientific and management services9.4%
- Arts, entertainment, recreation, lodging and food7.5%
- Finance, insurance and real estate7.3%
City comparison
How does East Bethel compare to Bethel, Ham Lake and Andover?
The three communities with the shortest drive from East Bethel, side by side.
| Metric | East Bethel | Bethel | Ham Lake | Andover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population (2024) | 12,288 | 480 | 16,905 | 33,426 |
| Change since 2020 | +4.3% | +1.3% | +2.6% | +2.5% |
| Median home value | $364K | $268K | $443K | $410K |
| Median household income | $110K | $90K | $120K | $138K |
| Median gross rent | $1,695 | $1,000 | $1,173 | $2,037 |
| Homeowners | 92.3% | 86.2% | 93.7% | 94.1% |
| Median age | 40.9 | 46.2 | 43.8 | 39.6 |
| Average commute | 32.4 min | 37.1 min | 28.6 min | 25.4 min |
| Drive to downtown Minneapolis | 44 min | 50 min | 41 min | 38 min |
Census 2024 estimates and ACS 2020–2024; drive times from OpenStreetMap routing.
Cost of ownership
What will a East Bethel home cost you each month?
Enter the numbers for a specific home. The price starts at East Bethel'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 East Bethel
What's required to sell a home in East Bethel?
We haven't confirmed a city pre-sale inspection for East Bethel; 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 East Bethel right for you?
Who should buy a home in East Bethel?
- 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. St. Francis Area Schools 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 East Bethel?
- 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 East Bethel homes this weekend?
Found a East Bethel 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.
East Bethel FAQ
What do East Bethel buyers most often ask?
What is the median home value in East Bethel?
The Census Bureau's 2020–2024 American Community Survey puts the median value of owner-occupied homes in East Bethel at $363,900, 5% higher than the Anoka County median (Anoka County: $346,500). These are owner estimates; for current asking prices, see the East Bethel homes for sale in our home search.
How many people live in East Bethel, MN?
About 12,288 people, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 estimate. The city grew by 4.3% between 2020 and 2024.
Which school district serves East Bethel?
St. Francis Area Schools (about 93% of the city) and Forest Lake Public School District (about 7% of the city). School assignment depends on the exact address, so confirm it with the district before you buy.
How far is East Bethel from downtown Minneapolis?
About 44 minutes by car in light traffic, and about 46 minutes to downtown Saint Paul. Residents' average one-way commute is 32.4 minutes (Census ACS).
Is East Bethel a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. East Bethel has a median household income of $110,000, 92.3% homeownership and a 32.4-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 East Bethel?
The median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is $1,695 a month, compared with $1,464 in Anoka County (Census ACS 2020–2024).
What ZIP codes are in East Bethel?
55011, 55005 and 55092 cover 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 East Bethel?
The largest named lakes inside the city are Coon Lake (about 842 acres), Fish Lake (about 318 acres), Neds Lake (about 160 acres) and Minard Lake (about 127 acres), based on Census water maps.
How long does it take to close on a home in East Bethel?
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 East Bethel require an inspection to sell a home?
We haven't confirmed a city inspection requirement for East Bethel. 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 East Bethel?
Drive times from East Bethel in light traffic, with each community's Census median home value.